Waste: A Handbook for Management

Gives the broadest, most complete coverage of waste in our society. The book examines a wide range of waste streams, including:

- Household waste (compostable material, paper, glass, textiles, household chemicals, plastic, water, and e-waste)

- Industrial waste (metals, building materials, tires, medical, batteries, hazardous mining, and nuclear)

- Societal waste (ocean, military, and space)

- The future of landfills and incinerators

Covering all the issues related to waste in one volume helps lead to comparisons, synergistic solutions, and a more informed society. In addition, the book offers the best ways of managing waste problems through recycling, incineration, landfill, and other processes.

- Co-author Daniel Vallero interviewed on NBC's Today show for a segment on recycling

- Scientific and non-biased overviews will assist scientists, technicians, engineers, and government leaders

- Covers all main types of waste, including household, industrial, and societal

- Strong focus on management and recycling provides solutions