Waste Technology for Emerging Economies

Description

This unique volume covers many aspects of waste management in developing countries. There is a focus on various sources of waste including the pressing issues of agricultural medicinal industrial and urban waste and emerging problems with e-waste nanowaste and microplastics in marine environments. This volume addresses the critical environmental issues resulting from rapid urbanization and industrialization particularly in the developing world. High-end technologies that can utilize waste as a resource to generate products processes and revenue are also discussed. Features Presents technical perspectives on emerging wastes in developing economies Discusses the issues of e-waste which is growing three times faster than general municipal waste globally Covers the spectrum of nanowaste to upcycling in the market Discusses management of marine plastic debris and microplastics Diverse audience including those in solid waste management electrical and electronic technology and the medical industry | Waste Technology for Emerging Economies