Deltas,
comprising
approximately
5%
of
the
Earth's
land
surface,
occupy
a
high
population
density
globally.
The
distribution
depends
on
geographical
location
and
countries
or
regions
Deltas
under
investigation.
Each
Delta
is
unique
influenced
by
specific
hydrological,
geological,
environmental
conditions.
face
pressing
need
for
effective
waste
management
strategies
to
mitigate
degradation
health
risks.
This
chapter
an
introduction
critical
nexus
solid
(SWM)
sustainability
in
shedding
light
corresponding
challenges
barriers.
chapter's
main
findings
would
strengthen
contribution
stakeholders,
policy-makers,
private
public
sectors
achieving
sustainable
SWM
strategies.
Chemical Engineering & Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
47(12)
Published: Oct. 24, 2024
Abstract
The
iron
and
steelmaking
industries
play
a
significant
role
in
the
manufacturing
sector
but
result
greenhouse
gas
emissions.
Biochar
has
recently
gained
attention
as
potential
substitute
for
coal
metallurgical
processes
due
to
its
carbon
capture
potential.
This
review
explores
of
biochar
sustainable
industries.
Notable
research
works
have
shown
that
substituting
amounts
ranging
from
low
5
%
high
50
can
be
feasible
beneficial
such
coke
making,
sintering,
blast
furnaces,
electric
furnaces.
information
presented
this
applied
create
competitive
alternatives
fossil
fuels
help
decarbonize
Fermentation,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
9(10), P. 894 - 894
Published: Oct. 6, 2023
The
adverse
effects
of
climate
change,
predominantly
propelled
by
greenhouse
gas
emissions
from
fossil
fuels,
underscore
the
urgency
seeking
sustainable
alternatives
to
fuel
use.
Amid
growing
concerns
about
change
caused
fuels
and
petrochemicals,
this
review
focuses
on
solutions
through
conversion
glycerol
into
value-added
biochemicals.
Glycerol,
as
main
byproduct
biodiesel
production,
is
a
particularly
attractive
chemical
due
its
potential
be
upgraded
building
blocks
This
provides
detailed
analysis
different
thermochemical
(catalytic)
synthetic
biology
(fermentative)
pathways
for
1,2-propanediol
1,3-propanediol,
which
have
proven
industrial
commercial
applications
globally.
synthesis
propanediol
hydrogenolysis
other
catalytic
processes
using
active
metals
acidic
oxides
reviewed.
reaction
mechanism
involved
in
reactions
concerning
surface
systematically
discussed.
metabolic
activities
promising
microorganisms
fermenting
glycerol,
carbon
source
used
produce
propanediol,
are
illustrated
elaborated.
Combining
these
insights,
comprehensive
resource
that
can
foster
better
understanding
transformation
implications
chemistry
practices.
exploration
alternative
methods
emphasizes
approaches
reshape
production
practices
contribute
mitigation.
Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
28(2), P. 553 - 583
Published: March 1, 2024
The
continuous
production
and
widespread
use
of
synthetic
plastics,
along
with
the
resulting
waste,
pose
significant
environmental
challenges
threaten
ecosystems.
Microplastics
(MPs)
have
emerged
as
a
novel
type
contaminants
in
aquatic
environments,
posing
risks
to
both
ecosystems
human
health.
Egypt
is
distinguished
by
diversity
its
environment.
Mediterranean
Sea
globally
recognized
major
hotspot
for
accumulation
marine
litter
plastic
pollution.
On
other
hand,
Nile
River
considered
source
pollution
flowing
into
eastern
basin.
In
addition,
Red
Coast
confronted
various
anthropogenic
stressors
that
contribute
region,
causing
threat
sensitive
critical
found
there.
Despite
global
documentation
MPs
pollution,
there
lack
sufficient
data
on
extent
their
interaction
environment
Egypt.
Monitoring
assessing
environments
are
crucial
initial
steps,
providing
foundation
developing
recommendations
policies
mitigate
pollutants.
This
study
concerned
environment,
an
aim
define
types
,
sources,
fate,
toxicity,
characterization
impact
it
aimed
summarize
existing
research
conducted
Egyptian
offering
overview
current
knowledge
regarding
abundance
distribution
Egypt's
While
Deltas
represent
about
5%
of
the
global
land
surface,
they
occupy
over
550
million
people
(i.e.,
a
high
population
density).
The
Delta
area,
which
is
characterized
by
flat
topography,
fertile
alluvial
soils,
and
abundant
natural
resources,
vital
for
human
habitation.
However,
this
area
subjected
to
diverse
anthropogenic
threats,
owing
climate
change
vulnerability.
delicate
equilibrium
delta
ecosystems
threatened
as
activities
escalate
(e.g.,
illegal
solid-waste
dumping),
necessitating
innovative
solutions.
This
chapter
includes
main
concluding
remarks
on
evolution
waste
management
practices
within
Deltas,
emphasizing
significance
sustainable
approaches
balance
ecological
socio-economic
aspects.
As
continue
confront
dynamic
seasonal
challenges,
book
tends
provide
foundation
promoting
resilient
in
solid
(SWM)
these
ecosystems.
Deltas,
comprising
approximately
5%
of
the
Earth's
land
surface,
occupy
a
high
population
density
globally.
The
distribution
depends
on
geographical
location
and
countries
or
regions
Deltas
under
investigation.
Each
Delta
is
unique
influenced
by
specific
hydrological,
geological,
environmental
conditions.
face
pressing
need
for
effective
waste
management
strategies
to
mitigate
degradation
health
risks.
This
chapter
an
introduction
critical
nexus
solid
(SWM)
sustainability
in
shedding
light
corresponding
challenges
barriers.
chapter's
main
findings
would
strengthen
contribution
stakeholders,
policy-makers,
private
public
sectors
achieving
sustainable
SWM
strategies.
