Environmental science, engineering and technology Books

This book offers a detailed yet accessible introduction to transport phenomena. It begins by explaining the underlying principles and mechanisms that govern mass transport, and continues by tackling practical problems spanning all subdisciplines of...

This book describes concepts, value judgments and background information on the expanding conservation tillage practices in the United States and provides a technical appraisal of the state of the art.

Every year, the world's governments spend over US $700 billion subsidizing activities that harm the environment. The Natural Wealth of Nations shows how cutting these wasteful subsidies can actually boost the economy, save tax and help the environment.By...

This special issue is an outgrowth of the work to increase constructiveness of political discourse through the application of psychological theory and research. The main article discusses the nature of political disclosure, its role in democratic...

This textbook serves as an introductory quantitative course on the fundamental elements of the hydraulic cycle. It further enhances students' understanding by discussing the latest advancements in hydrological science, covering both experimental and...

This book is aimed at undergraduate students and researchers in materials sciences. It aims to provide a greater understanding of the potential of semiconductor materials for environmental applications such as renewable energy, energy storage systems,...

In this inspiring and optimistic story of a green revolution in the making, a veteran science and technology journalist shows how the unrelenting efforts of a small band of grassroots activists have discovered ways to make solar a practical retail energy...

"Reclamation of Water From Sewage and Industrial Wastes: Progress Report Volume No. 68-62" presents findings on water reclamation techniques from the early 1960s. This historical document offers insights into the methods and technologies employed to...

The Control of the Chestnut Bark Disease, Volume 1, originally published in 1911, delves into the critical early research surrounding the devastating chestnut blight. Authored by Haven Metcalf, this volume offers a detailed examination of the disease,...

Explore the comprehensive documentation of the "New Reclamation Era" in Volume 21, brought to you by the United States Bureau of Reclamation. This detailed volume provides valuable insights into the Bureau's ongoing efforts in water resources management...

"On Dew" by John Aitken is a detailed scientific study of the formation of dew. Originally published in 1888, this work presents Aitken's meticulous observations and experiments on the condensation of atmospheric moisture. Aitken explores the conditions...

How can logistics companies use truck-sharing to boost efficiency and flexibility in freight transport operations? This book is the first to present a comprehensive concept for the application of sharing economy principles to road freight transport...

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and growing concerns over environmental sustainability, the intersection of the Metaverse and sustainable development presents both remarkable opportunities and formidable challenges. This book,...

This book systematically and comprehensively introduces concepts, theories, principles, and applications of Thermal Infrared (TIR) imaging spectral techniques and TIR remote sensing. It introduces state-of the-art techniques and methods applied...

Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) have lowered prices and increased production but with economic, ecological, and environmental costs that can only be solved by enforced legislation. Discussing this recent agricultural trend, Environmental...

This book consists of selected and peer reviewed papers which were presented at the 2024 14th International Conference on Environmental Science and Engineering (ICESE 2024). The conference was held in Hong Kong, China during September 20-22, 2024. It...

This book includes peer-reviewed articles from the 4th International Conference on Biomass Utilization and Sustainable Energy 2024 (ICoBiomasSE 2024) organized by the Centre of Excellence for Biomass Utilization (COEBU), Universiti Malaysia Perlis...

This open access book compiles the contributions of the conference Collection Care: New Challenges in Environmental Monitoring, Risk Assessment and Risk Management. The conference held within the framework of the EU’s Horizon2020 CollectionCare...

This book contains the proceedings of the 3rd IFToMM Workshop for Sustainable Development Goals (I4SDG), held in Lamezia Terme, Italy, on June 9–11, 2025. The workshop papers are focused on those aspects of the theory, design, and applications...

The delicate and powerful connections between humanity, nature, and justice are woven together with both urgency and hope. Each poem presents a call to action - an invitation to reflect on our relationship with the earth, to confront the injustices that...

This book provokes new discussions on the fluidity of ethics and participation in environmental field research. It will interest students and researchers across natural and social sciences, as well as conservation policymakers and practitioners who...

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. The activated sludge process is one of the most versatile and commonly used wastewater treatment systems in the world. In the past, when industrial wastewater treatment focused on removing biological...

Efficient Management of Wastewater from Manufacturing is an accessible research compendium, highly useful for anyone involved with the phytosanitaries, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, or textile industries. The editor, Victor Monsalvo, is a...

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. Meteorological data are essential for both day-to-day energy management and for planning for the world's future energy security. The editor of this compendium, a mechanical engineer with international...

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. Intended for a wide audience ranging from engineers and academics to decision-makers in both the public and private sectors, Biological Treatment of Solid Waste: Enhancing Sustainability reviews...

Providing step-by-step procedures for planning, design, construction, and operation, this book discusses technical and non-technical issues commonly found in the planning and design reports prepared by practicing engineers for wastewater treatment...

FROM THE PREFACESanitary landfills are the most widely utilized method of solid waste disposal around the world

Incorporating advances made since the 1997 publication of the first edition, this book includes material on toxic metals, atmospheric pollution, radionuclides, acid drainage water, and risk assessment. It addresses topics such as polarity, partition...

The use of stable isotopes and naturally occurring radioisotopes continues to gain interest as a way to evaluate the origin and fate of naturally occurring substances and contaminants in the environment. This book covers basic principles of isotope...

This text compiles information about ozonation kinetics of compounds for water and wastewater treatment professionals in a single volume. Application of kinetics to the evaluation, design, and implementation of ozone technology is discussed, along with...

Well rehabilitation techniques have been the focus of major advancements in recent times. Environmental engineers can keep pace with those changes with the book Water Well Rehabilitation.Written from a microbiological viewpoint, the text outlines proven...

Building on the success of bioremediation and phytoremediation technologies, this book explores remediation techniques that use the beneficial effects provided by "Mother Nature." Written by a leader in the industry, it covers monitored natural...

This book contains state-of-the-art information in the emerging field of environmental forensics. Exemplified through real case studies, it provides an up-to-date overview of main environmental forensics techniques. Emphasizing methodologies targeting...

This extensively revised and updated second edition presents major revisions of several chapters, reflecting the theoretical and practical knowledge that has been gained since the publication of the previous edition a decade ago. In addition, it...

Oxide semiconductors, including titanium dioxide (TiO2), are increasingly being considered as replacements for silicon in the development of the next generation of solar cells. Oxide Semiconductors for Solar Energy Conversion: Titanium Dioxide presents...

It is estimated that roughly 1000 new ecological and environmental models join the ranks of the scientific literature each year. The international peer-reviewed literature reports some 20,000 new models spanning the period from 1970-2010. Just to keep...

Providing the latest information on the effects of environmental contaminants and biodiversity issues on wildlife, this comprehensive reference identifies and documents examples of chemical stressor exposure and response among ecosystem receptors...

Tolerance, the ability of populations to cope with the chemical stress resulting from toxic contaminants, has been described in many organisms from bacteria to fungi, from phytoplankton to terrestrial flowering plants, and from invertebrates such as...

Since the publication of the first edition, great strides have been made in reducing the amount of toxic waste that threatens water, soil, and air. This long-awaited second edition updates and expands upon the topics in the original bestseller. It begins...

Discussing the interpretation of tissue concentrations of contaminants in wildlife, this updated edition of a bestseller draws on current scientific research and includes new chapters and greater emphasis on aquatic organisms. Each chapter provides a...

This book explores the critical role of technology in advancing the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. With the world facing pressing challenges like climate change, poverty, and environmental degradation, innovations such as...

This book explores the pervasive nature of socially responsible behavior, which has evolved beyond Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to become an integral part of all organizational activities and investments. It presents how socially responsible...

This book offers a thorough examination of financial resilience and environmental sustainability, focusing on the financing of environmental sustainability, and addressing the issues, challenges, and opportunities of green financing alongside sustainable...

This book fills a crucial gap in the literature by providing an in-depth exploration of sustainable environmental technologies. While individual aspects of environmental management have been addressed in isolation, this book offers a holistic view of the...

Die Forstbenutzung. Ein Grundriss Zu Vorlesungen, written by Richard Alexander Hess and published in 1901, is a foundational text on forest utilization. This book offers a detailed overview of forestry practices and is intended as a lecture outline...

Die Forsteinrichtung. Ein Grundriss Zu Vorlesungen Und Ein Leitfaden Für Praktiker, published in 1906, is a comprehensive guide to forest management and planning. Written by Heinrich Martin, this book serves as both a foundational text for students and...

"Storia Naturale Dei Terreni Ardenti, Dei Vulcani Fangosi, Delle Sorgenti Infiammabili Dei Pozzi Idropirict E Di Altri Fenomeni Geologici Operati Dal Gas Idrogene E Della Origine Di Esso Gas" by Giovanni Ciuseppe Bianconi, published in 1840, delves into...

This is an open access book. It gathers the proceedings of the 10th edition of Transport Research Arena (TRA 2024), held on 15-18 April, 2024, in Dublin, Ireland. Contributions cover a wide range of research findings, methodological aspects, technologies...