Author : Board Of Editors
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8179921204
Encyclopedia of Environment & Pollution Control (4 Vol. Set) by Board Of Editors Pdf
Our environment can be defined as the physical, chemical, and biological world that surrounds us, as well as the complex of social and cultural conditions affecting an individual or community. This broad definition includes both the natural world and the built or technology environment, as well as the cultural and social contexts that shape human lives. This encyclopedia will help corporate professionals that face the responsibility of handling both environmental policy/issues and occupational safety issues within organizations.Volume 1:Plastic Wastes Management, Control, Recycling and Disposal Provides a technological review of the plastics industry, production and consumption statistics, definitions of major end use markets, and disposal paths for plastics.Volume 2:Medical Waste Management and DisposalThe results of EPA studies to characterize the types, numbers, and sizes of medical waste generators; and the types and amounts of regulated medical waste generated.Volume 3:Hazardous Materials and Waste ManagementIt provides an overview of both the technology and compliance requirements that will assist environmental managers in addressing facility management of hazardous wastes, pollution control, and waste minimization.Volume 4:Approaches to Implementing Solid Waste Recycling FacilitiesRecycling programs have to be responsive to public needs and provide legitimate environmental justification. Recycling and solid waste managers job is getting complex and challenging. This volume will provide a basis for the development of judgement that will be critical in recycling decision-making.