Sanjay Kumar Gupta – författare

Renewable Diesel: Value Chain, Sustainability, and Challenges presents a holistic reference on the production of renewable diesel, from fundamentals to state-of-the-art. In addition to an in-depth assessment of biomass conversation processes and available technologies, the book considers engineering and mathematical aspects such as design, economics and sustainability. Production processes, fuel properties and fuel quality standards are all addressed in detail alongside state-of-the-art information on conversion routes, catalysts, combustion characteristics, emission profile, techno-economic and lifecycle appraisal, and integration of renewable diesel production into existing refineries. A chapter on biodiesel and hydroprocessed vegetable oil offers a comparative analysis with conventional biodiesel pro's and con's. Finally, readers are provided with an overview of techno-economic, environmental, logistical and strategic hurdles and opportunities in the commercialization and marketability of renewable diesel. This book provides readers with a unique and comprehensive reference on the production of renewable diesel that will be of interest to students, researchers and professionals involved in bioenergy, renewable energy, biotechnology, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science and sustainability sciences. Presents the fundamentals of renewable diesel, its production processes, and fuel properties and standards Addresses the differences between Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel through comparative analysis in a dedicated chapter Provides real-world designs, real-world economics and real-world sustainability analyses (LCA, LCIA, and LCC)

Pilot Scale Microalgae Cultivation: Challenges and Practical Solutions to Pond Crash brings together the latest research on microalgae cultivation for biofuels and proposes methods for tackling the critical issue of sudden pond crash in both pilot and demonstration scale cultivation. Engaging the challenges in both academic research and industrial applications, this book provides routes to identify signs of imminent pond crash, control damage where possible, and prevent future crashes through environmental control and early detection. Chapters outline microalgae cultivation at pilot scale, showing methods for upstream and down-stream processing of microalgae and outlining different applications for microalgae biomass, along with potential challenges.Provides the first comprehensive reference combining all past research on microalgae cultivation and the challenges surrounding sudden pond crashesFocuses on case studies drawn from two decades of experimentation, providing practical solutions to key problems in cultivation, along with a clear roadmap for moving forward at larger scalesConsiders cultivation from a techno-economic perspective, examining the particular challenges this adds to scaling up the process successfully

Recent Trends in Solid Waste Management presents comprehensive information on recent advances in solid waste treatment and management processes. The book covers a wide range of topics related to solid waste treatment, disposal and handling. Readers will also learn about up-to-date/background information on global annual solid waste generation and effective waste management strategies (recycle, reuse, remediate). Furthermore, future study directions (open questions) are identified. This book will assist both the academic and industrial communities by providing extensive information on waste separation procedures and technologies for solid waste treatment. Covers a wide range of topics related to solid waste treatment methods, including new treatment systems Provides a thorough overview of the processing and disposal of solid and hazardous waste generated during the COVID-19 pandemic Highlights innovative technologies that make it easier to recover value-added materials and generate bioelectricity from solid waste

The volume covers a mechanistic understanding of microalgae based treatment of wastewaters, including current challenges in the treatment of various organic and inorganic pollutants, and future opportunities of bioremediation of wastewater and industrial effluents on an algal platform.

The volume covers a mechanistic understanding of microalgae based treatment of wastewaters, including current challenges in the treatment of various organic and inorganic pollutants, and future opportunities of bioremediation of wastewater and industrial effluents on an algal platform.

The volume covers a mechanistic understanding of microalgae based treatment of wastewaters, including current challenges in the treatment of various organic and inorganic pollutants, and future opportunities of bioremediation of wastewater and industrial effluents on an algal platform.

The volume covers a mechanistic understanding of microalgae based treatment of wastewaters, including current challenges in the treatment of various organic and inorganic pollutants, and future opportunities of bioremediation of wastewater and industrial effluents on an algal platform.

This book is part of a two-volume work that offers a unique blend of information on realistic evaluations of catalyst-based synthesis processes using green chemistry principles and the environmental sustainability applications of such processes for biomass conversion, refining, and petrochemical production.

This book is part of a two-volume work that offers a unique blend of information on realistic evaluations of catalyst-based synthesis processes using green chemistry principles and the environmental sustainability applications of such processes for biomass conversion, refining, and petrochemical production.

This book is part of a two-volume work that offers a unique blend of information on realistic evaluations of catalyst-based synthesis processes using green chemistry principles and the environmental sustainability applications of such processes for biomass conversion, refining, and petrochemical production.

This book is part of a two-volume work that offers a unique blend of information on realistic evaluations of catalyst-based synthesis processes using green chemistry principles and the environmental sustainability applications of such processes for biomass conversion, refining, and petrochemical production.

This edited volume focuses on comprehensive state-of-the-art information about the practical aspects of cultivation, harvesting, biomass processing and biofuel production from algae. Chapters cover topics such as synthetic ecological engineering approaches towards sustainable production of biofuel feedstock, and algal biofuel production processes using wastewater. Readers will also discover more about the role of biotechnological engineering in improving ecophysiology, biomass and lipid yields.Particular attention is given to opportunities of commercialization of algal biofuels that provides a realistic assessment of various techno-economical aspects of pilot scale algal biofuel production. The authors also explore the pre-treatment of biomass, catalytic conversion of algal lipids and hydrothermal liquefaction with the biorefinery approach in detail. In a nut shell, this volume will provide a wealth of information based on a realistic evaluation of contemporary developments in algal biofuel research with an emphasis on pilot scale studies. Researchers studying and working in the areas of environmental science, biotechnology, genetic engineering and biochemistry will find this work instructive and informative.

This edited volume focuses on comprehensive state-of-the-art information about the practical aspects of cultivation, harvesting, biomass processing and biofuel production from algae. Chapters cover topics such as synthetic ecological engineering approaches towards sustainable production of biofuel feedstock, and algal biofuel production processes using wastewater. Readers will also discover more about the role of biotechnological engineering in improving ecophysiology, biomass and lipid yields.Particular attention is given to opportunities of commercialization of algal biofuels that provides a realistic assessment of various techno-economical aspects of pilot scale algal biofuel production. The authors also explore the pre-treatment of biomass, catalytic conversion of algal lipids and hydrothermal liquefaction with the biorefinery approach in detail. In a nut shell, this volume will provide a wealth of information based on a realistic evaluation of contemporary developments in algal biofuel research with an emphasis on pilot scale studies. Researchers studying and working in the areas of environmental science, biotechnology, genetic engineering and biochemistry will find this work instructive and informative.

Opportunities and potential in the aquaculture field are infinite. There may be problems, but new discoveries and technologies are always emerging, opening up new horizons for promising and sustainable aquaculture. Modern problems require innovative solutions. Hence, the book provides a diverse representation of current opportunities, issues, and solutions.In a space of approximately 230 pages, a total of 16 chapters have been accommodated: Historical Overview of Aquaculture and Fisheries and its Evolution; The Current Status of Aquaculture and Fisheries: Challenges and Opportunities; The Future of Aquaculture: Prospects and Challenges; Aquaculture and Climate Change; Aquaculture and Its Impact on The Environment; Bioprospecting in Fisheries and Aquaculture; Minimal Water Usage System in Aquaculture; Precision Fisheries: The Future of Farming; Sustainable Aquaculture Practices and Approaches; Recent Trends and Innovative Technology in Fishing Technology; Fish Hatchery: Good Business for Doubling Income; Aquaculture and Technology for Significant Income Generation of Fish Farmers; Integrated Fish Farming as Future Importance and Increasing Possibilities of Income to Fish Farmers; Organic Fish Farming: Certification for Sustainable Income and Future Importance; The Role of Government Policy in Shaping the Future of Fisheries and Aquaculture; Aquaculture Finance and Rural Development.This book certainly justifies its title, Aquaculture Prospects, Opportunities and Challenges in terms of material, and it should be quite valuable in progressive aquaculture and advancement studies.

Science and advanced technology together with conscious application can bring magnificent revolution in any sector, including sunrise aquaculture sector as well. Keeping this in mind, the current book focuses on the recent technical revolution in several sub-sectors of aquaculture. This book mainly emphasizes the potential of modern biotechnological tools for analyzing the impact of various molecular biology approaches in fisheries and aquaculture. Apart from molecular biology and bioinformatics, aptful logical sections on the state of art popular fish farming techniques including Biofloc Technology (BFT) and Re-circulatory Aquaculture System (RAS) have been discussed in detail. A few chapters will provide thorough insights on various fish disease diagnosis techniques and therapeutic measures. Chapters dealing with environmentally friendly alternative drugs, and herbal medicines have also been incorporated. Pollution control and environmental protection are increasingly top priorities in addition to technological advancement. In this direction a single chapter will provide insight into the role of aquatic algae in controlling pesticide pollution.In the space of around 350 pages,encompassing 16 chapters have been accommodated: Recent advancement of biotechnology and molecular biology tools in fisheries and aquaculture; Modern Biotechnological Approaches of Fish Based Biomaterials; Blue Biotech Revolution: Next-Gene Sequencing in Fisheries and Aquaculture; Future Prospective of eDNA in Aquaculture and Method, its Challenge to Small Farmers; Insights into the Biofloc Fish Farming Status of India; Application of Medicinal Plant in Fish Feed and its Challenges; Application of Recent and Trend Tools in Fish Disease Diagnosis; Fish Therapeutics and Its Limitations; Application of Herbs in Fish Feed and its Importance and Challenges; Application of Aquatic Algae for Indication and Controlling of Pesticide Pollution; Recent Trend in Fish Farming: An Overview; Zero Tillage Fish Farming and its Importance; Analysing the Therapeutic Impact of Marine Organisms Derived from Osteoporosis Using Machine Learning; Carbon and Nitrogen Ratio in Shrimp Aquaculture Systems; Re-circulatory Aquaculture System (RAS) and its Challenges to Fish Farmers; Histological Alterations in Gill, Kidney and Liver of Fish as a Diagnostic Tool for Ecotoxicological Research.

This book is an inclusive coverage of advances in aquaculture health management. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of aquatic sciences, marine sciences, biotechnology, ecology, and environmental sciences.