Technology : Environmental Engineering & Technology

This text highlights advances in materials handling, waste processing, refractory and materials engineering, combustion technology and energy recovery. It identifies design parameters and operating characteristics for a wide range of incineration systems. more...

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Shows how bringing together the strengths of community-based laws rooted in user participation and the formalized legal systems of the public sector, water management regimes will be able to reach their goals. more...

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Conservation Science and Action is intended for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in conservation biology. This book reviews the latest thinking and approaches, and in doing so provides a readily accessible reference work for conservation professionals and managers. Because conservation biology is now one of the most dynamic disciplines in the life sciences, William Sutherland and his international team of authors have selected many of the liveliest topics where key advances are currently being made. They stress ideas, point to unresolved issues, and suggest possible future developments. Finally, since conservation is an applied subject, the book's emphasis throughout is on action.:.; Essential reading for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students taking courses in conservation biology, one of the most dynamic disciplines in the life sciences.; Contributions from leading figures in the field who have selected the liveliest topics where key advances are being made. Reviews the latest thinking and approaches.; Contributors cover a range of taxonomic groups, include aquatic and terrestrial plants and animals, and give examples from around the world.; Emphasis given to action, and all chapters have an applied component. more...

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Contaminated land can be reclaimed safely if the proposed end-use of the land is appropriate and based on thorough site investigation. This book examines the subject, reviewing current methods and strategies for safe, economical reclamation. more...

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Serves as a guide to the establishment of regional and/or local guidelines for developing and implementing fresh ideas for coping with water scarcity. This book offers information to assist decision makers, water managers, engineers, agronomists, social scientists and other professions in formulating coherent, harmonious views on the issue. more...

Price: $169.00