Biological processes and techniques for waste processing and management

Biological Processes and Techniques in Zero Waste Management covers the many biological aspects that can be utilized for the treatment and management of waste generated from various industries to achieve zero waste. Diverse studies from around the world demonstrate the scalability of these approaches.

Techniques for the treatment of industrial, plastic, electronic, and nuclear waste are discussed in dedicated chapters. The book also includes advanced tools and technologies in biotechnology and bioengineering for the treatment of waste, along with a discussion on guidelines, regulations, policies, and laws for zero waste treatment and management.

In Biological Processes and Techniques in Zero Waste Management, readers will find information on:

• Ways that traditional disposal practices such as landfilling, open dumping, and incineration contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, resource depletion, and ecological degradation
• Strategies to minimize waste generation as well as recover, recycle, and repurpose materials in ways that create environmental, economic, and social value
• New approaches to product design, consumption patterns, supply chains, and waste management infrastructures
• How bioconversion, thermochemical processing, chemical recycling, and advanced separation technologies can convert waste into biofuels, bioplastics, fertilizers, renewable energy, and high-value chemicals
• Microbial valorization of organic waste and bio-based industrial raw materials

Biological Processes and Techniques in Zero Waste Management is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders seeking to advance scientific understanding, design policy interventions, and implement practical waste-to-resource projects.

Preface vi

Part I Basic Biological Sources, Tools, and Techniques 1

1 Microbes: Basic Tools and Techniques for Valorization of Waste 3
2 Waste Valorization: A Raw Material Source for Industry 19
3 Instrumentation and Control Systems for Biological Valorization of Waste 39

Part II Processes and Techniques for Valorization of Different Wastes and Achieving Zero Waste 67

4 Bioprocess Techniques: A Profitable Industrial Approaches to Achieve Zero Waste 69
5 Biological Processes and Techniques for Valorization of Household Wastes 83
6 Scientific Approach for Valorization of Industrial Waste 99
7 Biological Techniques for Treatment of Biomedical Wastes and Wastewater 113
8 Valorization of Agricultural Wastes: Biological Processes and Techniques 137
9 Biological Methods and Techniques for Plastic Waste Valorization 147
10 Biological Approaches to the Valorization of Nuclear Wastes 169

Part III Advanced Tools and Techniques to Achieve Zero Waste 189

11 In Silico Tool and Techniques Supporting Waste Treatment 191
12 Cluster and Consortia Development for Treatment of Waste 215
13 Genetically Engineered Microorganisms for the Treatment of Waste 233

Part IV Guidelines, Policies, and Laws 261

14 Waste Management Rules and Regulations 263

Index 283