Environmental Science and Technology

A Sustainable Approach to Green Science and Technology

Stanley E. Manahan

652 pages, parution le 20/10/2006 (2^eme édition)

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Addresses the roles of the hydrosphere, the atmosphere, the geosphere, and the biosphere in the environment
Highlights the anthrosphere as a distinct environmental sphere and integral part of the Earth's environment
Discusses the importance of bringing green principles into the day-to-day practice of science and technology
Delineates the role of green science and technology in sustainable development
Defines green chemistry and its role in science in general and sustainable development specifically

Formally established by the EPA nearly 15 years ago, the concept of green chemistry is beginning to come of age. Although several books cover green chemistry and chemical engineering, none of them transfer green principles to science and technology in general and their impact on the future. Defining industrial ecology, Environmental Science and Technology: A Sustainable Approach to Green Science and Technology provides a general overview of green science and technology and their essential role in ensuring environmental sustainability.

Written by a leading expert, the book provides the essential background for understanding green science and technology and how they relate to sustainability. In addition to the hydrosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, and biosphere traditionally covered in environmental science books, this book is unique in recognizing the anthrosphere as a distinct sphere of the environment. The author explains how the anthrosphere can be designed and operated in a manner that does not degrade environmental quality and, in most favorable circumstances, may even enhance it.

With the current emphasis shifting from end-of-pipe solutions to pollution prevention and control of resource consumption, green principles are increasingly moving into the mainstream. This book provides the foundation not only for understanding green science and technology, but also for taking its application to the next level.

Sommaire

Environmental Science and the Technological Connection
Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry
Biology and Biochemistry
The Anthrosphere and the Environment
Water
Characteristics of Water and Bodies of Water
Aquatic Biology, Microbiology, and Chemistry
Water Pollution
Water Treatment
The Atmosphere
Meteorology and Characteristics of the Atmosphere
Atmospheric Chemistry
Air Pollution and its Control
The Endangered Global Atmosphere
Earth
The Geosphere
Soil
Environmental Geology and Geospheric Pollution
Geosphere Resources
Life
Ecosystems and Biological Communities
Biotransformations and Biodegradation
Biogeochemical Cycles
Toxicology and Toxicological Chemistry
Technology
Technology, Manufacturing, Transportation, and Communication
Energy and Resource Utilization
Wastes from the Anthrosphere
Waste Minimization, Treatment, and Disposal

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Éditeur(s)	CRC Press (Taylor and Francis Group)
Auteur(s)	Stanley E. Manahan
Parution	20/10/2006
Édition	2^eme édition
Nb. de pages	652
Format	18 x 26
Couverture	Relié
Poids	1340g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780849395123
ISBN13	978-0-8493-9512-3