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44 articles for “Chemical waste degradation”
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Sustainable Waste Management through Polymer Recycling: A Review of Business Model and Managerial Innovation
Abstract: Plastic and other polymeric materials have transformed modern life by providing durability, versatility, and cost-effective solutions across industries such as packaging, healthcare, construction, and transportation. However, their extensive use and improper disposal have created significant environmental concerns, including plastic pollution, landfill accumulation, and marine ecosystem degradation. This review synthesizes existing literature on polymer recycling with a focus on business-model innovation and managerial practices that can support sustainable waste management at …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 155–166 Read article
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Environmental and Toxicological Implications of Dyes: A Mini Review
Abstract: Synthetic dyes are extensively used in industries – such as textiles, leather, paper, and food processing – due to their vibrant colors and high chemical stability. However, the large-scale release of dye-containing wastewater has become a significant environmental and health concern. Owing to their complex chemical structures, most synthetic dyes are highly resistant to biodegradation, resulting in their long-term persistence in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Their accumulation in water bodies …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 70–77 Read article
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Recycling Waste Clothes for a Greener Future
Abstract: The exponential development of fashion and textile industries around the world largely increase, the production of waste cloth has grown by a steep rate, presenting serious environmental issues in terms of landfill garbage, greenhouse gas emissions and waste depletion. Millions of tons of textiles are disposed of every year, and the recycling of waste cloth has become one of the critical solutions to a circular economy in the process of …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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CdS-Based Photocatalytic Nanostructures: A Promising Material for Various Environmental Applications
Abstract: Modern technological and industrial progress has significantly increased the use of chemicals in product development, leading to greater contamination of water sources by conventional pollutants (such as organic dyes and heavy metals) and harmful microorganisms. Wastewater treatment processes now reveal “emerging pollutants,” including pharmaceuticals, endocrine disruptors, and agricultural chemicals. Certain emerging pollutants, though harmless in some cases, can pose serious risks to various organisms. To address this, researchers are exploring …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–53 Read article
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Design and Implementation of Lightweight Polymer-Based Drone System for Targeted Agricultural Spraying
Abstract: Agriculture has entered a new era of innovation, with drone technology emerging as a key tool in pesticide and fertilizer application. Unlike conventional methods that expose farmers to hazardous chemicals resulting in health issues such as skin disorders, neurological impairments, and in extreme cases, fatal illnesses drone-based spraying offers a safer and more efficient alternative. In India, the adoption of this technology is accelerating due to its ability to reduce …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 476–486 Read article
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Studies on Waste Water Treatment in Three Phase Semifluidized Bed Bioreactors: Computer Aided Analysis and Software Development
Abstract: Design and performance analysis of three phase semifluidized biofilm reactors for aerobic treatment of industrial effluents have been attempted. Bioconversion processes that follow Monod-type kinetics and those following Haldane-Andrews kinetics (involving substrate inhibition to microbial growth) have been considered as typical cases. The bioreactor has been modelled mathematically by solving performance equations separately for the packed section and for the fluidized section, considering dispersed flow in both of these sections, …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Power Generation from Kitchen and Industrial Waste Water using Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs) with Graphite Cathode and Anode
Abstract: Degradation of fossil fuels and increased accumulation of waste water has become the major issue in the world over decades. Microbial fuel cells are one such advancement that makes use of renewable waste sources like dhobi ghats, pond water, domestic kitchen waste water and industrial waste water; and directly convert it into electricity. Microbial fuel cells are electrochemical cells that directly convert chemical energy into electrical energy using microorganisms as …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Review on role of lime on soil acidity and soil chemical properties
Abstract: One of the chemical soil degradation difficulties which affect soil production in the Ethiopian highlands is due to soil acidity. These review efforts to put together soil acidity concept, causes extent and management practices. Soil acidity is the problem of agricultural activities in Ethiopian highlands or cultivated lands and is getting an increase. To adjust acid soils and increase yields of crops of their choices farmers need simple and supportable …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Production of liquid fuel from waste plastic using batch catalytic pyrolysis process
Abstract: Waste polystyrene from households and retailing shops are recognized to be the major sources of environmental problem. On the other hand, it represents a source of energy and valuable chemical products. Pyrolysis as a technique of chemical recycling of waste plastic is as an environmentally and economically acceptable option for converting waste plastics into useful resources. In this study, the operating conditions studied were; temperature was varied from 430 to …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Inhibition of Quorum Sensing to Mitigate the Risks of Membrane Biofouling in Biological Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: Membrane-based systems play a pivotal role in various applications, providing efficient separation, purification, and filtration processes across diverse industries such as water purification and desalination. However, this system faces major challenge of membrane biofouling impacting the efficiency and sustainability of such systems. Biofouling occurs when various microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, etc. adheres to the surface of membrane and form biofilm which results in reducing membrane permeability and increasing its operational …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Stone Waste as a Soil Stabilizer
Abstract: The rapid expansion of construction, mining, and stone-processing industries has led to the large-scale generation of stone waste materials such as marble powder, granite slurry, quarry fines, and sandstone residues. The indiscriminate disposal of these wastes poses serious environmental concerns, including land degradation, dust pollution, and contamination of surface and groundwater resources. At the same time, weak and problematic soils continue to present major challenges in geotechnical engineering applications, particularly …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 71–77 Read article
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Ants in Ecosystems and Agriculture: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Nearly 60% of the world’s habitats are underutilized. And current agricultural practices are blamed for contributing to soil carbon depletion and biodiversity loss. Climate change, habitat fragmentation, and other challenges hinder species development, leading to projected shifts in species distribution. This calls for alternative management strategies. The organizational structure of social insects, especially ants, offers a model for improved ants account for half of all insect biomass. It plays an …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Environmental Impact of Leachate Pollution on Water Bodies- A Review
Abstract: Annual basis, over 1.34 billion people, including 0.51 billion children under the age of six, die as a result of consumption of contaminated food. According to both the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO), one in every eight people worldwide does not have access to safe, clean, clear potable drinking water, and the majority of people are forced to drink contaminated water containing potentially life-threatening …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 7–22 Read article
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Grey Water Treatment-A Biotechnology Approach using Indigenously Prepared Garbage Enzyme
Abstract: AbstractEnzymes are protein molecules that have catalytic function indispensable to maintenance and activity of life. Chemical reactions occur in living organisms. Garbage enzyme is the solution to recover our ozone layer and lower the global temperature. In garbage enzyme production ozone gas is generated which reduce CO2 in the atmosphere and also helpto purify the cloud and become white colour, due to reflection from the sea in the sky looks …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Pond Ash as a Partial Replacement of Sand as Subbase Material for Concrete Paver Block Hardstand sustaining storage of Bulk Cargo
Abstract: This work presents an industrial waste-derived subbase material that can take the place of conventional granular material for subbase in hardstand foundation construction. This industrial waste hugely deposited in the ash lagoons namely Pond Ash (PA) which is globally generated at an amount of 780 Metric Tons from thermal power plants annually ,as foundation material for hardstand construction, will not only help the cause of residual waste disposal problems but …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 32–45 Read article
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Analysis of Thermoelectric Generator for Automotive Exhaust Energy Recovery
Abstract: Utilizing waste heat from thermodynamic systems has shown to be a successful tactic for reducing environmental emissions and improving overall energy efficiency. About 40% of the chemical energy generated during fuel combustion is rejected by exhaust gases in internal combustion engines. It is possible to increase vehicle fuel efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions by harvesting this otherwise lost heat energy and turning it into useable electrical power. A viable …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 21–33 Read article
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Degradation of Building Materials by Corrosive Pollutants
Abstract: Fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) is used for the corrosion suppression of reinforced concrete structures (RCS). One of the main issues with reinforced concrete constructions is corrosion. It interacts with acids, alkalis and salts to produce disintegration in building materials components. Pollutants and effluents speed up disbanding inside and outside reinforced structures. Bio-wastes come in contact of building materials to develop miro and macro-organism and these organisms release acid substances to …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Recycling of Waste Generator Oils by Different Treatment Methods
Abstract: Engine oils with wide range of viscosities are used to lubricate an engine’s moving parts in different industrial units. Used engine oils are considered hazardous wastes because of their high content of pollutant ,thermal degradation products from the base oil and additives and combustion products from fuel and lubricant. The used oil still contains a large proportion of valuable base oil that may be used to formulate new lubricants if …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 103–115 Read article
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Synthesis of Photocatalytic Biomimetic Nanocomposite for Enhanced Water Purification
Abstract: Abstract Clean and drinkable water is a critical necessity for all human and economic developments; unfortunately, millions of people do not have access to potable water, resulting in the death of over two million children every year. Over the past decade, emphasis has been placed on the synthesis and design of photocatalytic nanocomposites to enhance the chemical degradation of organic pollutants as a cost effective vehicle for clean water production. …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Degradation of Phenol, an Innovative Biological Approach
Abstract: A bacterial strain capable of utilizing phenol as a sole carbon source was isolated from the soil samples, collected at a vicinity of industrial wastewater treatment plant of phenol manufacturing unit. Based on the biochemical tests and 16S rRNA sequencing results the organism was identified as Serratia marcescens. The organism is capable of degrading the highly toxic phenolic compound to an optimum concentration of 2500 mgL-1 in 120 h at …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article