Kategoria BISAC: Science >> Earth Sciences - Hydrology

Despite the strong economic growth of the last decades, our modern global society is facing the existential threat of climate change. It is now realized that the linear economic model is not sustainable in the long run and cannot sustain the life standards. The new circular economy approach that is already under discussion suggests the adjustment of our priorities and the re-orientation of the future infrastructure investments. In this context, we are looking for new, innovative and sustainable solutions to increase the resiliency of our societies, to protect and restore the ecosystems,...

This book presents some of the work presented at the 3rd International Conference on Water Energy Food and Sustainability—ICoWEFS 2023, with topics delving into critical global themes. Encompassing four pivotal domains—Water and Circular Economy, Energy, Agrifood, and Sustainability—this book covers cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. Within the ambit of Water and Circular Economy, the discussions span from the sustainable management of water resources, urban and industrial water consumption, to the challenges in governance and the impact of climate change. The Energy...

This book provides an overview of new concept in sustainable technologies for wastewater treatment processes, such as annamox process, granular sludge process, membrane technology, wetlands, and sewage sludge management.

With the advancement of water ecological protection and water control standard, it is the general trend to upgrade the wastewater treatment technologies. The simultaneous removal of pollutants is the key to improve the water quality and prevent its further consequences in the downstream. Therefore, it is important to explain/elaborate the new concept of...

This book introduces a variety of the latest researches that are related to smart devices, machine learning algorithms, and the Internet of things that are applied for a sustainable environment. These recent technologies cover all fields including agriculture, transportation, smart grid, smart building, and others. In addition, IoT has provided an innovative vision that is completely alternative to the conventional methodologies: the new approach comes in the form of a single-component system that can be connected to the network and can incorporate smart policies. As a consequence, the...

This book explores the transformative field of nanotechnology in wastewater treatment and emphasizes state-of-the-art strategies to address intricate challenges. The volume is a valuable guide for professionals, researchers, and students involved in industrial waste management. Distinguishing itself by providing detailed insights into the application of nanomaterials, the book highlights their unique properties, including high surface area, reactivity, and selectivity owing to nanoscale dimensions. It meticulously examines nanomaterials' efficacy in adsorption, catalysis, and pollutant...