Ecological Problems Caused by Coal Mining and Processing with Suggestions for Remediation

Ecological Problems Caused by Coal Mining and Processing with Suggestions for Remediation
Author: Mikhail Ya Shpirt
Publisher: Millpress Science Publishers
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2006
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Coal mining, preparation and combustion cause detrimental effects to the environment. The main causes are examined in this book and suggestions for the reduction of these detrimental effects are suggested. Procedures for calculations of amounts of green house gases (CO2 and CH4) while mining and combustion of solid fuels in comparison with liquid and gaseous ones are proposed, taking into account other countries performances. An evaluation of residual solid waste from coal mining and preparation and processing is made together with suggestions for their utilization or for more appropriate disposal methods. An assessment of the behaviour of trace elements contained in the coal during their processing and methods for calculations of the quantities of the ecological hazardous compounds formed from these trace elements are also presented.

Coal

Coal
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 183
Release: 2007-12-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 030911022X

Coal will continue to provide a major portion of energy requirements in the United States for at least the next several decades. It is imperative that accurate information describing the amount, location, and quality of the coal resources and reserves be available to fulfill energy needs. It is also important that the United States extract its coal resources efficiently, safely, and in an environmentally responsible manner. A renewed focus on federal support for coal-related research, coordinated across agencies and with the active participation of the states and industrial sector, is a critical element for each of these requirements. Coal focuses on the research and development needs and priorities in the areas of coal resource and reserve assessments, coal mining and processing, transportation of coal and coal products, and coal utilization.

Pollution Prevention and Abatement Handbook, 1998

Pollution Prevention and Abatement Handbook, 1998
Author:
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Total Pages: 474
Release: 1999
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780821336380

"Originally developed to help staff, clients, and consultants prepare and implement operations supported by the Bank Group, this Handbook updates and replaces the Environmental Guidelines issued in 1988 and reflects changes both in technology and in pollution management policies and practices. It focuses attention on the environmental and economic benefits of preventing pollution and emphasizes cleaner production and good management techniques."--BOOK JACKET.

Assessment, Restoration and Reclamation of Mining Influenced Soils

Assessment, Restoration and Reclamation of Mining Influenced Soils
Author: Jaume Bech
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2017-09-09
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128097299

Assessment, Restoration and Reclamation of Mining Influenced Soils covers processes operating in the environment as a result of mining activity, including the whole spectra of negative effects of anthropopressure and the environment, from changes in soil chemistry, changes in soil physical properties, geomechanical disturbances, and mine water discharges. Mining activity and its waste are an environmental concern. Knowledge of the fate of potentially harmful elements and their effect on plants and the food chain, and ultimately on human health, is still being understood. Therefore, there is a need for better knowledge on the origin, distribution, and management of mine waste on a global level. This book provides information on hazard assessment and remediation of the disturbed environment, including stabilization of contaminated soils and phytoremediation, and will help scientists and public authorities formulate answers to the daily challenges related to the restoration of contaminated land. - Provides a thorough overview of the processes operating on mining-devastated areas, as well as origin, distribution, and deactivation of harmful elements - Includes outcomes and recommendations of the Global Mining Initiative that are widely regarded as the code of conduct in the minerals industry - Contains global case studies that elucidate various aspects of assessment and restoration of mine-contaminated land

Annual Report

Annual Report
Author: United States. Federal Emergency Management Agency
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1983
Genre: Civil defense
ISBN:

Environmental Impacts of Mining Activities

Environmental Impacts of Mining Activities
Author: Jose M. Azcue
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3642598919

Since the mining industry is still expanding, comprehensive information on the effects of mining activities on the environment is needed. This book provides information on biological and physico-chemical treatments of mining effluents, on factors affecting human health and on environmental effects that have to be taken into account by the mining industry when aiming for sustainable development of their industry. Further regulatory guidelines and legislation relevant to the decommissioning of mining sites are reviewed. Mining industry, consulting companies, and governmental agencies alike will find a wealth of valuable information in this book.

Value-Added Biocomposites

Value-Added Biocomposites
Author: Malinee Sriariyanun
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 459
Release: 2021-09-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000454932

Value-Added Biocomposites: Technology, Innovation, and Opportunity explores advances in research, processing, manufacturing, and novel applications of biocomposites. It describes the current market situation, commercial competition, and societal and economic impacts and advantages of substituting biocomposites for conventional composites, including natural fibers and bioplastics. FEATURES Discusses manufacturing and processing procedures that focus on improving physical, mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and biological properties and achieving required specifications of downstream industries and customers Analyzes the wide range of available base materials and fillers of biocomposites and bioplastics in terms of the strength and weaknesses of materials and economic potential in the market Displays special and unique properties of biocomposites in different market sectors Showcases the insight of expert scientists and engineers with first-hand experience working with biocomposites across various industries Covers environmental factors, life cycle assessment, and waste recovery Combining technical, economic, and environmental topics, this work provides researchers, advanced students, and industry professionals a holistic overview of the value that biocomposites add across a variety of engineering applications and how to balance research and development with practical results.

Spatial Modeling and Assessment of Environmental Contaminants

Spatial Modeling and Assessment of Environmental Contaminants
Author: Pravat Kumar Shit
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 718
Release: 2021-02-05
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030634221

This book demonstrates the measurement, monitoring and mapping of environmental contaminants in soil & sediment, surface & groundwater and atmosphere. This book explores state-of-art techniques based on methodological and modeling in modern geospatial techniques specifically focusing on the recent trends in data mining techniques and robust modeling. It also presents modifications of and improvements to existing control technologies for remediation of environmental contaminants. In addition, it includes three separate sections on contaminants, risk assessment and remediation of different existing and emerging pollutants. It covers major topics such as: Radioactive Wastes, Solid and Hazardous Wastes, Heavy Metal Contaminants, Arsenic Contaminants, Microplastic Pollution, Microbiology of Soil and Sediments, Soil Salinity and Sodicity, Aquatic Ecotoxicity Assessment, Fluoride Contamination, Hydrochemistry, Geochemistry, Indoor Pollution and Human Health aspects. The content of this book will be of interest to researchers, professionals, and policymakers whose work involves environmental contaminants and related solutions.

The Role of Environmental NGOs: Russian Challenges, American Lessons

The Role of Environmental NGOs: Russian Challenges, American Lessons
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2002-01-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0309076188

An NRC committee was established to work with a Russian counterpart group in conducting a workshop in Moscow on the effectiveness of Russian environmental NGOs in environmental decision-making and prepared proceedings of this workshop, highlighting the successes and difficulties faced by NGOs in Russia and the United States.

Environmental Impacts of Coal Mining & Utilization

Environmental Impacts of Coal Mining & Utilization
Author: M.J. Chadwick
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1483286304

As coal is considered as a substitute for other fuels, more serious attention is being given to the environmental impacts of the whole coal fuel cycle: mining, transport, storage, combustion and conversion. This volume presents an up-to-date account of these environmental impacts and the recent developments to combat and control them. A feature of the book is the way in which it discusses not only the experience and developments in North America and Western Europe but also presents much information made available for this study on the developments in the socialist countries of Eastern Europe.