Phytosequestration: Strategies for Mitigation of Aerial Carbon Dioxide and Aquatic Nutrient Pollution

Cultural eutrophication and the alarming increase in greenhouse gases are major environmental concerns. Phyto- and nutrient sequestration via plants helps store atmospheric CO2 to remove contaminants. Carbon and nutrient sequestration can be used together for sustainable development goals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 97 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Environmental concerns are of utmost importance, particularly in the context of industrialization and urbanization, which have resulted in the proliferation of weeds in aquatic ecosystems, causing disruption to these delicate systems. The alarming increase in greenhouse gases such as CO2, CH4, CFCs, N2O, and water vapor in the atmosphere has led to a significant enhancement of the greenhouse effect. Among these gases, CO2 is responsible for 55-60% of the total enhanced effect.

To address these challenges, phyto- and nutrient sequestration through plants plays a crucial role in storing atmospheric CO2 in vegetation, effectively removing contaminants from the environment. By combining carbon and nutrient sequestration, we can work towards achieving sustainable development goals.

The chapters in this book adopt a hierarchical structure, beginning with the significance of maintaining quality environments. They then move on to quantify and monitor the culprit contaminants responsible for global warming and accelerated eutrophication, exploring their ecological impacts. Subsequently, various sequestration technologies are discussed, offering solutions to address these environmental concerns.

Weight: 191g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031269202
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023