“…The shake flask method consists on dissolution of a pre-determined amount of the test substance in the test medium to yield a concentration of 5-40 mg/l dissolved organic carbon (DOC). Five flasks, at least, should be used: two for the test suspension, two for the blank and one for procedure control. …”

“…The biodegradation process is monitored by determination of DOC, Dissolved Organic Carbon, (or COD, Chemical Oxygen Demand) in filtered samples, taken at daily or other time intervals. …”

“…This white paper includes a section on the role of natural gas and low-carbon gases in Brazilian clean energy transition…”

“…Biodegradability is calculated on the basis of BOD and supplemental chemical analysis, such as measurement of the dissolved organic carbon concentration, concentration of residual chemicals, etc. …”

“…Despite more than thirty years of high-level, global talks on climate change, we are still seeing carbon emissions rise dramatically. This edited volume, comprising leading and emerging scholars and climate activists from around the world, takes a critical look at what has gone wrong and what is to be done to create more decisive action. …”

“…Coverage included: - Preparation NiO catalyst on FeCrAl Subtrate Using Various Technique at Higher Oxidation Process - Electrochemical properties of carbon- supported metal nanoparticle prepared by electroplating methods - Fabrication of InGaN-Based Vertical Light Emitting Diodes Using Electroplating - Integration Of Electrografted Layers for the Metallization of Deep Through Silicon Vias - Biomass adsorbent for removal of toxic metal ions from electroplating industry wastewater - Resistant fungal biodiversity of electroplating effluent and their metal tolerance index - Experimental design and response surface analysis as available tools for statistical modeling and optimization of electrodeposition processes…”

“…Considering the information above, special issues on magnesium alloys are exposed in this book: casting technology; surface modification of some special Mg alloys; protective carbon coatings on magnesium alloys; fatigue cracking behaviors of cast magnesium alloys and also, magnesium alloys biocompatibility as degradable implant materials…”

“…Part II discusses sustainable management of dryland resources especially carbon sequestration under changing climate scenario. …”

“…Gasification is a thermochemical process used to produce syngas fuel (mainly hydrogen and carbon dioxide) from renewable (biomass) and conventional (coal) sources. …”

“…Interesting examples of simulation using various models dealing with carbon sequestration, ecosystem respiration, and soil landscape, etc. are demonstrated. …”

“…Although diesel vehicles are widely used all over the world due their innate high power output, adaptability, and affordability; the transport sector is a significant contributor to carbon dioxide, which is immensely accountable for global warming. …”

“…The utilisation of advanced materials and passive technologies in buildings would substantially reduce the energy demand and improve the environmental impact and carbon footprint of building stock worldwide.Materials for energy efficiency and thermal comfort in buildings critically reviews the advanced building materials applicable for improving the built environment…”

“…Asian and European countries have adopted different approaches to the conflicting priorities of economic growth and low carbon emissions. In this volume – based on the revised versions of papers presented at the 24th International Euro-Asia Research Conference held in 2019 – the contrasts between the schools of thought of each continent are explored thoroughly. …”

“…Environmental Citizenship is a key factor for sustainability, green transition, and cycle economy, as well as a low-carbon society. Environmental Citizenship has been an influential concept in many different arenas, including education. …”

“…It is not simply about fossil fuels and carbon footprints. We have come to the end of Economic Growth, Version 1.0, a world economy based on consumption and waste, where we lived beyond the means of our planet's ecosystems and sources.The Great Disruption offers a stark and unflinching look at the challenge humanity faces--yet also a deeply optimistic message. …”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…List of Contributors -- About the Guest Editor -- Preface to "Catalytic Removal of Volatile Organic Compounds" -- Non-Calorimetric Determination of the Adsorption Heat of Volatile Organic Compounds under Dynamic Conditions -- Catalytic Oxidation of Propene over Pd Catalysts Supported on CeO2, TiO2, Al2O3 and M/Al2O3 Oxides (M = Ce, Ti, Fe, Mn) -- Silica Supported Platinum Catalysts for Total Oxidation of the Polyaromatic Hydrocarbon Naphthalene: An Investigation of Metal Loading and Calcination Temperature -- Abatement of VOCs with Alternate Adsorption and Plasma-Assisted Regeneration: A Review -- Coupling Noble Metals and Carbon Supports in the Development of Combustion Catalysts for the Abatement of BTX Compounds in Air Streams -- Catalysts for the Decomposition of Diethylether -- The Role of Ozone in the Reaction Mechanism of a Bare Zeolite-Plasma Hybrid System Co-Al Mixed Oxides Prepared via LDH Route Using Microwaves or Ultrasound: Application for Catalytic Toluene Total Oxidation -- Oxygen Storage Capacity and Oxygen Mobility of Co-Mn-Mg-Al Mixed Oxides and Their Relation in the VOC Oxidation Reaction -- Utilization of Volatile Organic Compounds as an Alternative for Destructive Abatement -- Removal of Toluene over NaX Zeolite Exchanged with Cu2+ -- TiO2-Impregnated Porous Silica Tube and Its Application for Compact Air- and Water-Purification Units…”

“…In focus are solids with electronic properties governed by delocalized π-electrons. Although carbon-based materials of various shades have gained enormous interest in recent years, charge transfer salts are still paradigmatic in this field. …”

“…Korea has firm objectives to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, aiming to accelerate the clean energy transition of coal power plants. …”

“…These include tackling methane emissions, eliminating all non-emergency flaring, electrifying upstream facilities with low-emissions electricity, equipping oil and gas processes with carbon capture, utilisation and storage technologies, and expanding the use of hydrogen from low-emissions electrolysis in refineries. …”

“…Since the last review in 2016, Italy has raised its climate ambitions by aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050, and the country is on track to reach its 2030 targets for emissions reductions and energy efficiency. …”