Municipal Waste Management Policies and Strategies

This book comprehensively describes the complex technologies now available for the sustainable management of municipal waste, and the economic and policy implications of their implementation. It combines varied perspectives from the field of environmental engineering, offering readers an interdisciplinary approach to environmentally sustainable waste management strategies. Featuring contributions from experts around the globe, the book presents a diverse array of insights, experiences and innovations in municipal solid waste management. This global perspective enhances the richness of the content and broadens the understanding of the reader of this difficult and complex issue. By integrating case studies, practical achievements and conceptual frameworks, this book serves as both a reference and a guide to practical and theoretical aspects of the field. The book is essential reading for higher-level postgraduate students and professionals interested in pollution control, waste management, environmental science, environmental management and sustainability, providing them with advanced practical concepts and empirical analyses.

Prof. Dr Sanjeev Kumar Is a Professor in Lovely Professional University Punjab India. He received his undergraduate degree in Hotel Management from Osmania University, and his postgraduate in Tourism Management from Madurai Kamaraj University. He completed his PhD in Hospitality Management in 2019 from Amity University Jaipur India. His research area lies in the food service industry, with a focus on alcoholic beverages, event management and sustainable management practices, metaverse, machine learning and artificial intelligence. He has published more than 80 research papers, articles and chapters in Scopus-indexed, UGC-approved and peer-reviewed journals and books. Dr Kumar participated and acted as resource person and session chair in various national and international conferences, seminars, research workshops and industry talks and his work has been widely cited. Dr Kumar also edited more than 20 books with various international publishers such as IGI Global, Cambridge Scholars, Emerald, Bentham Science, Taylor & Francis. He has been a reviewer of various national and international journals and also delivers guest lectures at academic conferences and faculty development programmes.

Dr Mohammad Badruddoza Talukder is an Associate Professor and Chairman of the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management at IUBAT, Dhaka. With over 16 years of academic and industry experience, he holds a PhD in Hotel Management from Lovely Professional University, India. His research focuses on AI, IoT, smart tourism and sustainable hospitality. He has authored 130+ publications with over 41,000 reads and 800+ citations. Dr Talukder serves as editor for IGI Global, Emerald, CABI and others, and has co-edited several books on technology-driven tourism. He is ranked #1 in Tourism and Hospitality at IUBAT and among the top 2% of researchers in Bangladesh (AD Scientific Index 2025). He regularly speaks at global conferences and collaborates internationally. He is also an Executive Member of the Tourism Educators Association of Bangladesh and an Honorary Facilitator at the Tourism Board's training institute.

A.K. Haghi, PhD, is a retired professor and has written, co-written, edited or co-edited more than 1000 publications, including books, book chapters, and papers in refereed journals with over 4000 citations. He is an Honorary Research Associate (HRA) at the Chemistry Centre, University of Coimbra, Portugal. He is the Founder and former Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Chemoinformatics and Chemical Engineering and Polymers Research Journal. He has acted as an editorial board member of many international journals.

Dr Amrik Singh is a distinguished academician, researcher, and global educator recognized for his outstanding contributions to higher education, hospitality management, and interdisciplinary research. Serving as a Professor and Head, he has established himself as a leading scholar with a strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and research-driven education. His inclusion among the Top 2% Scientists globally by Stanford University, USA that reflects the international impact and scholarly significance of his research contributions across diverse domains. Recently Dr Amrik Singh also listed among Top 5% Scientists globally by SciRank Global Scientific Index. Further with a Ph.D. and an extensive academic career, Dr Singh has published more than 180 Scopus-indexed research papers in reputed national and international journals. His research interests encompass hospitality and tourism management, sustainability, artificial intelligence applications, digital transformation, education, consumer behavior, and emerging interdisciplinary studies. Through his scholarly work, he has significantly contributed to advancing knowledge and promoting innovative research practices within academia and industry. Dr Singh is also widely recognized as an accomplished editor and author. He has edited numerous scholarly books and contributed chapters to internationally published volumes, fostering academic dialogue on contemporary global challenges and emerging trends. His editorial expertise and dedication to quality research have earned him recognition among peers, researchers, and academic institutions worldwide. As an educator, Dr Amrik Singh is deeply admired for his student-centered teaching approach, mentorship, and dedication to nurturing future scholars and professionals. His excellence in teaching and academic leadership has been acknowledged through several prestigious honors, including the Best Teacher Award, Best Researcher Award, and Best Hospitality Educator Award. These accolades highlight his continuous efforts to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical industry applications. In addition to his institutional responsibilities, Dr Singh serves as an Adjunct Professor in Cyprus, strengthening international academic collaborations and contributing to global knowledge exchange.

Dr. Mohammad Badrudozza Talukder is an Associate Professor at the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management, IUBAT, Dhaka, Bangladesh. He holds a PhD in Tourism and Hospitality from Lovely Professional University, India. His research expertise includes Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain, smart tourism, and sustainability. He has authored and edited several academic books with top publishers like Emerald, CABI, and Bentham Science. His upcoming titles focus on the future of digital tourism and smart destinations. Dr. Talukder has published widely in national and international journals and is regularly invited to chair sessions at global conferences, including SDGH-2024. He is an active contributor to scholarly platforms such as LinkedIn and ResearchGate, advocating for technology-driven, inclusive, and eco-conscious tourism development.