
Sustainable Waste Management Practices in Developing Countries
S.K. Singh(Author)
Delve Publishing
Published on 31. August 2025
Book
Hardback
413 pages
978-1-77956-423-8 (ISBN)
Description
Developing countries face unique challenges in managing waste sustainably due to rapid urbanization and limited resources. This book explores strategies for waste segregation, recycling, and resource recovery, emphasizing community engagement and policy frameworks. It highlights innovative technologies and successful case studies that demonstrate sustainable practices in diverse contexts. This book is an essential resource for environmental professionals, policymakers, and students working on sustainable development and public health.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Canada
Publishing group
Arcler Press
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Library binding
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-77956-423-8 (9781779564238)
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Person
Prof. S. K. Singh is the Vice Chancellor of Rajasthan Technical University Kota and a former Professor & Dean at Delhi Technological University. He has a distinguished academic background, with a Ph.D. from BITS Pilani, M. Tech. from IIT BHU Varanasi, and B.E. from Gorakhpur University. He has over 35 years of experience in teaching, research, administration, and consultancy. Prof. Singh has published over 266 research papers, authored 10 books, and received 3 patents in the field of Environmental Engineering. He has guided 12 Ph.D. students and around 80 M.Tech theses. Prof. Singh has held various positions of responsibility, including Director of WAPCOS Limited and Head of Environmental Engineering Department at Delhi Technological University. He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to environmental conservation and protection. Prof. Singh has served on expert panels and committees for tasks such as evaluating projects, determining polluting industries, and selecting faculty members. He is also a member of various boards and governing bodies in prestigious institutions as well as a fellow of several professional bodies.
Content
Chapter 1 Sustainable Waste Management in Argentina
Chapter 2 Sustainable Solid Waste Management in Bangladesh
Chapter 3 Solid Waste Management in Cambodia
Chapter 4 Municipal Solid Waste Management and Treatment in China
Chapter 5 Sustainable Pathways for Solid Waste Management in Ghana
Chapter 6 Waste Management Under the Legal Framework in India
Chapter 7 Waste Management Challenges in Malaysia
Chapter 8 Status of Waste Management in Myanmar
Chapter 9 Solid Waste Management Practices in Pakistan
Chapter 10 Waste Management in the Philippines
Chapter 2 Sustainable Solid Waste Management in Bangladesh
Chapter 3 Solid Waste Management in Cambodia
Chapter 4 Municipal Solid Waste Management and Treatment in China
Chapter 5 Sustainable Pathways for Solid Waste Management in Ghana
Chapter 6 Waste Management Under the Legal Framework in India
Chapter 7 Waste Management Challenges in Malaysia
Chapter 8 Status of Waste Management in Myanmar
Chapter 9 Solid Waste Management Practices in Pakistan
Chapter 10 Waste Management in the Philippines