Handbook of Recycling: State-of-the-art for Practitioners, Analysts, and Scientists

The Handbook of Recycling, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to recycling, reuse, and reclamation processes, covering recent developments, applications, technology, recovery, and collection. It includes new chapters on global recycled material flows, sludges, reinforced plastics, and landfill mining and concludes with a review of policy and economic implications.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 756 pages
Publication date: 23 October 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

The Handbook of Recycling, Second Edition, is a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of the current landscape of recycling, reuse, and reclamation processes, highlighting their interconnectedness and impact on modern society. This second edition has been meticulously revised and updated to encompass the latest advancements in the field, ensuring its relevance and timeliness. Moreover, the book has undergone a restructuring process to provide a comprehensive coverage of various aspects of recycling, including general principles, applications, technology, recovery, and collection.

In addition to these revisions, several new chapters have been introduced, delving into critical topics such as global recycled material flows, sludge management, reinforced plastics, and landfill mining. These chapters offer valuable insights into the complex dynamics of recycling and waste management, providing a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with these processes.

The Handbook of Recycling, Second Edition, concludes with a comprehensive review of the policy and economic implications of recycling. It explores the impact of recycling on energy use, sustainable development, and the environment, shedding light on the potential for positive change and the challenges that remain. This book serves as an invaluable resource for students and researchers across a wide range of disciplines, including materials and environmental science, public policy studies, and sustainability.

By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date examination of recycling, reuse, and reclamation processes, this handbook contributes to the advancement of knowledge and understanding in this critical field. It serves as a valuable tool for policymakers, industry professionals, and individuals seeking to promote sustainable practices and reduce waste generation.

Dimension: 235 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323855143
Edition number: 2 ed