Environmental and Health Impact of Solid Waste Management Activities [Paperback]

Royal Society of Chemistry (Author), R M Harrison (Editor), R E Hester (Editor), Paul T Williams (Contributor), Kit Strange (Contributor), Toni L Gladding (Contributor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0854042857 | ISBN-13: 978-0854042852 | Publication Date: January 2003 | Edition: 1

Solid waste management issues are highly sensitive topics. Disposal costs need to be balanced against environmental impact, which often results in heated public debate. Disposal options such as incineration and landfill, while unpopular with both the public and environmental pressure groups, do not pose the same environmental and health risks as, for example, recycling plants. This book, written by international experts, discusses the various waste disposal options that are available (landfill, incineration, composting, recycling) and then reviews their impact on the environment, and particularly on human health. Comprehensive and highly topical, Environmental and Health Impact of Solid Waste Management Activities will make a strong contribution to scientific knowledge in the area, and particularly on human health.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Highly recommended for all those interested in an unbiased assessment of the health effects of waste management facilities.

About the Author

Ronald E Hester is at the University of York, UK Roy M Harrison OBE is at the University of Birmingham, UK

Product Details

• Paperback: 220 pages
• Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry; 1 edition (January 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0854042857
• ISBN-13: 978-0854042852
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,276,186 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)