Waste Management

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From the author of The Humanure Handbook, an expert guide to compost toilets you can build yourself The Compost Toilet Handbook is an illustrated instructional manual explaining how to make, use, and manage compost toilets, which are waste-free...

Except in schoolboy jokes, the subject of human waste is rarely aired. We talk aboutwater-related diseases when most are sanitation-related - in short, we don't mention the shit. A century and a half ago, a long, hot summer reduced the Thames flowing...

In 1858 the 'Great Stink of London' made much of the city along the Thames uninhabitable. Between 1848 and 1854 nearly 25,000 Londoners died of cholera, a disease borne by foul water. Joseph Bazalgette saved the city, building sewers that would serve 4...

An updated edition of an underground classic This is the 4th edition of a self-published book that no respectable publisher would touch with a ten-foot shovel. The 1st edition was published in 1994 with a print run of 600 copies, which the author...

Recycling is good, isn't it? In this visionary book, chemist Michael Braungart and architect William McDonough challenge this status quo and put forward a manifesto for an intriguing and radically different philosophy of environmentalism."Reduce, reuse,...

The combination of cheap, easily available materials, margin for error, suitability for amateurs and flexibility in terms of size and shape, make ferrocement tanks an ideal choice for anyone looking for long-term water security on a budget, and they work...

Decommissioning nuclear facilities is a relatively new field, which has developed rapidly in the last ten years. It involves materials that may be highly radioactive and therefore require sophisticated methods of containment and remote handling. The...

This new edition of a well-established textbook covers the health, environmental and engineering aspects of the management of rainwater and wastewater in areas of human development. Urban Drainage deals comprehensively not only with the design of new...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780262621601Author Dominique LaporteFormat PaperbackPage Count 175Imprint MIT PressPublisher MIT Press LtdWeight(grams) 227gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 146mm *...

Can waste become a profitable business rather than a costly problem, creating green business opportunities and green jobs while protecting the environment? Might this reduce illegal trade and improper recycling of hazardous wastes by making the...

A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK ONE OF THE NEW YORKER'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023 INCLUDED IN THE GUARDIAN'S BEST IDEAS BOOKS OF 2023 'A gripping read that will anger as much as it fascinates' Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall'An incredible journey into the world of...

Despite frequent claims that waste is being reduced, consumer-reliant economies, everyday consumption and the waste industry continue to produce and demand more waste. Combining a lucid style with robust empirical and theoretical research, this book...

Urban Drainage Practice will provide detailed guidance and practical advice on the design, operation, planning, management and maintenance principles required to address all major urban drainage issues. With the recent flooding incidents in the UK and...

2020 Independent Press Award Winner--Home & Garden Category Turn water scarcity into water abundance! Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond, Volume 1, 3rd Edition is the best-selling, award-winning guide on how to conceptualize, design, and...

'We have a responsibility, every one of us' David AttenboroughAround 12.7 million tonnes of plastic are entering the ocean every year, killing over 1 million seabirds and 100,000 marine mammals. By 2050 there could be more plastic in the ocean than fish...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780993201707Author Jane GilbertFormat PaperbackPage Count 105Imprint Carbon Clarity PressPublisher Carbon Clarity Press

Isn't it about time to start nose-to-tail cooking with vegetables? Learn how to make the most of the edibles in your garden or the farmer's market bounty! The No Waste Vegetable Cookbook will help you cook your way through greens, beans, roots, and herbs...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593085974Author Maxine BedatFormat HardbackPage Count 336Imprint PortfolioPublisher Penguin Putnam Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781853391033Author Adam HarveyFormat PaperbackPage Count 400Imprint Practical Action PublishingPublisher Practical Action PublishingWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781583335239Author Edward HumesFormat PaperbackPage Count 336Imprint Avery Publishing GroupPublisher Avery Publishing GroupWeight(grams) 272gDimensions(mm)...

As Jaq is pulled further into a murky underworld of deceit and corruption, things take an explosive turn... After escaping almost certain death amidst the ruins of Chernobyl, Jaq finds herself in even hotter water. Deep in debt, she decides to take on...

Uganda's capital, Kampala, is undergoing dramatic urban transformations as its new technocratic government seeks to clean and green the city. Waste Worlds tracks the dynamics of development and disposability unfolding amid struggles over who and what...

Find out how to live more sustainably, manage waste in a better way, and create an eco-home!Rubbish tells us a lot about how humans have lived in the past, how we're living now, and the impact our waste disposal has on the environment. To create a more...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780999595619Author Julia L F GoldsteinFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint Bebo PressPublisher Bebo PressWeight(grams) 327gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm *...

Septic Tank Options & Alternatives by Feidhlim Harty is a user-friendly guide through the maze of selecting an eco-friendly sewage treatment option for your home. With so many different treatment systems and technologies available, it can be a challenge...

'Read this book, think and then act - it's our only hope.' Chris Packham, MCS Ocean AmbassadorThank you for choosing this book - it shows that you care about the future of our planet. Whether you decide to go plastic free for an hour, a day or a year,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780262543651Author Max LiboironFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint MIT PressPublisher MIT Press Ltd

"Everything looked perfect. Sand - unique Baltic sand, the best in the world - and the calm sea. But wait. Something was amiss. Something was wrong"It starts with a day at the beach. A single white sock that somehow spoils everything. It's enough to send...

"Everything looked perfect. Sand - unique Baltic sand, the best in the world - and the calm sea. But wait. Something was amiss. Something was wrong"It starts with a day at the beach. A single white sock that somehow spoils everything. It's enough to send...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780750356763Author Maulin ShahFormat HardbackPage Count 366Imprint Institute of Physics PublishingPublisher Institute of Physics PublishingDimensions(mm)...

Drawing on the expertise of researchers and professionals from around the globe, this volume focuses on providing a foundational framework for assessing the contamination of soil, surface water, and groundwater, and evaluating the human health risk...

This technical resource delves into the management and valorization of paper industry waste, exploring innovative approaches to transform waste into sustainable construction materials, low-grade paperboard, biogas, and bioCNG. It provides a comprehensive...

Heavy metal pollution is a major concern for all ecosystems where wastewater is present and it has the potential to harm the health of humans, animals and plants wherever it exists. Remediating the adverse effects of these pollutants is thus a...

Heavy metal pollution is a major concern for all ecosystems where wastewater is present and it has the potential to harm the health of humans, animals and plants wherever it exists. Remediating the adverse effects of these pollutants is thus a...

Water consumption in the textile industry is high and textile dyes are complex organic molecules that are hard to treat. Every year thousands of tons of dyes are produced worldwide and approximately 10-15% of those remain in wastewater, contaminating...

Water consumption in the textile industry is high and textile dyes are complex organic molecules that are hard to treat. Every year thousands of tons of dyes are produced worldwide and approximately 10-15% of those remain in wastewater, contaminating...

This book is focused on evaluating past research efforts that have been made in the area of agricultural waste conversion and its practical applications. The study aims to review the various investigations that have been conducted in the field of...

Nature-based Solutions for Remediation of Emerging Pollutants in Wastewater presents a comprehensive overview of sustainable approaches towards tackling one of the most pressing environmental challenges we face currently. Covering innovative strategies...

This book comprehensively explores advanced methodologies and practical applications in the treatment and valorization of wastewater. This book synthesizes cutting-edge research and practical insights into various techniques used to address the...