Wastes: Solutions, Treatments and Opportunities III: Selected Papers from the 5th International Conference Wastes 2019, September 4-6, 2019

Wastes: Solutions, Treatments, and Opportunities III is a collection of papers from the 5th International Conference on Waste Management and Recycling, focusing on innovative solutions and sustainable practices in waste management and recycling.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 607 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The 5th edition of the International Conference on Wastes: Solutions, Treatments, and Opportunities, held in Costa da Caparica, Portugal, from September 3 to 6, 2019, featured a selection of papers presented during the event. This biennial conference, renowned as a key platform for fostering innovation, technological advancements, and sustainable solutions in waste management and recycling, attracts experts from both academia and industry. The papers included in this comprehensive volume cover a wide array of topics, encompassing:

Wastes as Construction Materials: Exploring the potential of using waste materials in construction projects, including recycled concrete, waste bricks, and other unconventional materials.

Wastes as Fuels: Investigating the use of waste as a renewable energy source, such as waste-to-energy conversion and gasification technologies.

Waste Treatment Technologies: Discussing the latest advancements in waste treatment processes, including chemical, biological, and thermal treatments, as well as emerging technologies such as plasma arc waste disposal.

MSW Management: Examining effective strategies and technologies for managing municipal solid waste, including waste collection, transportation, and disposal.

Recycling of Wastes and Materials Recovery: Exploring the processes and technologies involved in recycling various waste materials, such as plastics, metals, and paper, and maximizing material recovery rates.

Environmental, Economic, and Social Aspects in Waste Management: Analyzing the environmental, economic, and social implications of waste management practices, including the impact on human health, resource consumption, and social equity.

Life Cycle Assessment: Applying a holistic approach to evaluating the environmental impact of products and processes throughout their entire life cycle, including raw material extraction, production, use, and disposal.

Circular Economy and Waste Refineries: Exploring the concept of a circular economy, where waste is minimized, resources are reused, and waste refineries play a pivotal role in the recycling and recovery of valuable materials.

Logistics, Policies, Regulatory Constraints, and Markets in Waste Management: Discussing the challenges and opportunities associated with logistics, policies, regulatory constraints, and market mechanisms in waste management.

This conference serves as a valuable forum for exchanging knowledge and expertise, promoting collaboration, and driving progress in the field of waste management and recycling. By addressing these critical topics, the conference contributes to the development of sustainable solutions that address the global challenges associated with waste generation and disposal.

Weight: 1139g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367779375