Cyanobacterial Biofuel: A Platform for Green EnergyAbstract Cyanobacteria have great potential as a platform for biofuel production because of their fast growth, ability to fix CO2 gas, and genetic tractability. They also preserve the sustainability of an ecosystem without harming the environment. High-performance biofuels made from cy [...] 718 6508 |
Photocatalytic Degradation of Microplastics: Parameters Affecting Degradationby
Esther Mbuci Kinyua
,
George William Atwoki Nyakairu
,
Emmanuel Tebandeke
and
Oghenekaro Nelson Odume
Abstract Recently, microplastics have emerged as a major environmental pollutant and have been documented globally. Several studies have shown that microplastics can accumulate heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants as they pass through the environment due to their functional groups interacting with [...] 702 6416 |
Cultural Eutrophication Impacts on New River in Northern Belize: A Community Capitals Assessmentby
Kristin Drexler
and
Ed Boles
Abstract Watershed health and integrity are essential to human and ecosystem health and well-being. New River watershed communities in northern Belize, Central America are vulnerable to annual ‘cultural eutrophication’ - natural eutrophication exacerbated by human activity. Human-caused pollution from agricu [...] 11 137 |
The Importance of Responsible Electronic Waste Treatment for Sustainabilityby
Sami Goren
Abstract Waste production is experiencing a significant increase in correlation with the growth of the human population and industrial activities. The kind of waste that is expanding at a rapid rate is known as "e-waste," which stands for electronic waste. In the context of electronic waste, the te [...] 69 494 |
Phytoremediation: A Sustainable Approach to Combat Soil Salinityby
Rakesh Chandra Nainwal
,
Premchand Chaurasiya
,
Arun Kumar
,
Mohan Singh
,
Devendra Singh
and
Shri Krishna Tewari
Abstract Soil salinization is a significantconstraint affecting the productivity of agricultural land worldwide. This led to the abandoning of the production of farmcrops on colossalland. Soil salinity inversely affects seed germination and plant growth and influences the plant’s biological activities like p [...] 118 824 |
Human Health Impact of Municipal Solid Waste Mismanagement: A Reviewby
Ernesto de Titto
and
Atilio Savino
Abstract Management of municipal solid waste (MSW) is frequently not properly performed. Whenever this happens, those working in the different stages of the process, as well as residents close to the dumps, face health risks. Here, we revised the documented evidence of emissions liberated during MSW manageme [...] 109 931 |
Sustainable Hospital Waste Management Practices in the Western Province of Sri Lanka: Problems and ProspectsAbstract Ensuring the sustainability of hospital waste management practices has become a burning issue. Due to the growing population coinciding with rapid urbanization and industrialization, practicing sustainable methods of medical waste management is an urgent requirement. Like ot [...] 145 1196 |
Application of Simulation-Based Metrics to Improve the Daylight Performance of a Secondary School, An Approach for Green Building Designers and ArchitectsAbstract Visual comfort affects the quality of classrooms as well as student learning. A practice-oriented approach discovers how the gap between academic research and its application in building design can be addressed. Nevertheless, the physical characteristics design of daylighting systems, including wind [...] 210 1379 |
Estimating Inhaled Nitrogen Dioxide from the Human Biometric Responseby
Shisir Ruwali
,
Bharana Fernando
,
Shawhin Talebi
,
Lakitha Wijeratne
,
John Waczak
,
Prabuddha M. H. Madusanka
,
David J. Lary
,
John Sadler
,
Tatiana Lary
,
Matthew Lary
and
Adam Aker
Abstract Breathing clean air is crucial for maintaining good human health. The air we inhale can significantly impact our physical and mental well-being, influenced by parameters such as particulate matter and gases (e.g. carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen dioxide). Building on previous research t [...] 209 1249 |
Coliform Bacteria Contamination of Water Resources and Implications on Public Health in Fako Division, South West Region, CameroonAbstract Bacteriological contamination of water sources, often due to improper handling of human waste, poses significant public health risks. This study investigates coliform bacteria contamination in water sources across the Fako Division of Cameroon. Twenty water samples were collected from va [...] 257 1417 |
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