Protect the Water World: Water Pollution Treatment and Related Biotechnology - Selected Papers of 2024 International Conference on Environmental Protection and Pollution Control (EPPC 2024)

This book unveils the advancements in water pollution analysis and its biological treatment technology and provides valuable research and experience for engineers and scholars. On March 22, 2024, in the United Nations World Water Development Report, the theme of this year's conference, "Water for Promoting Prosperity and Peace," aligns with Global Water Partnerships' long-standing mission and vision of integrated water resources management. Currently, around half of the world's population faces severe water scarcity for at least part of the year, and a quarter of the global population experiences "extremely high" water stress. Meanwhile, global freshwater usage is growing at a rate slightly below 1% annually. Hence, the protection of water resources and pollution control, particularly the renewal and management of freshwater resources, deserve significant attention. Emerging pollutants of concern include per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), pharmaceuticals, hormones, industrial chemicals, detergents, cyanotoxins, and nanomaterials. High concentrations of antimicrobial agents have been found worldwide, originating from inadequately treated household wastewater, livestock, and aquaculture. Biological treatment technology for water pollution uses microorganisms to break down pollutants into harmless or less toxic substances, becoming an important means of addressing water pollution. Its advantages lie in low cost, adaptability, and the ability to effectively treat various organic pollutants, including hydrocarbons, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides. However, the effectiveness of this technology depends on the selection of appropriate microbial strains and the optimization of treatment conditions (such as temperature, pH, and nutrients). In the aspect of water pollution analysis, accurate detection of the types and concentrations of pollutants is a prerequisite for management and remediation. Modern instruments, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), can identify and quantify trace pollutants in complex water bodies. Additionally, new-generation sensing technologies and biological detection tools, like DNA microarrays and gene sequencing technologies, enable rapid detection of specific pollutants and reveal microbial community responses to pollutants. These technologies can effectively target and treat heavy industrial and chemical pollution, thereby protecting water environmental safety. This book aims to facilitate the exchange of scientific information among scholars from leading universities, research centers, and high-tech enterprises around the world. This book is highly beneficial to scholars, engineers, and researchers in the fields of environmental engineering and water pollution.

List of contents

The Trend and the Influencing Factors of Pan Evaporation in China for Long Time Series.- Calculation of Carbon Emission from Prefabricated Girders of Bridge Engineering and Low Carbon Strategy Research.- Progress and Future Perspectives of Biochar on Environmental Sustainability.- Metal-organic framework derived Co-based porous carbon for water purification.- Research Progress on the Treatment Technology of High-Concentration Organic Wastewater.- Changes of Hydrochemical Characteristics of Reservoir Water under the Influence of Saline Groundwater.- The Impact of Microplastic Pollution on the Reproduction and Development of Marine Fish: A Case Study of Zebrafish.- Study on Enhanced Biological Filtration of Sedimentation Effluent.- Research on Waste Treatment Method for Cutting Fluid and Its Application.- Chemical Characteristics and Genesis Analysis of Groundwater in Dongting Lake Plain.- A New Model of Spray Deposition Distribution of Canopy in the Greenhouse under Air-Assisted Application.- Study on the Physicochemical Properties of Biochar from Different Raw Materials and Its Adsorption of Cadmium in Water.- Research Progress of Heterogeneous Photocatalysts in Wastewater Treatment.

About the author

Prof. Varenyam Achal is a distinguished figure in environmental science and engineering, serving as a Tenured Professor and Deputy Dean of Undergraduate Studies at Guangdong Technion – Israel Institute of Technology (GTIIT), Shantou. Prior to joining GTIIT, he was professor at East China Normal University, Shanghai. Graduating with a PhD in environmental engineering in 2010, he has dedicated his career to pioneering research in environmental remediation and bio-based building materials, driving sustainability initiatives. Leading numerous projects, including those funded by NSFC, Prof. Achal has contributed extensively to scholarly literature, with over 100 journal articles, two books, and two patents to his name. He is serving as associate editor for journal Frontiers in Marine Sciences and is in editorial board of journals International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation and Environmental Technology. His global recognition is highlighted by his listing among the top 2% of most-cited scientists by Stanford University.
Professor Dr Ahmad Zuhairi Abdullah received his PhD in in chemical engineering in 2004. He was the Deputy Dean (2010-2018) and Dean (2022-2024) at the School of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia. He is a registered Professional Technologist at Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT), a Fellow Member of Akademi Sains Malaysia and Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM), and a Life member of the Malaysian Oil Scientists and Technologists’ Association (MOSTA). His research works mostly involve the use of ordered porous catalytic materials in oleochemical reactions, renewable energy, waste treatment, and waste valorization. He has more than 300 refereed publications in journals and book/book chapters mainly as the main author. He is often invited to share his research experience at various international conferences held in Malaysia, Laos, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Pakistan, The Philippines, and PR China. In addition, he is an evaluator for research proposals from different ministries/agencies locally as well as from several international scientific bodies in the USA, Oman, Qatar, Kazakhstan, and Chile. He is also an expert panel of the Department of Environment Malaysia for the evaluation of Environmental Impact Assessment reports for various proposed commercial projects related to petrochemical complexes, paper mills, metal smelting, chemical, lead-acid battery recycling plants, etc. He is one of the recipients of the Top Research Scientists Malaysia (TRSM) award in 2014. His h-index (Scopus) currently stands at 65 with more than 14,000 citations.
Dr. Razif Harun is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). He earned his PhD from Monash University, Australia, and specializes in microalgae bioprospecting, biochemical engineering, and renewable energy. His research focuses on sustainable technology development, particularly in biofuel production, wastewater treatment, and high value-added bioproducts. With over 100 publications in international peer-reviewed journals, 50 conference papers, 8 book chapters, three copyrights, and two patents, he has made significant contributions to the field. Dr. Harun has secured numerous research grants and consultancy projects from government and private sectors, both locally and internationally, collaborating with institutions, industries, and policymakers to drive sustainable solutions in bioresource utilization. His work continues to advance environmental sustainability and green technology, positioning him as a key figure in the global effort toward renewable energy development.

Summary

This book unveils the advancements in water pollution analysis and its biological treatment technology and provides valuable research and experience for engineers and scholars. On March 22, 2024, in the United Nations World Water Development Report, the theme of this year's conference, "Water for Promoting Prosperity and Peace," aligns with Global Water Partnerships' long-standing mission and vision of integrated water resources management. Currently, around half of the world's population faces severe water scarcity for at least part of the year, and a quarter of the global population experiences "extremely high" water stress. Meanwhile, global freshwater usage is growing at a rate slightly below 1% annually. Hence, the protection of water resources and pollution control, particularly the renewal and management of freshwater resources, deserve significant attention. Emerging pollutants of concern include per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), pharmaceuticals, hormones, industrial chemicals, detergents, cyanotoxins, and nanomaterials. High concentrations of antimicrobial agents have been found worldwide, originating from inadequately treated household wastewater, livestock, and aquaculture. Biological treatment technology for water pollution uses microorganisms to break down pollutants into harmless or less toxic substances, becoming an important means of addressing water pollution. Its advantages lie in low cost, adaptability, and the ability to effectively treat various organic pollutants, including hydrocarbons, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides. However, the effectiveness of this technology depends on the selection of appropriate microbial strains and the optimization of treatment conditions (such as temperature, pH, and nutrients). In the aspect of water pollution analysis, accurate detection of the types and concentrations of pollutants is a prerequisite for management and remediation. Modern instruments, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), can identify and quantify trace pollutants in complex water bodies. Additionally, new-generation sensing technologies and biological detection tools, like DNA microarrays and gene sequencing technologies, enable rapid detection of specific pollutants and reveal microbial community responses to pollutants. These technologies can effectively target and treat heavy industrial and chemical pollution, thereby protecting water environmental safety. This book aims to facilitate the exchange of scientific information among scholars from leading universities, research centers, and high-tech enterprises around the world. This book is highly beneficial to scholars, engineers, and researchers in the fields of environmental engineering and water pollution.

Product details

• Assisted by: Ahmad Zuhairi Abdullah (Editor), Varenyam Achal (Editor), Mohd Razif Harun (Editor), Ahmad Zuhairi Abdullah (Editor)
• Publisher: Springer, Berlin
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 08.06.2025
• EAN: 9783031921223
• ISBN: 978-3-0-3192122-3
• No. of pages: 312
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 21 mm x 235 mm
• Weight: 596 g
• Illustrations: XII, 312 p. 124 illus., 111 illus. in color.
• Series: Environmental Science and Engineering
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences; Umweltchemie, Umweltwissenschaften, Umwelttechnik, Hydrologie und die Hydrosphäre, Water, Water Management, Pollution, Water pollution, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology, Chemical pollution, Pollution analysis, Biological treatment technology