There is a pressing global issue of waste and its multi-fold impact on society, the environment, and the economy.
This comprehensive guide details the extensive applications of nanotechnologies as a promising solution, presenting a structured examination of how these technological advancements contribute to substantial waste reduction and more efficient waste management processes. Furthermore, the book explores emerging trends, offering readers a well-rounded view and preparing them for future advancements in nanotechnology and sustainable waste management, thereby ensuring continued relevance and utility in the evolving technological landscape.
Written by an authority figure in the applications of nanotechnologies, this book is suitable for a global audience, and is a valuable resource for individuals, policymakers, and stakeholders across various countries
Table des matières
- Introduction
- Where Is All the Waste Coming from?
- Where Is All the Waste Going?
- Environmental, Societal, and Economic Impact of Waste
- Novel Nanomaterials and Their Importance
- Application Areas of Nanotechnology
- Enabling Technologies, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, and Societal Implications of Nanotechnology
- Nanotechnology for Waste Reduction and Prevention
- Nanotechnology in Recycling and Waste Treatment
- Nanotechnology for Monitoring and Managing Waste
- Nanotechnology for Environmental Protection and Resource Recovery
- Challenges in Implementing Nanotechnology Solutions
- Pathways Forward: Advancing Nanotechnology for a Sustainable Future
A propos de l’auteur
Michael Berger is the Founder of Nanowerk LLC and since 2005, editor of the company’s popular nanotechnology website nanowerk.com. Michael received master degrees from New York University and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. He has lived and worked in Munich, New York, London, Hong Kong, Honolulu and Berlin. He is an Advisory Board member at Inter Nano, a project of the National Nanomanufacturing Network. Michael is author of three books by the Royal Society of Chemistry: Nano-Society: Pushing the Boundaries of Technology, Nanotechnology: The Future is Tiny, and Nanoengineering: The Skills and Tools Making Technology Invisible.
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