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Assessing Environmental Risk of Oil Spills with ERA Acute
A New Methodology
Av Cathrine Stephansen, Anders Bjørgesæter m. fl.
Häftad, 2021
225 kr
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This open access book introduces readers to a new methodology for assessing the risks to the marine environment following accidental oil spills. The methodology will soon be implemented on the Norwegian Continental Shelf and will be complemented by guidelines for its use in a regulatory framework. …
Controlled Reproduction of Wild Eurasian Perch
A hatchery manual
Av Daniel Żarski, Ákos Horváth m. fl.
Häftad, 2017
551 kr
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The work summarizes the current knowledge regarding the controlled reproduction of an emerging aquaculture species, the Eurasian perch (Perca fluviatilis). In great detail it describes and explains the principal of most of the controlled reproductive protocol leading to obtain high quality larvae. …
Phosphorus
An Element that could have been called Lucifer
Av Mikhail Butusov, Arne Jernelöv
Häftad, 2013
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552 kr
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This book starts with depiction of the phosphorus role in life creation and evolution. Then it outlines in which vital processes different phosphates participate in life of all flora and fauna, from DNA molecules till body tissues. Crucial function of phosphates was noticed long ago, but only in …
Towards Sustainable Cities in China
Analysis and Assessment of Some Chinese Cities in 2008
Av Jingzhu Zhao
Häftad, 2011
552 kr
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To promote China’s sustainable city construction and development, this Brief has preliminarily used an assessment indicator system and development index of a sustainable city, based on a summary and analysis of the existing Sustainable City theories and practices both at home and aboard. Meanwhile, …
Biogas Energy
Av Tasneem Abbasi, S.M. Tauseef m. fl.
Häftad, 2011
552 kr
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In recent years, the importance of biogas energy has risen manifold and has become universal. This is due to the realization that biogas capture and utilization has great potential in controlling global warming. By capturing biogas wherever it is formed, we not only tap a source of clean energy, …
Hydrological Changes and Estuarine Dynamics
Av Paul Montagna, Terence A. Palmer m. fl.
Häftad, 2012
552 kr
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Water development projects have altered the environmental flow landscapes where dams and diversions have been built, and this could have effects on coastal resources, particularly in estuaries. Water is an important human resource and water needs grow as populations grow. However, freshwater inflow …
Ozone Hole
Past, Present, Future
Av S.A. Abbasi, Tasneem Abbasi
Häftad, 2017
661 kr
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This book underscores the re-emergence of the ozone hole problem and deals with it in its current context of exacerbating global warming. It traces the history of the ozone hole from the stage of formation of the stratospheric ozone ‘layer’, millions of years ago, into the late 20th century when …
Environmental Education and Ecotourism
Av Fernando Ramírez, Josefina Santana
Häftad, 2018
660 kr
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This SpringerBrief focuses on the principles of ecotourism such as relevance of the field, origin, fundamental aspects, definitions, philosophy, implications in biodiversity conservation and environmental impacts. Special emphasis is also given to the interaction between ecotourism and education …
Climate Friendly Goods and Technologies in Asia
Opportunities for Trade
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This book investigates the potential trade opportunity of climate friendly goods and technology (CFGT) in Asia and South Asia region, and uses a case study of India to clarify India's position on global warming and efforts to mitigate climate change impacts regionally and globally. In four main …
Perspectives on Social LCA
Contributions from the 6th International Conference
Av Marzia Traverso, Luigia Petti m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This book gives a selection of contributions from the 6th Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA) Conference in Pescara, Italy. S-LCA is a social (real and potential) impact assessment method that aims to drive improvements in order to increase the value of products and services. It helps …
Unravelling the Soil Microbiome
Perspectives For Environmental Sustainability
Av Rama Kant Dubey, Vishal Tripathi m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This book explores the significance of soil microbial diversity to understand its utility in soil functions, ecosystem services, environmental sustainability, and achieving the sustainable development goals. With a focus on agriculture and environment, the book highlights the importance of the …
Adaptive Agricultural Practices
Building Resilience in a Changing Climate
Av Pradeep Kumar Dubey, Gopal Shankar Singh m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This brief explores several adaptive agricultural practices from around the world to fulfill current and future agricultural demands for food security due to the challenges posed by climate change and growing global population. Readers will discover how farmers adapt to environmental changes by …
Integrated Framework for Energy-Economy-Emissions Modeling
A Case Study of India
Häftad, 2019
607 kr
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This book combines three different energy-economy-emissions modeling methodologies into one Integrated Modeling Framework (IMF) in an attempt to fill gaps in current modeling research as it applies to developing countries. Through the analysis of existing mathematical models, including large …
Planning for Ecosystem Services in Cities
Av Davide Geneletti, Chiara Cortinovis m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This open access book presents current knowledge about ecosystem services (ES) in urban planning, and discusses various urban ES topics such as spatial distribution of urban ecosystems, population distribution, and physical infrastructure properties. The book addresses all these issues by: i) …
Adaptations of Coastal Cities to Global Warming, Sea Level Rise, Climate Change and Endemic Hazards
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This book discusses the identification of, solutions to, and management of threats to high population coastal cities and their seaports from global warming, climate change and endemic hazards. These include prevention of sea water intrusion of freshwater coastal aquifers, emplacement of barriers …
Urban Adaptation to Climate Change
The Role of Urban Form in Mediating Rising Temperatures
Av Vivek Shandas, Cynthia Skelhorn m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
660 kr
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This book presents the findings of a three-year study on urban heat in Doha, Qatar, and discusses guidelines and strategies for planning agencies to consider in the context of moderating temperatures to provide pedestrians with greater access to outdoor spaces and greater choice in modes of …
Climate Change Impact on Environmental Variability in the Forest
Av Leonel Jorge Ribeiro Nunes, Catarina Isabel Rodrigues Meireles m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
551 kr
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This book discusses the impact of climate change on rural forest areas. It analyses data provided by the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) to not only demonstrate that climate change has occurred in Portuguese forests, but also to suggest how forestry practices can be adapted to …
Green Neighbourhoods and Eco-gentrification
A Tale of Two Countries
Av Elise Machline, David Pearlmutter m. fl.
Häftad, 2020
659 kr
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This SpringerBrief brings together a series of studies that delve into the details of French and Israeli green building practices and tell a tale of two countries which deviates considerably from what first impressions might suggest. In-depth data analysis, interviews with stakeholders, and …
Agricultural Drought in Slovakia: An Impact Assessment
NDVI and Satellite Based Data
Av Veronika Zuzulová, Jaroslav Vido m. fl.
Häftad, 2020
551 kr
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This book gives an insight into the evaluation of drought in Slovakia and provides an assessment of Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) as a method suitable for an evaluation of drought in agricultural land. Dry seasons in the time series from 1960 to 2014 were determined according to the …
Future of Atmospheric Oxygen
Av V. N. Livina, T. M. Vaz Martins
Häftad, 2020
551 kr
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This book investigates various aspects of the phenomenon of atmospheric oxygen depletion, and summarizes our current knowledge of atmospheric oxygen. The authors address the currently available records indicating that atmospheric oxygen is undergoing nonlinear decline. The consensus in the research …
Supply Chain Management of Tourism Towards Sustainability
Av Kullapa Soratana, Amy E. Landis m. fl.
Häftad, 2020
716 kr
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This book discusses applied life cycle and supply chain management approaches for the sustainable development of tourism in Asian countries. The book describes the current state of the tourism industry in Asia from a perspective of sustainability, and analyzes the trade-offs between the three …
Environmental Footprints
Assessing Anthropogenic Effects
Av Kai Fang
Häftad, 2020
660 kr
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This book focuses on environmental footprints that have attracted considerable interest and discussion within academia, policy makers and the public as a tool to assess anthropogenic effects on the environment. It begins with an overview which provides a starting point for understanding the concept …
Evaluation of Air Quality in Albania by Moss Biomonitoring and Metals Atmospheric Deposition
Av Pranvera Lazo, Flora Qarri m. fl.
Häftad, 2021
551 kr
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This book provides an overview of air quality in Albania evaluated by moss biomonitoring and metals atmospheric deposition. It is based on the concentration data onto 51 elements in moss samples collected during 2010/2011 moss biomonitoring survey conducted at the same time with European moss …
Ecological Footprint as a Sustainability Metric
Implications for Sustainability
Häftad, 2021
660 kr
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This book examines the Ecological Footprint and biocapacity accounting within an applied development content for Costa Rica. By doing so, it is possible to track changes as well as perhaps link these to overarching global issues, such as trade, globalization, and food security, among other emergent …
Current and Future Trends of Rainfall Erosivity and Soil Erosion in Central Asia
Av Eldiiar Duulatov, Xi Chen m. fl.
Häftad, 2021
551 kr
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This book analyses climate change influences on rainfall erosivity and soil erosion across Central Asia, provides an overview (past and projections) on the Central Asian countries where projected changes in rainfall erosivity and erosivity density are the greatest, and discusses the potential …
Subsoil Monitoring at Nuclear Industry Enterprises
Foundations and Case Studies
Av Mark Glinsky, Vladimir Vetrov m. fl.
Häftad, 2021
551 kr
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This book is the first comprehensive review of the subsurface monitoring theory and practice. It presents all aspects of a subsurface monitoring system SM-NI to be organized in impacted areas of nuclear industry enterprises. The content of the book covers the whole set of the SM-NI projecting and …
Land Degradation in India
Linkages with Deforestation, Climate and Agriculture
Av Ratan Priya
Häftad, 2021
551 kr
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This book discusses land degradation in India using statistical tools such as Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Regression Analysis (RA), and uses statistical analyses and graphical representations of the causal relationship between land degradation and land productivity to determine linkages …
Environmental Impacts of Mountaineering
A Conceptual Framework
Häftad, 2021
716 kr
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This book investigates the consequences of mountaineering (hiking, trekking, climbing) on the natural environment. These consequences are divided into three groups: 1) transformations caused by the mountaineer’s, or other people’s, stay in a mountaineering region; 2) transformations caused by the …
Climate Change in the Forest of Bengal Duars
Response of Life and Livelihoods
Häftad, 2021
551 kr
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This book focuses on more than 100 years of climatic oscillation in Bengal Duars, a unique foothill landscape of the Eastern Himalaya, to discuss the dynamics of life and livelihoods of forest dependent communities towards climate change related impacts. The authors describe the struggles the …
Fertigation: A Pathway to Sustainable Food Production
Basics and Applications
Häftad, 2022
551 kr
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This book introduces basic and practical information on fertigation to researchers, extension agents and growers. To provide understanding of the basic issues regarding the appropriate selection of fertilizer injectors, fertilizer compounds used in fertigation for growing various field and …
