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Global Waste Management

Edited by Pradeep Kumar and Brajesh Kumar
Copyright: 2025   |   Status: Published
ISBN: 9781394318384  |  Hardcover  |  
432 pages
Price: $225 USD
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Global Waste Management provides awareness among readers of the industrial application-based problems by self-evaluation and verification process towards waste creation and its minimization. Other books discuss Do’s and Don’ts about any issue related to waste, but our aim is to inspire brainstorming in readers with appropriate data along with human values.

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Professionals in the fields of waste management, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, environmental consultants, undergraduate, post graduate, doctoral students, and independent researchers exploring sustainability, public health, waste handling, transportation, and disposal. As part of academic institutions, we will accommodate syllabus of universities and institutions in the fields of environmental science and technologies of waste handling.

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This outstanding new volume highlights the relation of human activities that affects the ecology and environment in the form of waste such as e-waste, industrial waste, radioactive waste(Waste generated during medical treatment and diagnosis, during the refining of radioactive materials, nuclear power plants, and through weapons of mass destruction), and micro and macro plastic waste. Specifically targeting the higher education levels that are teaching/studying about waste generated through numerous sources and conducting research associated with it, this volume covers the outcome of the waste generated, and the management of it based on the experience, practice, teaching, handling, and leadership of academia, industry experts, process plant engineers, and researchers. Global Waste Management is a collective effort to accumulate the essential information about values and ethics, case studies, implementation of regulations from national and international governing bodies related to waste and the environment with plausible solutions of waste generated by each aforementioned sector in massive amounts each year.

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Pradeep Kumar, PhD is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, IET Lucknow, India. He is also Associate Dean for Under Graduate Studies and Value Education, AKTU, India, and has around 20 years experience of teaching and research in various government organizations. He is an expert in the field of polymer composites and separation processes and has published more than 25 publications in reputed journals and books along with five book chapters.

Brajesh Kumar, PhD is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, NIT Srinagar, India. He has over ten years of research and teaching experience in academic institutions during his study and in employment, and around five years of teaching experience in various government institutions. He has published 11 journal articles, seven book chapters, and presented papers at five international conferences.

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Table of Contents
Preface
Section 1: Global Waste Scenario
1. Waste Utilization for Sustainable Development
Pradeep Kumar
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Waste Utilization
1.2.1 Methods of Waste Utilization
1.3 Circular Economy
1.4 Waste Utilization in Practice
1.5 Conclusion
References
2. Waste: Challenges and Opportunities
Brajesh Kumar
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Waste as a Challenge
2.2.1 Factors Affecting the Generation Rate of Waste
2.3 Waste as Opportunity
2.3.1 Paper Waste
2.3.2 Plastic Waste
2.3.3 Rubber Waste
2.3.4 Glass Waste
2.3.5 Scrap Metal Waste
2.3.6 Construction Waste
2.3.7 Food Waste
2.3.8 Electronic Waste
2.3.9 Wood Waste
2.3.10 Medical Waste
2.3.11 Waste to Energy
2.3.12 Toilet Waste
2.3.13 Biodegradable Waste
2.3.14 Waste Oil
2.3.15 Cloth Waste
2.4 Conclusion
References
Section 2: E-Waste and Environment
3. E-Waste: A Leading Hazardous Waste
Abhishek Kumar Chandra, Wasim Khan, Arun Kumar Gupta, Praveen Bhai Patel and Ramendra Singh Niranjan
3.1 Introduction
3.2 E-Waste: Classification
3.3 Generation Scale
3.4 Classification of E-Waste
3.4.1 United Nations University—Keys (UNU-Keys)
3.4.2 European Union—Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EU-WEEE) Directive
3.4.3 International Trade and Production Data
3.4.4 Classification by National Legislative Standards and the Basel Convention
3.4.5 EU List of Waste Classification (LoW)
3.5 Necessity for E-Waste Management
3.5.1 Environmental Causes
3.5.2 Water Pollution
3.5.3 Air Contamination
3.5.4 Soil Contamination
3.5.5 Health Risk
3.5.6 Ecosystem Disruption
3.5.7 Resource Exploitation
3.5.8 Social Issues
3.5.9 Reverse Supply Chain in Terms of Economic Impact
3.6 Rules for Managing E-Waste
3.7 Challenges of E-Waste Management
3.8 E-Waste Trends and Recycling in Four Key Indian Cities
3.8.1 Delhi
3.8.2 Mumbai
3.8.3 Bengaluru
3.8.4 Hyderabad
3.9 Conclusion
References
4. e-Waste Generation: A Journey from e-Device to e-Waste
Deepak Mehra, Vikas Dave and S.P. Harsha
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Creation of E-Waste
4.1.2 Potentially Hazardous Components of E-Waste
4.1.2.1 Heavy Metals
4.1.2.2 Batteries
4.1.2.3 Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
4.1.2.4 Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs)
4.1.2.5 Plastics and Flame Retardants
4.1.2.6 Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
4.1.3 Difficulties in Managing E-Waste
4.1.4 Importance of Sustainable E-Waste Management
4.2 Electronic Device’s Evolution
4.3 Disposal After-Use
4.4 Characterization
4.5 Classification of E-Waste in Electronic Devices
4.6 Other Issues of E-Waste
4.6.1 Design for Sustainability
4.6.2 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
4.6.3 Awareness and Education
4.6.4 Recycling and Recovery
4.6.5 Collaboration and Regulation
4.7 Selection Criteria for Further Processing
4.8 Conclusion
References
5. E-Waste Management: An Essential Deed to Safeguard Future
Mamta Awasthi, Kumar Vaibhav, Abhay Kumar Choudhary, Arvind K. Gautam and Avinash Chandra
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Types of E-Waste
5.2.1 End-of-Life Consumer Electronics
5.2.1.1 Smartphones
5.2.1.2 Laptops and Computers
5.2.1.3 Televisions
5.2.1.4 Audio and Video Equipment
5.2.1.5 Cameras and Camcorders
5.2.1.6 Home Appliances
5.2.1.7 Gaming Consoles
5.2.1.8 Personal Electronic Devices
5.2.2 Discarded Electronic Equipment from Businesses and Industries
5.2.2.1 Office Electronics
5.2.2.2 Server Systems
5.2.2.3 Laboratory Equipment
5.2.2.4 Manufacturing Machinery
5.2.2.5 Communication Infrastructure
5.2.2.6 Medical Equipment
5.3 Composition
5.4 Understanding E-Waste
5.4.1 Growth in Quantities
5.4.2 Environmental Impact
5.4.3 Health Implications
5.5 Regulatory Initiatives and Efforts
5.5.1 International Agreement
5.5.2 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
5.5.3 Reuse and Recycling
5.5.4 E-Waste (Management) Rule 2022
5.6 Individual and Collective Action
5.6.1 Awareness and Education
5.6.2 Reduce, Reuse, and Repair
5.6.3 Responsible Disposal
5.6.4 Participate in EPR Programs
5.6.5 Support Policy and Advocacy
5.6.6 Donate or Sell Functioning Devices
5.6.7 Participate in Recycling Drives
5.6.8 Eco-Friendly Design
5.6.9 Circular Economy
5.6.10 Proper Waste Management and Recycling
5.6.11 Assistance to the Formal Recycling Sector
5.7 Cooperation and International Collaboration
5.8 Summary and Conclusion
References
6. Impact Assessment of E-Waste: Environment and Society
Yogendra Kumar, Pradeep Kumar and Brajesh Kumar
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Factors Responsible for E-Waste Generation
6.3 Stakeholders of E-Waste Management Process
6.4 Implications on Natural Resources
6.5 Human Health Issues
6.6 Life Cycle Assessment of E-Waste
6.7 End of Life Management Strategies
6.8 Safety Issues
6.9 Conclusion
References
Section 3: Radioactive Waste and Its Intensity
7. Radioactive Waste: A Catastrophic Waste
Gaurav Mishra, Vikesh Singh Bhadouria, Dipanjan Ray, Sudha Chauhan, Satya Prakash Saraswat, Shobhit Dixit and Ghazi Mohd Sawood
7.1 Introduction
7.2 History and Background
7.2.1 Historical Context
7.2.2 Early Utilization of Radioactive Materials
7.2.3 The Genesis of Nuclear Fission and its Implications for Nuclear Power
7.2.4 The Rapid Advancement of Nuclear Technology
7.2.5 Unanticipated Obstacles and the Emergence of RW
7.2.6 Regulatory Measures and International Cooperation
7.2.7 The Progression of RWM
7.2.8 Current State and Future Prospects
7.3 Sources of RW
7.3.1 RW from Mining and Minerals Processing
7.3.2 Nuclear Power Plant Waste
7.3.3 RW Generated During the Decommissioning Process of Nuclear Plants
7.3.4 RW from Research Reactors
7.3.4.1 RW Resulting from Medical Applications
7.3.4.2 RW from Research Institutions
7.3.4.3 RW from the Production and Use of Radioisotopes
7.3.4.4 RW from Unused Sealed Sources
7.3.4.5 RW Originating from Defense Projects and RW Associated with the Production of Weapons
7.3.4.6 The Presence of Radioactive Substances in the Nature
7.4 Classification of RW
7.4.1 Objectives and Criteria for Classification
7.4.2 Classification Scheme
7.4.3 Radioactive Waste Classes
7.4.3.1 Exempt Waste (EW)
7.4.3.2 Very Short-Lived Waste (VSLW)
7.4.3.3 Very Low-Level Waste (VLLW)
7.4.3.4 Low Level Waste (LLW)
7.4.3.5 Intermediate-Level Waste (ILW)
7.4.3.6 High-Level Waste (HLW)
7.5 Hazards and Risks of RW
7.5.1 Ionizing Radiation and Biological Effects
7.5.2 Types of Ionizing Radiation
7.5.3 Biological Effects
7.5.4 Radiological Contamination
7.5.4.1 Pathways of Exposure
7.5.4.2 The Phenomenon of Bioaccumulation and Biomagnification
7.5.4.3 Remediation and Decontamination
7.5.5 The Management of Long-Term RW
7.5.5.1 Engineered Barriers and Geological Repositories
7.5.5.2 Evaluation of Repository Performance
7.5.6 Transportation Hazards
7.5.7 Hazards and Risks Associated with the Handling and Storage Process
7.5.8 Public Perception and Social Risks
7.6 Segregation Methods for RW
7.6.1 Segregation Criteria
7.6.1.1 Levels of Radioactivity
7.6.1.2 The Physical Manifestation
7.6.1.3 The Concept of Half-Life
7.6.1.4 Chemical Characteristics
7.6.1.5 Identification of Source and Origin
7.6.2 Methods of Segregation
7.6.2.1 Physical Separation
7.6.2.2 Monitoring of Radiation
7.6.2.3 Radiochemical Analysis
7.6.2.4 Sorting Facilities
7.6.2.5 Remote Handling
7.6.3 Benefits of Segregation
7.6.4 Obstacles in the Practice of Segregation
7.6.5 Future Trends in Segregation
7.7 Comparative Analysis of RWM Policies Implemented by Various Agencies
7.7.1 International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
7.7.2 Convention on the Joint Safety of Spent Fuel Management and RWM
7.7.3 Policies in Several Designated Nations
7.7.3.1 United States of America
7.7.3.2 Sweden
7.7.3.3 Finland
7.7.3.4 France
7.7.3.5 India
7.8 Challenges and Future Perspectives
References
8. Radioactive Waste: Treatment and Management
Indu Kumari, Pradeep Kumar and B. Krishna Srihari
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Classifications of Radioactive Waste
8.2.1 Exempt Waste
8.2.2 Very Short-Lived Waste
8.2.3 Very Low-Level Waste
8.2.4 Low-Level Waste
8.2.5 Intermediate-Level Waste
8.2.6 High-Level Waste
8.3 Management
8.3.1 Collection
8.3.2 Handling
8.3.3 Storage
8.3.3.1 Storage of HLW
8.3.3.2 Storage of LLW
8.3.3.3 Storage of Spent Nuclear Fuel
8.3.3.4 Decay Storage
8.3.4 Transit of Nuclear Waste
8.4 Treatment Technologies
8.5 Nuclear Fuel Cycle
8.5.1 Front-End
8.5.2 Back-End
8.5.3 Reprocessing
8.5.4 Reprocessing Techniques
8.6 Conclusion
References
9. Microwave Technology: A New Frontier in Radioactive Waste Management
Vikesh Singh Bhadouria, Gaurav Mishra, Dipanjan Ray, Deepak Kumar Yadav, Satya Prakash Saraswat and Shobhit Dixit
9.1 Introduction
9.2 History of LLW Management
9.3 Treatment Methods
9.4 Role of Microwave Nondestructive Testing
9.4.1 Low-Level Radioactive Waste Materials
9.4.2 Measurement of EM Properties
9.4.3 Dielectric Loss Tangent and Radioactive Exposure
9.5 Simulation Study of the Microwave Heating
9.5.1 Comparison of Simulation Findings with Microwave Oven Experiments
9.5.2 Thermal Profiles and Dielectric Loss Pattern of LLW
9.5.3 Temperature or Thermal Profile for Two Test Objects
9.5.4 Microwave Heating Time and Power Dependence
9.6 Conclusion
References
10. Utilization of Futuristic Reactor Design for Efficient Treatment of Spent Nuclear Fuel
Dipanjan Ray, Vikesh Singh Bhadouria and Gaurav Mishra
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Breed-and-Burn (B&B) Reactors
10.2.1 Fundamental Concepts and Inherent Safety Features
10.2.2 Categories of B&B Reactors
10.2.3 Benefits and Drawbacks of B&B Reactors
10.3 Explanation of Transient and Steady-State Wave Characterization Indicators
10.4 Numerical Analysis of B&B Reactors
10.4.1 Evolution of Burnup Wave in Fast-Multiplying Medium
10.4.2 Sensitivity Analysis of Wave Characterization Parameters
10.5 Conclusion
References
Section 4: Industrial Waste and Its Impact
11. Industrial Solid Waste
Ravish Singh Rajput, Manish Singh Rajput, Kumari Arpita and Sanjay Kumar Singh
11.1 Introduction
11.1.1 Factors Contributing to ISW Generation
11.1.2 Challenges Associated with ISW Generation
11.1.3 Alternatives to the Production of ISW
11.1.4 ISW Composition
11.1.5 ISW Management Strategies
11.1.6 Impact of ISW on the Environment and Human Health
11.1.6.1 Environment Impact
11.1.6.2 Human Health Impacts
11.2 Classification of Industrial Solid Waste
11.2.1 Industrial Waste Classification Based on Industrial Sectors and Processes
11.2.2 Industrial Solid Waste Classification Based on Pollution Criteria
11.2.3 Classification Based on the Nature of Solid Waste
11.3 Impact of Industrial Solid Waste
11.3.1 Impact of Solid Wastes Containing Heavy Metals
11.3.2 Impact of Industrial Solid Waste on the Environment
11.4 Collection and Recycling of Solid Wastes
11.4.1 Collection of Industrial Wastes
11.4.2 Recycling of Industrial Solid Wastes to Promote Nature Conservation
11.4.3 Recycling of Industrial Solid Waste to Promote Plant Growth
11.4.4 Valorization of Industrial Solid Wastes
11.4.5 Environment-Related Inducements for Industrial Waste Recycling
11.4.6 Traditional Approach for Industrial Waste Recycling
11.5 Treatment and Management
11.5.1 Chemical Precipitation
11.5.2 Electrocoagulation
11.5.3 Photocatalytic Removal of Heavy Metals
11.5.4 Electrodialysis
11.5.5 Processing of Different Types of Slags
11.5.5.1 Gravity Separation, Magnetic Separation, and Floatation
11.5.5.2 Biometallurgical Processing
11.5.5.3 Hydrometallurgical Processing
11.5.5.4 Pyrometallurgical Processing
11.5.6 Management of Industrial Solid Waste
11.6 Rules and Regulations of EPA
11.7 Conclusion
References
12. Industrial Liquid and Gaseous Waste
Anin Kaipakasseri, Yogesh Kumar Murugesan and Aniruddha Sanyal
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Classification of Industrial Wastes
12.2.1 Classification of Liquid Wastes
12.2.2 Classification of Gaseous Waste
12.3 Characterization of Wastes
12.3.1 Characterization of Liquid Waste
12.3.1.1 Waste Characterization Through Process Knowledge
12.3.1.2 Experimental Characterization of Industrial Liquid Waste
12.3.2 Gaseous Waste Characterization
12.4 Effects of Liquid and Gaseous Waste
12.4.1 Impact on Environment
12.4.2 Impact on Human Health
12.5 Disposal and Management of Industrial Liquid and Gaseous Waste
12.5.1 Liquid Waste
12.5.2 Gaseous Waste
12.6 Laws and Regulations
12.7 Conclusion
References
Section 5: Plastic Waste and Its Severity
13. Plastic Waste: A Long-Lasting Threat to the Environment
Anand Maurya, Pradeep Kumar, Brajesh Kumar and Vinay Kumar Singh
13.1 Introduction
13.2 The Rise of Plastic Production
13.3 Classification of Plastics
13.3.1 Examples of Commonly Used Plastics
13.4 Environmental Impact of Plastic Waste
13.4.1 Human Health Concerns
13.4.2 On Marine Life
13.4.3 Wildlife
13.5 Global Initiatives and Regulations
13.6 Innovative Solutions
13.6.1 Source Reduction
13.6.2 Product Reuse
13.6.3 More Durable Product
13.6.4 Less Packaging
13.6.5 Recycling
13.6.6 Waste-to-Energy Conversion
13.6.7 Landfilling
13.7 Circular Economy Approaches
13.8 Corporate Responsibility and Community Engagement
13.8.1 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
13.8.2 Public Awareness and Education
13.9 Case Studies
13.10 Conclusions and Future Scope
References
14. Treatment and Recycling of Plastic Waste: A Dire Need for a Sustainable Future
Abrar Ahamad, Pradeep Kumar and Brajesh Kumar
14.1 Introduction
14.1.1 Plastic Waste
14.1.2 Plastic Waste as a Problem
14.2 Sources of Plastic Waste
14.3 The Persistence of Plastic in the Environment
14.3.1 Effects of Plastic Waste on Wildlife and Marine Life
14.3.2 Health Impacts of Plastic Waste on Humans
14.3.3 Negative Impacts of Plastic Waste on the Environment
14.3.4 The Role of Plastic Waste in Climate Change
14.4 Treatment Technologies for Plastic Waste
14.4.1 Mechanical Treatment
14.4.2 Chemical Treatment
14.4.3 Biological Treatment
14.5 Emerging Technologies and Innovations
14.5.1 Advanced Sorting Technologies
14.5.2 Enzymatic Breakdown of Plastics
14.5.3 Nanotechnology in Plastic Recycling
14.5.4 Importance of Circular Economy
14.5.5 Benefits and Opportunities
14.6 Government Policies and Regulations
14.6.1 Overview of Existing Policies
14.6.2 Success Stories and Failures: Learning from Experience
14.6.3 Recommendations for Effective Legislation
14.7 Industry Initiatives and Corporate Responsibility
14.7.1 Corporate Sustainability Practices
14.7.2 Collaborative Industry Efforts
14.7.3 The Role of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
14.8 Community Engagement and Education
14.8.1 Empowering Communities for Change
14.8.2 Community-Led Plastic Waste Management Initiatives
14.8.3 Educational Programs and Campaigns for Shaping Sustainable Mindsets
14.9 Case Studies
14.10 Conclusion and Future Scope
References
15. Plastic Waste Assessment
Abrar Ahamad, Pradeep Kumar, Brajesh Kumar and Himanshu
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Consumer Demand and Industry Supply
15.2.1 Consumer Demand for Plastics
15.2.2 Industry Supply of Plastics
15.3 Life Cycle Assessment
15.3.1 Methodology and Scope of LCA
15.3.2 Benefits of Conducting LCA in Plastic Waste Management
15.3.3 Limitations and Challenges
15.4 Rules and Regulations
15.4.1 National and International Regulations
15.4.2 Industry Initiatives and Voluntary Agreements
15.4.3 Monitoring and Enforcement
15.5 Case Studies
15.5.1 Plastic Waste Management in Rwanda
15.5.2 Circular Economy for Plastics in the Netherlands
15.5.3 Plastic Waste Management in Kerala, India
15.6 Future Trends
15.6.1 Advanced Recycling Technologies
15.6.2 Circular Economy Approaches
15.6.3 Policy and Regulatory Measures
15.6.4 Public Awareness and Education
15.7 Conclusions and Future Recommendations
References
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