Solid waste management and minimization approaches in Faculty of Technology-University of Sri Jayewardenepura – Sri Lanka

As environmental issues become more pressing, waste minimization and utilization have become crucial concerns for society. Waste minimization seeks to decrease the amount of waste generated, while waste utilization involves repurposing waste for practical uses. This article thoroughly examines waste minimization strategies and waste utilization technologies, including recycling, composting, and energy recovery. Additionally, it highlights …

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Introduction of Cleaner Production and Sustainable Development Goals

Cleaner production (CP) is a proactive strategy to reduce waste, emissions, and resource usage. This strategy seeks to boost output, save expenses, and enhance environmental performance, all supporting sustainable growth. Using cleaner production methods can assist in achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, which include lowering poverty, promoting sustainable consumption …

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Fabric waste recycling in the Global context

The waste left over from old clothing and textiles usually ends up in landfills where it is usually landfilled or burned. These disposal techniques not only harm the environment but also waste a lot of precious resources. A significant disposal issue has been brought on by the textile industry’s vast volume of textile waste production. …

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Environmental Remediation Techniques for Contaminated Sites

This review article comprehensively overviews the various remediation techniques available for contaminated sites. Contaminated sites pose a significant risk to the environment and human health, and it is essential to remediate these sites to minimize the potential harm caused by pollutants. The article covers various remediation techniques, including physical, chemical, and biological methods. Overall, this …

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Development of an organic fertilizer instant-cube with pest repellent efficacy (FERTIPEST)

Besides the conventional organic fertilizer production for agricultural purposes, an instant organic fertilizercube with pest repellent efficacy is designed. Optimization of the organic fertilizer absorbing time for the farming crop is achieved as a mixture of several ingredients. In this new method, organic fertilizer develops by using several food wastes and readily available plant leaves …

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