Books in the Issues in Environmental Science and Technology series

Fracking - hydraulic fracturing of porous rock to enhance the extraction of fossil fuels - was first attempted in the mid-20th century, but has only recently been adopted as a viable source of hydrocarbons. This volume in the Issues series examines the technology, and its potential environmental implications.

This book places incineration in the context of other waste disposal options and examines the relative benefits and environmental impacts in a balanced way.

The science behind the legislative and practical issues of the regulation of chemicals in the environment.

This readable and factually detailed book will have wide appeal but will be of particular interest to environmental scientists, industrial managers, policy-makers and students.

Mass transportation has become central to the lifestyle of developed societies - but with what consequences for the environment and, ultimately, human health?

In this book, a group of experts contribute articles covering a wide range of topics relevant to sustainable water.

This new edition provides an updated overview of waste management across the world including new chapters on current issues in recycling and waste management.

The wide-ranging subjects addressed in this book will contribute to the public understanding of science in this important area.

This comprehensive book discusses some of the more controversial issues associated with the field including: nanoparticles in the environment, occupational exposure, toxicological properties, human health issues and safety.

Comprehensive and highly topical, this book will make a strong contribution to scientific knowledge in the area, and will be of value to scientists and policy-makers in particular.

This book gives a unique and valuable compilation of information on an extremely important group of environmental pollutants.

This book provides a vital source of material for those involved in the field, whether as student, industrialist, consultant, or government agency with responsibility in this area

This comprehensive volume examines the environmental impact made by agriculture in the 21st Century, looking forward to the future with the lessons of the past.

An up-to-date review of the scale of the electronic waste problem, the impact of recent legislation, current and future methods for treatment, recycling and disposal.

Reports on methods of capturing and storing CO2 from major sources to reduce the levels emitted to the atmosphere by human activities.

This book discusses marine pathogens, pollution and toxic algal blooms and their impact on coastal ecosystems and human health.

Investigating how the hazardous chemical alternatives are selected, this book is essential reading for industrialists as well as academics, postgraduate students and policy makers.