Environmental Management For Collections

Author : Shin Maekawa,Vincent L Beltran,Michael C. Henry
Publisher : Getty Publications
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-05-15
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781606064344

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Environmental Management for Collections by Shin Maekawa,Vincent L Beltran,Michael C. Henry Pdf

In recent years more cultural institutions in hot and humid climates have been installing air-conditioning systems to protect their collections and provide comfort for both employees and visitors. This practice, however, can pose complications, including problems of installation and maintenance as well as structural damage to buildings, while failing to provide collections with a viable conservation environment. This volume offers hands-on guidance to the specific challenges involved in conserving cultural heritage in hot and humid climates. Initial chapters present scientific and geographic overviews of these climates, outline risk-based classifications for environmental control, and discuss related issues of human health and comfort. The authors then describe climate management strategies that offer effective and reliable alternatives to conventional air-conditioning systems and that require minimal intervention to the historic fabric of buildings that house collections. The book concludes with seven case studies of successful climate improvement projects undertaken by the Getty Conservation Institute in collaboration with cultural institutions around the world. Appendixes include a unit conversion table, a glossary, and a full bibliography. This book is an essential tool for cultural heritage conservators and museum curators, as well as other professionals involved in the design, construction, and maintenance of museums and other buildings housing cultural heritage collections in hot and humid climates. “It is absolutely right that conservation be in step with the socio-political context surrounding environmen­tally sound approaches. This text does that, and does it well. The authors have, admirably, been awarded the 2016 Prose Award for Environmental Science, and they are to be congratulated for producing a text that is seen as having an impact outside of the conservation sphere. The technical theory that underpins the text is accessible, and the solutions borne out through the case studies do present as being admirably pragmatic.”— Journal of the Institute of Conservation

Author : May Cassar
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781134546794

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Environmental Management by May Cassar Pdf

The key to the survival of museum collections is a stable indoor environment and vital to this is a well-maintained building with effective environmental services. Environmental Management sets out clearly the theory and practice of achieving an appropriate museum environment for both collections and people. The book emphasises the need for planning and places the environmental needs of museum collections at the forefront of the responsibilities of museum managers. May Cassar stresses the role of the building as the first line of defence against environmental instability, recognising the importance of regular environmental monitoring and control, and the division of museum spaces into critical areas housing collections and non-critical areas accommodating offices, cafes and communal spaces. Environmental Management presents a strategic approach to environmental management, in contrast to the piecemeal approach to environmental monitoring and control still practised by many museums. However, rather than providing ready solutions and rigid rules, the book introduces principles and ideas on which to base decisions about creating the appropriate environment.

Author : Joel Taylor,Michael C. Henry,Vincent Laudato Beltran,Walt Crimm,Matthew Eckelman,Jane Henderson,Jeremy Linden,Micha? ?ukomski,Bob Norris,Sarah Nunberg,Cecilia Winter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2023-07-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1957939079

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Managing Collection Environments by Joel Taylor,Michael C. Henry,Vincent Laudato Beltran,Walt Crimm,Matthew Eckelman,Jane Henderson,Jeremy Linden,Micha? ?ukomski,Bob Norris,Sarah Nunberg,Cecilia Winter Pdf

Author : British Standards Institute Staff,British Standards Institution
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 55 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Antiquities
ISBN : 0580713156

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Specification for Managing Environmental Conditions for Cultural Collections by British Standards Institute Staff,British Standards Institution Pdf

Conservation, Environmental management, Storage facilities, Preservation, Damage prevention, Materials handling

Author : Barbara Appelbaum
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : UOM:39015026821242

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Guide to Environmental Protection of Collections by Barbara Appelbaum Pdf

Writing for those with little or no technical background, Appelbaum clarifies the various phenomena that affect objects, how those objects respond, and what to do about it. The first half of the book covers five basic topics of preservation, and the second part goes into detail about the needs of specific materials and objects.

Author : Lisa Elkin,Christopher Norris
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2019-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0997867922

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Preventive Conservation by Lisa Elkin,Christopher Norris Pdf

Good storage is the foundation of effective collection care, advancing conservation while at the same time promoting accessibility and use. Preventive Conservation: Collection Storage covers the storage of all types of collections, including science, fine and decorative art, history, library, archive, and digital collections. It concentrates on preventive conservation and emphasizes a risk management approach. Reflecting the breadth of its scope, the new book is collaboration between The Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections; the American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works; the Smithsonian Institution; and the George Washington University Museum Studies Program.

Author : Garry Thomson
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781483102719

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The Museum Environment by Garry Thomson Pdf

The Museum Environment, Second Edition deals with the behavior and conservation of the various classes of museum exhibit. This book is divided into six sections that provide museum specifications for conservation. This text highlights the three contributing factors in the deterioration and decay of museum exhibits, namely light, humidity, and air pollution. Each section describes the mechanism of deterioration and the appropriate “preventive conservation . The changes in this edition from the previous include the electronic hygrometry, fluorescent lamps, buffered cases, air conditioning systems, and data logging and control in historic buildings. This book is of great value to conservation researchers and museum workers.

Author : Ana Pires,Graça Martinho,Susana Rodrigues,Maria Isabel Gomes
Publisher : Springer
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319932002

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Sustainable Solid Waste Collection and Management by Ana Pires,Graça Martinho,Susana Rodrigues,Maria Isabel Gomes Pdf

This volume focuses on the collection of waste and waste streams as an integral aspect of sustainable waste management. The authors take economic models and behavioral studies into account to go beyond just descriptions of waste collections technologies and collection route design. Models and tools for sustainable waste collection are described in detail, and the authors provide a comprehensive, integrated methodology to design waste collection systems that reduce environmental impacts, are economically viable, and achieve buy-in and participation from target populations. Part I of the book provides fundamentals and context on waste hierarchy, including waste prevention, reduction and reuse, waste collection itself, and steps such as preparation for recycling, recycling, treatment, and landfilling. Background in environmental, social, and economic concerns surrounding waste collection is also provided here. Part II addresses tools for design, operation, and maintenance of waste collection systems. Part III focuses on how the tools presented in Part II can be used to support sustainability assessments and decisions that consider the entire life cycle of waste and the role of waste collection programs in waste prevention, reduction, reuse, recycling, treatment, and disposal. Part IV addresses the challenges of developing sustainable waste management systems and addresses the role of waste collection in sustainable waste management in the future.

Author : Jane Henderson,British Library. National Preservation Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Archival materials
ISBN : 0712349995

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Managing the Library and Archive Environment by Jane Henderson,British Library. National Preservation Office Pdf

Author : Great Britain. Museums and Galleries Commission
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:182874585

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Environmental Management by Great Britain. Museums and Galleries Commission Pdf

Author : Teuteberg, Frank,Marx Gomez, Jorge
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781615209828

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Corporate Environmental Management Information Systems: Advancements and Trends by Teuteberg, Frank,Marx Gomez, Jorge Pdf

"This book summarizes the state of the art in the emergent field of Corporate Environmental Management Information Systems, showing researchers, managers, engineers and information technology specialists how to develop and implement effective CEMIS"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Mourade Azrour
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031524196

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Sustainable and Green Technologies for Water and Environmental Management by Mourade Azrour Pdf

Author : Cengiz Kahraman,İrem Uçal Sari
Publisher : Springer
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-09-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319429939

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Intelligence Systems in Environmental Management: Theory and Applications by Cengiz Kahraman,İrem Uçal Sari Pdf

This book offers a comprehensive reference guide to intelligence systems in environmental management. It provides readers with all the necessary tools for solving complex environmental problems, where classical techniques cannot be applied. The respective chapters, written by prominent researchers, explain a wealth of both basic and advanced concepts including ant colony, genetic algorithms, evolutionary algorithms, fuzzy multi-criteria decision making tools, particle swarm optimization, agent-based modelling, artificial neural networks, simulated annealing, Tabu search, fuzzy multi-objective optimization, fuzzy rules, support vector machines, fuzzy cognitive maps, cumulative belief degrees, and many others. To foster a better understanding, all the chapters include relevant numerical examples or case studies. Taken together, they form an excellent reference guide for researchers, lecturers and postgraduate students pursuing research on complex environmental problems. Moreover, by extending all the main aspects of classical environmental solution techniques to its intelligent counterpart, the book presents a dynamic snapshot on the field that is expected to stimulate new directions and stimulate new ideas and developments.

Author : Ken W. Krauss,Zhiliang Zhu,Camille L. Stagg
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-11-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119639282

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Wetland Carbon and Environmental Management by Ken W. Krauss,Zhiliang Zhu,Camille L. Stagg Pdf

Explores how the management of wetlands can influence carbon storage and fluxes. Wetlands are vital natural assets, including their ability to take-up atmospheric carbon and restrict subsequent carbon loss to facilitate long-term storage. They can be deliberately managed to provide a natural solution to mitigate climate change, as well as to help offset direct losses of wetlands from various land-use changes and natural drivers. Wetland Carbon and Environmental Management presents a collection of wetland research studies from around the world to demonstrate how environmental management can improve carbon sequestration while enhancing wetland health and function. Volume highlights include: Overview of carbon storage in the landscape Introduction to wetland management practices Comparisons of natural, managed, and converted wetlands Impact of wetland management on carbon storage or loss Techniques for scientific assessment of wetland carbon processes Case studies covering tropical, coastal, inland, and northern wetlands Primer for carbon offset trading programs and how wetlands might contribute The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity.Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Author : Tsai, Sang-Bing,Yuan, Zhengxi,Yu, Jian,Liu, Xuexin
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781799819684

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Waste Management Techniques for Improved Environmental and Public Health: Emerging Research and Opportunities by Tsai, Sang-Bing,Yuan, Zhengxi,Yu, Jian,Liu, Xuexin Pdf

A central concern that has remained relevant in recent years has been the management of waste and pollution. Improper disposal methods such as open-air burning and unsafe recycling have led to significant public and environmental health issues including respiratory disorders, resource depletion, and infant mortality. Adopting new waste management techniques is a necessity in order to preserve the health of the global community and ecosystem. Waste Management Techniques for Improved Environmental and Public Health: Emerging Research and Opportunities provides innovative insights into the advancing methods and technologies of reducing pollution and promoting sustainable development. The content within this publication examines ecological technologies, risk assessment, and green operation. It is designed for ecologists, biologists, researchers, enterprises, academicians, policymakers, scientists, environmental engineers, and students seeking current research on developing theories and techniques within waste moderation and environmental protection.