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Waste Management and Resource Recycling in the Developing World

Waste Management and Resource Recycling in the Developing World

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Waste Management and Resource Recycling in the Developing World offers practical solutions for waste management in the developing world, focusing on innovative tools and technologies, advanced techniques, and socioeconomic factors. It highlights the potential of waste management to produce energy and value-added products, emphasizing the importance of sustainable waste management practices based on a circular economy for economic and environmental benefits.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 870 pages
Publication date: 09 December 2022
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division


Waste Management and Resource Recycling in the Developing World is a comprehensive and insightful examination of the current state of waste management and resource recycling in the developing world. It offers practical solutions based on innovative tools and technologies, along with examples and case studies, to address the challenges faced by these regions. The book is organized by waste type, including electronic, industrial, and biomedical/hazardous, and covers advanced techniques such as remote sensing and GIS, as well as socioeconomic factors, transnational transport, and policy implications.

This valuable resource is designed for waste managers, environmental scientists, sustainability practitioners, and engineers who are seeking to improve waste management practices in the developing world. It highlights the high potential for waste management to produce energy and value-added products, emphasizing the importance of sustainable waste management based on a circular economy. By implementing waste-to-economy and waste-to-energy practices, waste management can not only reduce environmental pollution but also generate sufficient energy to contribute to environmental sustainability in the coming decades.

A proper waste management strategy is crucial in achieving these goals. It involves waste minimization, effective collection, transportation, and disposal systems, as well as the development of recycling and waste-to-energy technologies. Additionally, it requires the involvement of local communities, governments, and private sector stakeholders to create awareness, promote education, and foster sustainable practices.

In conclusion, Waste Management and Resource Recycling in the Developing World provides a valuable perspective on the challenges and opportunities of waste management in the developing world. By offering practical solutions and promoting sustainable practices, this book contributes to the development of more efficient and environmentally responsible waste management systems. It is a must-read for professionals and stakeholders involved in waste management and resource recycling in these regions.


Dimension: 235 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323904636

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