Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
"Practical Environmental Bioremediation" condenses the available knowledge on environmental bioremediation and presents the necessary technical aspects and concepts in language that can be readily comprehended by the general public, the technical student, and the aspiring newcomer to this exciting natural cleanup technique. This updated and expanded second edition can be used effectively in teaching a thorough short-couse in Bioremediation Basics and has been written and reviewed for clarity and readability.
-- Actual site closures and new case histories are provided to illustrate and amplify understanding of specific applications
-- Whole new chapters added to cover new developments in designing the Bioremediation Laboratory, Lagoon Bioremediation, In Situ Acquifer and Vadose Zone Bioremediation
-- New material available from authors' professional experience, technology transfer conferences, and the current technical literature
-- Techniques for remediation of chlorinated solvents and mixed waste included
Synopsis
Bioremediation, or enhanced microbiological treatment, of environments contaminated with a variety of organic and inorganic compounds is one of the most effective innovative technologies to come around this century Practical Environmental Bioremediation: The Field Guide presents updated material, case histories and many instructive illustrations to reflect the evolving image of this fast-emerging industry.
Bioremediation technology has witnessed great strides towards simplifying treatability formats, finding new approaches to field application, more potent nutrient formulations, monitoring protocols and the resulting general improvement in results. This new guide condenses all current available knowledge and presents necessary technical aspects and concepts in language that can be readily comprehended by the technical student, experienced scientist or engineer, the aspiring newcomer, or anyone else interested in this exciting natural cleanup technique.