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574 articles for “E-waste”
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Removal of Methyl Orange from Wastewater Using Composite Material
Abstract: The textile industry is one of the pollute activities that most consume water. Industrial dyes are dangerous pollutants, resulting from the textile industry. The textile dyes significantly increase inhibit plant growth, enter the food chain, promote toxicity, and carcinogenicity. The removal of textiles dyes is usually proposed via adsorption represents a sustainable solution. A composite material was prepared by polystyrene in combination with commercial activated carbon. A series of experiments …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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Manufacturing of Composite Material Using Sugarcane Bagasse and Waste Plastic for Household Warm Protection
Abstract: On this cutting edge age the composite materials are gotten the essential material for any building creation since composite materials have a few explicit properties, for example, high solidarity to weight proportion, ease, and simplicity of manufacture, elasticity, compressive quality, Impact quality, high protection from warm which doesn't understand in unadulterated material or non-composite material. of its immense application, a Mechanical Engineer should realize how to create and testicle a …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 40–43 Read article
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Enhancing Environmental Sustainability in Construction: Best Practices and Innovative Strategies
Abstract: Abstract The construction industry plays a major role in global environmental degradation, contributing around 39% of carbon emissions and 40% of global energy consumption. This paper explores the best practices and innovative strategies to enhance environmental sustainability in construction, focusing on waste management, energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and regulatory compliance. A mixed-methods approach is employed, utilizing quantitative data analysis from industry reports and qualitative insights from case studies of five …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning Read article
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Clean Drinking Water: A Vital Necessity for Rural Development
Abstract: Access to clean drinking water is a cornerstone for public health, socio-economic development, and overall well-being. However, many rural communities worldwide continue to struggle with inadequate access to safe and reliable water sources, leading to significant public health challenges. Contaminated water sources in rural areas often stem from agricultural runoff, improper sanitation systems, and industrial waste, exposing populations to a wide range of waterborne diseases such as cholera, dysentery, and …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Industrial Wastewaters Purifier
Abstract: The main problem in all existing electroflotators for wastewater treatment is the salinization of the space near the cathode during electroflotation, which leads to the formation of salt deposits on the cathode, which heavily cover the cathode surface, which can lead to a complete coagulation of the process. electroflotation cleaning. Another problem is that a dense wire grid of a certain thickness is used as the anode, which increases the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 36–46 Read article
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Chemical Safety in Solid Waste Management
Abstract: Solid waste disposal is a burning issue now-a-days. Municipal solid waste consists of wastes like paper, plastics, glass, metal, food, etc. These wastes come from various sources, may be houses, industries, hotels, etc. This paper focuses specifically on the chemical waste disposal. It is observed that in society many times illegal dumping of toxic chemical waste is done. This is not a good practice. This can pose serious hazard to …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 4–8 Read article
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Study of Urban Kitchen Waste Disposal in Mumbai
Abstract: Solid waste management is one of the most essential services for maintaining the quality of life of the people in the urban areas and protecting our environment. Composting is a process that progresses in stages and at each stage, certain types of microbes enter the pile and break down the organic waste without intervention in 60 days. When mixed with soil, compost promotes proper balance between air and water in …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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The Financial Implication of Weather Condition as a Determinant of On-Site Productivity and Contract Duration
Abstract: The effects of weather conditions on construction projects is an identifiable one as inclement weather can cause a lot of upset in works being executed, particularly in substructure and the wet trades such as concrete works. A cold dry weather harsh weather as in the case of the harmattan period causes drying out before concrete sets. Wet weather such as those experienced during the rainy seasons, which in the Niger …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Advancing Clean Energy: The Role of Biohydrogen Technology
Abstract: The process of gasification turns carbonaceous materials derived from biomass or fossil fuels into gases, with nitrogen (N2), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen (H2), and carbon dioxide (CO2) being the main fractions. By reacting carbonaceous materials (coal, petroleum, and biomass) with a regulated amount of oxygen and/or steam at high temperatures, a thermochemical process known as gasification produces carbon monoxide and hydrogen. Methanol and chemicals like urea and ammonia, which are …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Intelligent Nanobots: Real-Time Framework for Molecular Pollution Detection and Health Risk Mitigation
Abstract: Nanobots are machines made at a very small scale. They can do jobs. These machines are very versatile and accurate. They are helping to start an era in cleaning up the environment. Nanobots can focus on pollutants in the environment. Their tiny structures can. Break down bad stuff at the molecular level. They can reach places that regular cleaning methods cannot. Water pollution is a problem. Water pollution is mostly …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Analyzing Atmospheric Particulate Matter in PortHarcourt and Omoku, Nigeria, Using Artificial NeuralNetworks and Fuzzy Logic
Abstract: Port Harcourt and Omoku, two densely populated towns in Rivers State, Nigeria, are hubs of industrial, commercial, and residential activities, characterized by the presence of oil and gas industries, educational institutions, large markets, and, in the case of Omoku, access to free electric power supply. These activities contribute to environmental degradation through industrial effluents, domestic waste, automobile emissions, gas flaring, and biomass burning, which release aerosols that form harmful particulates …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 16–52 Read article
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Biomass Conversion-Technologies and Benefits
Abstract: Biomass refers to an organic matter that can be used as fuel. It comprises crop residues, manure (both human and animal), industrial wastes, domestic wastes etc. Biomass has been in use for energy generation from last several years. Several technologies have been developed for obtaining energy from biomass fuel. Some of these techniques have been summarized in this review. Using biomass for energy generation has several benefits. It is safe …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 27–29 Read article
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IoT Based Smart Street Lighting Surveillance System
Abstract: The control of street lights technology is one of the intelligent machines that greatly raises the cost of building a city's infrastructure. Without a doubt, intelligent street light regulation may lower the cost of public illumination. The increasing importance given to energy conservation and proper maintenance has resulted in the creation of reducing technology that allows for large power savings, the highest consideration for the ecology, and a decrease in …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Energy Audit: A Case Study of C-Block of GCET Campus
Abstract: This paper presents energy audit of college premises (GCET Institute). Energy audit includes an in-depth examination of consumption in electric power, value of this power consumption, and lastly, a steered program for changes in operating practices or power intense instrumentation that may effectively save the value. The energy audit could be a positive involvement with a major blessing to varsity. The review method begins by gathering knowledge concerning facility’s operation …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Green Nanotechnology Based Analysis & Treatment of Industrial Effluent
Abstract: The research into effluent treatment and recycling is ongoing process. Particularly the development of new methods and technology for nanowaste treatment is a focus of most professionals, scientist and engineers. One of the developments among the emerging technology is the green nanotechnology, which is environmental friendly, affordable and cost effective. This research is an overview of Green nanotechnology based analysis and treatment techniques for an industrial nanowaste is emphasized. Most …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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The new method of purification of the industrial waste waters
Abstract: The main problem in the all existing electrofloatation methods of cleaning is the increase of the alkalization space near the cathode that leads to formation of the salts sediments on the cathode as a result of passing of the electric current through the water environment. The salts so tightly cover cathode’s surface that can cause the total curtailment of the process of electrofloatation. This can be explained by the fact …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 34–44 Read article
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Implications of Asphalt Plant Discharge Water on Agromorphological Parameters and Photosynthetic Processes of Edible Vegetables
Abstract: Untreated industrial waste discharges emitted into the environment have a negative impact on all components of the ecosystem, especially the soil properties. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effects of heavy metal concentrations present in asphalt plant discharges on the soil properties, photosynthetic activities and agromorphology of the vegetable plants. Soil samples used for the experiment were collected from Federal University of Technology Owerri Botanical Garden. The …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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A Noteworthy Role of Green Chemistry in Routine Life
Abstract: Green chemistry is the innovative and rapid emerging branch of chemistry. The commencement of Green Chemistry is considered as a response to the need to reduce the damage of the environment by man - made materials and the processes used to produce them. Green chemistry could include anything from reducing waste to even disposing of waste in the correct manner. All chemical wastes should be disposed of in the best …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 14–17 Read article
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ROLE OF GREEN CHEMISTRY IN OUR DAILY LIFE
Abstract: Green chemistry is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the generation of hazardous substances. EPA's efforts to speed the adoption of this revolutionary and diverse discipline have led to significant environmental benefits, innovation and a strengthened economy. The beginning of green chemistry is considered as a response to the need to reduce the damage of the environment by man-made materials and the processes used to …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Study of Recyclable Thermoset Polymers Using Dynamic Covalent Bonds
Abstract: Thermoset polymers are widely used in advanced engineering applications due to their excellent mechanical strength, thermal resistance, and chemical stability. However, their permanent three-dimensional cross-linked networks make them traditionally non-recyclable, contributing significantly to polymer waste and environmental challenges. In recent years, dynamic covalent chemistry (DCC) has emerged as a transformative approach for designing recyclable thermoset materials by incorporating reversible and exchangeable bonds within their structure. This project focuses on the …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article