Treatise on Sustainability Science and Engineering
Author | : I.S. Jawahir |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 337 |
Release | : 2013-07-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789400762299 |
ISBN-13 | : 9400762291 |
Rating | : 4/5 (99 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This book is aimed at providing a comprehensive overview of recent developments in sustainability science and engineering. The book focuses on principles and practices and presents 18 interwoven chapters on four major themes: design for sustainability; sustainability metrics and analysis; sustainable energy; and sustainable supply/value. Significant, state-of-the-art work, methodologies, practices and plans are presented by researchers, technology developers and industry leaders. Topics discussed include: life cycle assessment; product end-of-life options; practical approaches to sustainability; environmental footprint assessment; biofuels; and sustainable supply chain management.