Ioannis Anastopoulos - Böcker

Advanced Materials for Sustainable Environmental Remediation: Terrestrial and Aquatic Environments presents detailed, comprehensive coverage of novel and advanced materials that can be applied to address the growing global concern of the pollution of natural resources in waters, the air and soil. It provides fundamental knowledge on available materials and treatment processes, as well as applications, including adsorptive remediation and catalytic remediation. Organized clearly by type of material, this book presents a consistent structure for each chapter, including characteristics of the materials, basic and important physicochemical features for environmental remediation applications, routes of synthesis, recent advances as remediation medias, and future perspectives.

This book offers an interdisciplinary and practical examination of available materials and processes for environmental remediation that will be valuable to environmental scientists, materials scientists, environmental chemists, and environmental engineers alike.

Highlights a wide range of synthetic methodologies, physicochemical and engineered features of novel materials and composites/hybrids for environmental purposes Provides comprehensive, consolidated coverage of advanced materials for environmental remediation applications for researchers in environmental science, materials science, and industry to identify in-depth solutions to pollution Presents up-to-date details of advanced materials, including descriptions and characteristics that impact their applications in environmental remediation processes

Pesticides Remediation Technologies from Water and Wastewater focuses on environmental aspects and health effects of pesticides, the use of conventional and AOPs technologies, and adsorption processes and nanomaterials for the removal of pesticides from water and wastewater. The deterioration of water quality is of great concern due to its effects on aquatic organisms, humans and the ecosystem. Among the pollutants, pesticides are a major concern in villages and farm land. This edited book bridges the gap between old and new knowledge about the categorization of pesticides, the presence of them in water, wastewater, soil and foods, and new methods to detect them from water matrices.

This edited book provides the necessary basic knowledge to new researchers who want to learn about pesticides and the ways to eliminate them in aqueous matrices. Moreover, it is also a helpful resource for mature researchers in this field, providing them with new trends in water and wastewater treatment processes, preparation and application of novel adsorbent materials.

Includes methods for effectively removing pesticides from potable water and water bodies Provides techniques that are eco-friendly and that do not use toxic chemicals and are lower in cost Presents information needed to identify severe health effects on human beings and aquatic animals

Novel Materials for Environmental Remediation Applications: Adsorption and Beyond presents detailed, comprehensive coverage of novel and advanced materials that can be applied to address the growing global concern of the pollution of natural resources in water, the air, and in soil. The book provides up-to-date knowledge of state-of-the-art materials and treatment processes, as well as details of applications, including adsorptive remediation and catalytic remediation. Chapters include the characteristics of materials, basic and important physicochemical features for environmental remediation applications, routes of synthesis, recent advances as remediation medias and future perspectives.

This book offers an interdisciplinary and practical examination of novel materials and processes for environmental remediation that will be valuable to environmental scientists, materials scientists, environmental chemists, and environmental engineers alike.

Highlights a wide range of synthetic methodologies, physicochemical and engineered features of novel materials, and composites/hybrids for environmental purposes Presents applications of adsorbents or catalysts for water/wastewater treatment and air purification technologies such as advanced oxidation processes, adsorption, photocatalysis, coagulation, flotation, membrane separation, filtration, and others Provides comprehensive, consolidated coverage of novel materials for environmental remediation applications for researchers in environmental science, materials science, and industry to identify in-depth solutions to pollution

Biomass-Derived Materials for Environmental Applications presents state-of-the-art coverage of bio-based materials that can be applied to address the growing global concern of pollutant discharge in the environment. The book examines the production, characterization and application of bio-based materials for remediation. Organized clearly by type of material, the book includes details on lignocellulosic materials, natural clays, carbonaceous materials, composites and advanced materials from natural origins. Readers will find an interdisciplinary and practical examination of these materials and their use in environmental remediation that will be valuable to environmental scientists, materials scientists, environmental chemists, and environmental engineers alike. Highlights a wide range of synthetic methodologies, as well as physicochemical and engineered features of bio-based materials for environmental purposes Provides in-depth examination of bio-based materials and their characteristics and advantages in environmental remediation Covers a range of specific materials, including background information, key results, critical discussions, conclusions and future perspectives

Principles and Technologies of Green Remediation for Contaminated Soils and Water is a comprehensive resource delving into pollution sources, remediation techniques, and sustainable practices for soil and water decontamination. This edited book, with a specialized focus on managing hydrocarbon and petroleum-contaminated sites, features contributions from global experts, offering the latest insights and ongoing research in environmental remediation. Ideal for students and researchers in environmental science, this publication provides integrated research to support the implementation of sustainable green remediation methods for addressing soil and water pollution.Covers essential information about green technologies for the remediation of certain type of contaminants in soil and waterProvides up-to-date solutions about the management of contaminated matrices to produce safe food and sustainable environmentOffers case studies in every chapter with resources to green management strategies against increasing pollution in soil and water

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) as Environmental Contaminants: Materials and Technologies for Advancements in Water and Soil Remediation offers a comprehensive examination of the challenges posed by PFAS contamination and the innovative solutions available for remediation. The book delves into the chemical properties, toxicity mechanisms, and environmental persistence of PFAS while also exploring advanced remediation technologies such as adsorption, chemical oxidation, and phytoremediation. By consolidating current knowledge and showcasing new approaches, this comprehensive resource equips readers with the tools necessary to address PFAS contamination and effectively advance research and practice in environmental health and safety.In addition, users will find updates on emerging materials like Metal-Organic Frameworks and activated carbons that enhance remediation efforts, providing practical insights and case studies throughout.Addresses both the environmental impact of PFAS and the latest advancements in remediation technologies and materialsExamines various remediation methods, such as adsorption, chemical oxidation, and phytoremediationProvides detailed discussions on cutting-edge materials like Metal-Organic Frameworks, activated carbons, and biochars that enhance remediation effectiveness