Water Management - Social and Technological Perspectives (Hardcover)

Exponential growth in population and improved standards of living demand increasing amount of freshwater and are putting serious strain on the quantity of naturally available freshwater worldwide. Water Management: Social and Technological Perspectives discusses developments in energy-efficient water production, management, wastewater treatment, and social and political aspects related to water management and re-use of treated water. It features a scientific and technological perspective to meeting current and future needs, discussing such technologies as membrane separation using reverse osmosis, the use of nanoparticles for adsorption of impurities from wastewater, and the use of thermal methods for desalination. The book also discusses increasing the efficiency of water usage in industrial, agricultural, and domestic applications to ensure a sustainable system of water production, usage, and recycling. With 30 chapters authored by internationally renowned experts, this work offers readers a comprehensive view of both social and technological outlooks to help solve this global issue.

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Green Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Release date:	October 2018
First published:	2019
Editors:	Iqbal M. Mujtaba • Thokozani Majozi • Mutiu Kolade Amosa
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 40mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	592
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-06724-0
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Management of land & natural resources Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Energy industries & utilities > Water industries Books > Professional & Technical > Environmental engineering & technology > Sanitary & municipal engineering > Water supply & treatment > General Promotions
LSN:	1-138-06724-5
Barcode:	9781138067240

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