Handbook of Assisted and Amendment-Enhanced Sustainable Remediation Technology

The Handbook of Assisted and Amendment-Enhanced Sustainable Remediation Technology is a comprehensive resource that discusses sustainable approaches to removing contaminants from the environment or reducing their toxicity. It includes resources from an internationally recognized group of academics and focuses on the use of organic amendments to facilitate soil cleanup and the growth of phytoremediation plants. The book covers new remediation technologies, global trends in the environmental remediation industry, and the future challenges and opportunities of phytoremediation. It is an indispensable reference for environmental engineers, environmental scientists, geologists, chemical engineers, and landscape engineers, as well as scientists working in the green chemistry and technology industries, biochemical engineers, environmental regulators, and policy makers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 656 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2021
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

The Handbook of Assisted and Amendment-Enhanced Sustainable Remediation Technology is a comprehensive resource that delves into the cutting-edge field of phytoremediation technology. Authored by an internationally recognized editor and leader in the field, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of sustainable approaches to removing contaminants from the environment or reducing their toxicity.

Special attention is given to the use of organic amendments, such as activated carbon derived from lignin, to facilitate soil cleanup and promote the growth of phytoremediation plants. The book also discusses new remediation technologies, global trends in the environmental remediation industry, and the future challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

One of the key highlights of the Handbook is its discussion of activated carbon from lignin. Activated carbon is a highly effective sorbent that can be used in situ to remediate contaminated sediments. The book provides detailed insights into the use of activated carbon, including its properties, applications, and potential limitations.

Another important topic covered in the Handbook is the use of fresh and mature organic amendments for phytoremediation of technosols contaminated with high concentrations of trace elements. The book explores the effectiveness of various organic amendments, such as compost, biochar, and unpolluted soil, in promoting the growth of phytoremediation plants and removing contaminants from the soil.

Furthermore, the Handbook examines the revitalization of metal-contaminated, EDTA-washed soil by adding unpolluted soil, compost, and biochar. This approach is known as biochar amendment and has shown promising results in enhancing soil quality and promoting the growth of phytoremediation plants.

The book also treats the use of wheat straw biochar amendments on the removal of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in contaminated soil. PAHs are a group of chemicals that are known to be toxic and persistent in the environment, and phytoremediation has been identified as a viable method for their removal. The Handbook provides detailed insights into the use of wheat straw biochar amendments and their effectiveness in promoting the growth of phytoremediation plants and removing PAHs from contaminated soil.

The Handbook of Assisted and Amendment-Enhanced Sustainable Remediation Technology is an invaluable resource for environmental engineers, environmental scientists, geologists, chemical engineers, and landscape engineers. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of phytoremediation technology, its applications, and its potential for addressing environmental challenges.

With its extensive coverage of topics, practical insights, and contributions from leading experts in the field, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in sustainable remediation and environmental protection. Whether you are a professional working in the field or a student seeking to learn more about this important area, the Handbook of Assisted and Amendment-Enhanced Sustainable Remediation Technology offers a wealth of knowledge and guidance.

Weight: 1424g
Dimension: 258 x 185 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119670360