Advancement in Solid Waste Management and Treatment

Sludge from water and wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste, and contamination of natural water resources have emerged as major problems in emerging nations. Urbanization, industrialization, population growth, and other human-caused phenomena are the main causes. One of the biggest obstacles to the environment's sustainable development is the rate at which solid waste is increasing. Unmanaged solid waste and sludge from wastewater and water treatment facilities may be the source of environmental issues and health risks. The book emphasizes the value of utilizing recycled materials while presenting innovative techniques and technological solutions to address the issues described above. The majority of developing nations are able to implement waste treatment technologies, such as composting, anaerobic digestion, plastic recycling, and the use of agricultural waste in construction, because they are affordable, environmentally friendly, and generate economic returns. The book's objective is to assist all those working in the world's top academic and research institutions who are engaged in teaching, research, and solid waste management, water, and wastewater treatment studies. Future researchers, scholars, scientists, and professionals in the domains of environmental science and engineering, as well as international and local authorities and policy makers in charge of the management of solid wastes and sludge, will find this book to be of immeasurable value. Universities throughout the world can create fresh prospectuses on environmentally friendly and sustainable waste and sludge management that connect to the book's theme. This book can be a very helpful resource for creating and managing initiatives for recycling and trash reuse.

Dr. Izharul Haq is an Assistant Professor at Dr. B. Lal Institute of Biotechnology, Jaipur, India. He had worked as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India. He obtained his PhD. in Microbiology from CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow, India. He is working on liquid and solid waste management through microorganisms and their toxicity evaluation. Dr. Haq has 62 publications with h index of 18 and > 1400 citations.

Dr. Ajay S. Kalamdhad is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. He is widely recognized for his pioneering work in environmental engineering, particularly in the areas of solid waste management. His research interests encompass a wide range of topics within environmental engineering, focusing on sustainable waste management practices. His work includes studying mechanical composting and vermicomposting techniques, anaerobic digestion processes, and the analysis of solid wastes. Additionally, Dr. Kalamdhad investigates the microbiology of composting, biosorption, and methods for water and wastewater treatment.

His research is integral to developing effective and sustainable solutions for environmental conservation and waste management. Dr. Kalamdhad’s research has significantly contributed to advancing sustainable practices in waste management and environmental conservation. His work not only influences academia but also impacts policy and industry practices. Dr. Ajay S. Kalamdhad has an extensive publication record, with over 250 articles published in renowned journals and conferences, both nationally and internationally. His research contributions have significantly enriched the field of environmental engineering, particularly in the areas of waste management and environmental conservation.

Dr. Meena Khwairakpam is an Associate Professor in the School of Agro and Rural Technology at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. Her expertise lies in the field of agro-technology, with a focus on sanitation,
solid waste management, and vermitechnology. Her work aims to develop sustainable solutions for waste management and improve sanitation practices, particularly in rural areas. Dr. Khwairakpam’s expertise in vermitechnology, the use of earthworms for waste processing, contributes to the development of eco-friendly waste management strategies. Her research has a significant impact on promoting environmental sustainability and improving public health. Dr. Khwairakpam’s contributions are instrumental in shaping the discourse on waste management and sustainability.