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ID: 64115
Title: Bioremediation potential of Macrophytes in Jakkur Wetland
Author: P.Sudarshan, M.K.Mahesh and T.V.Ramachandra
Editor: Prof.D.S.Bhargava and Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 39 (7) July 19 page.594-601
Subject: Bioremediation potential of Macrophytes in Jakkur Wetland
Keywords: Macrophytes, Bengaluru, Jakkur Lake, Heavy metal
Abstract: Aquatic macrophytes are important components of wetland ecosystems as they help in the uptake of nutrients and hence help in maintaining the chemical integrity of the respective ecosystem. These plants mobilize mineral elements from the bottom sediments and provide shelter to aquatic macro invertebrates and fishes. The current study investigates the diversity, biomass, nutrient and metal uptake potential following the standard protocol. Polygonum glabrum and Typha angustata had higher biomass at both inlet and outlets. Carbon content was higher in Typha angustata, nitrogen and phosphorus was highest in Spirodela polyrhiza in the outlet. Cadmium concentration was within normal range with Alternanathera philoxeroides and Pistia stratiotes accumulating highest in inlet and outlet. Typha angustata in inlet had copper concentration in critical range whereas in outlet all species had normal range with Ludwigia sp the highest. Lead, zinc, nickel and chromium were in higher concentration in Typha angustatathan other species in inlet. Nickel was above normal range in Typha angustata in inlet and in all species in outlet. In the outlet Typha angustata was above normal range in Typha angustata in inlet and in all species in outlet. In the Outlet Typha angustata (lead), Pistia stratiotes (zinc and nickel) and Alternanthera philoxeroides (chromium) had higher concentrations. Thus the study highlighted the remediation potential of macrophytes from Jakkur Lake.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Cowardin, L.M., et al.1979.Classification of wetlands and deepwater habitats of the united States, Washington, D.C.U.S. Department of the interior ,U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Cronk, J.K and M.S. Fennessy.2001.Wetland plants: Biology and ecology.CRC Press.
Literature cited 2: Sudarshan, P., M.K. Mahesh and T.V. Ramachandra .2017.Macrophytes of Bangalore wetlands. ENVIS technical report 126.Energy and wetlands Research Group, CES, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. Schallenberg, M. and E.Waite.2004.Survey of aquatic macrophytes in lake Waihola, summer 2002-2003.Limnology report no.9.Department of Zoology, University of Otago.

ID: 64114
Title: Contemporary Condition of Physico-Chemical Properties and Heavy metal contamination in Groundwater by Tannery activities, Ambur, Vellore District
Author: S.Vasanthan and A. Murugesan
Editor: Prof.D.S.Bhargava and Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 39 (7) July 19 page.587-593
Subject: Contemporary Condition of Physico-Chemical Properties and Heavy metal contamination in Groundwater by Tannery activities, Ambur, Vellore District
Keywords: Heavy metals, Tannery activities, Groundwater quality, Ambur, Vellore district
Abstract: This study was focused to reveal the physic-chemical characteristics and the presence of heavy metals in groundwater samples. This research was done at the site of the tanneries, Ambur taluk in Vellore district Tamil Nadu, estimates the pollution indices and risk assessment to assess s the rightness of groundwater for human consumption. The knowledge focused physic-chemical parameter and heavy metals, like lead, chromium, copper and zinc contamination on groundwater samples. Flame atomic absorption spectrometer (AAS) technique was used to assess the heavy metals concentration. The analytical results showed that chromium concentration is significantly higher in groundwater samples at the site of the tannery locality. Also lead (Pb), copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn) metals strength was found to be slightly high in groundwater at the site of the tannery areas. The calculated pollution indices, namely contamination index (CI) and index of environmental risk (IER) for the heavy metals propose that majority of the studied groundwater samples are in the highly contaminated zone. All physical and chemical parameters within the limits and metals contamination in groundwater is answerable for the maintenance of harmfulness in farming crops and domestic uses.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Del Mar Lopez, T.T.M. Aide and J.R. Thomlinson.2001.J.Human Eng., 30:49-54. Syrlybekkyzy, S., et a l.2014.Oriental J. Chemistry .30 ():1631-1638.
Literature cited 2: Bollikolla, H. etal.2016.Oriental J. Chemistry .32 (4): 2275-2282. Rahaman, A., et al., 2016.J.Anal.Chem., 7 (12): 880.

ID: 64113
Title: Role of International Instruments on Environmental Protection
Author: G.Subhalakshmi
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.580-584
Subject: Role of International Instruments on Environmental Protection
Keywords: Environmental protection, Sustainable development, WTO, TRIPS, Legislation, Impact
Abstract: In the present global scenario, people have become more snobbish, sophisticated and self-centric showing least interest in their surroundings. Men stated making wealth, exploiting all natural resources around him, sans thinking about future generations. By this, the environment started degrading and has led to the current noxius atmosphere. And with the advent of science and technology, growth in population, urbanization and agricultural development, the traditional concern towards environment and ecology started eroding twisting the development process in to a threat to environmental protection. And this gained much importance and has amplified the concept of sustainable development. There exists a plethora of legislation enacted by the Indian legislature in-line with the international instruments, affixing commitment towards the environment. The World Trade Organization and TRIPS has played a significant role in fixing responsibility on the governments, preserving and protecting the environment. This work aims to bring out the magnitude of transformation, effectiveness and efficiency, the international instruments have brought into the Indian soil. By discussing the relevant international instruments, their objectives and provisions and the respective interface with the Indian legislation, the author intends to bring out an interesting, insightful analysis on the role played by these authorities to preserve and protect the environment.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Bhagwati, P.N.1996.Sustianble development and environment: Emerging trends and issues. Indian J.Int.Law.38:57-74. Pandey Sachidanand vs State of West Bengal.1987.AIRSC 1109.
Literature cited 2: https://www.wto.org/English/docs_e/legal_e/04-wto_e.htm. https://www.fao.org/docrep/v7850e/v785oe03a.htm.

ID: 64112
Title: Delineation of Groundwater potential zones of Velpula-Vempalli Area
Author: V. Sunitha and S. Silva Prasad Reddy
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.573-579
Subject: Delineation of Groundwater potential zones of Velpula-Vempalli Area
Keywords: Delineation, Groundwater potential zones, Velpula Vempalli area, Y.S.R district
Abstract: An integrated survey based on satellite image interpretation corroborated with limited field check were carried cut with a view to delineating the groundwater potential of Velpula-Vempalli area, Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh falling in survey of India topo sheet no.57J/07.Under this study six thematic maps –lithological , structural, geomorpholoical, hydromorpholoical map, landuse-land cover map, lineament and lineament density map were prepared covering an area of about 3600 km2.The lithological and structural map constitutes the geological map. The geological map portrays the are being covered by peninsular gneissic complex comprising mainly granite gneisses and granitoids intruded by basic delorite dykes, faults and alignment of stream segments, tanks, topography, etc. The geomorphologic map depicts various landforms, such as denudational hill (DH) , residual hills (RH) , structural hills (SH), structural valley (SV) , intermontane valleys (IV) , pediment (PD), pediplain (PP) and flood plain. The area has been classified into high potential, moderate potential, low potential and non potential for ground–water development on the basis of hydromorphological studies. Some of the favourable locations have been suggested to impound the excessive runoff so as to augment the groundwater resources of the area.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Waikar, M.L. and Aditya P.Nilawar.2014.Identification of groundwater potential zone using remote sensing and GIS technique. Int. J. Innovative Res. In Sci.Eng. and Tech., 3 (5):12163-12174. Sunitha,V. J.Abdullah Khan and M.Ramakrishna Reddy.2012.Groundwater quality mapping in parts of Kadapa and Anantapur districts, A.P. using geographic information system.Int.J.Earth Sci.and Eng., 5 (4) :686-695.
Literature cited 2: Sunitha, V.J. Abdullah Khan and B. Muralidhara Reddy.2013.Fluoride contamination in groundwater in and around Badvel, Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. Indian J. Advances in Chem. Sci., 2 (1): 78-82. Karanth, K.R.1987.Ground water assessment development and management .McGraw .Hill, New York.

ID: 64111
Title: Studies On Thermal Decomposition of Biomass Wastes of Sterculia foetida L Tree
Author: N.Vaishnavi and M.Pugazhvadivu
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.568-572
Subject: Studies On Thermal Decomposition of Biomass Wastes of Sterculia foetida
Keywords: Sterculia foetida tree waste, Empty fruit, Seed, Deoiled cake, TG and DTG, FTIR
Abstract: The present study aims to explore the physic-chemical and pyrolysis characteristics of biomass waste obtained from the Sterculia foetida L. tree. The biomass wastes investigated in this work include empty fruit bunch (SEFB), seed (SS) and de-oiled seed cake SDC) .The proximate compositions, elemental composition of the biomass wastes were measured. The pyrolysis behavior was investigated by thermo gravimetric analysis. The functional groups in the biomass wastes were measured using FTIR spectroscopy. The thermal decomposition studies showed that the empty fruit, seed and de-oiled seed cake obtained from Sterculia foetida L. can be used as feedstock for pyrolysis process.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Agarwal, A.K.2007.Biofuels (alcohols and biodiesel) :Applications as fuels for international combustion engines.Prog.Energy.33:233-271. Saidur, R., et al. 2011.A review on biomass as a fuel for boilers .Renew.Sust.Energy.Rev., 15: 2262-2289.
Literature cited 2: Kumar, A., et al.2008.Thermo gravimetric characterization of corn stover as gasification and pyrolysis feedstock. Biomass and Bioenergy.32: 460-467. Singh, Jasvinder and Sai Gu.2010.Biomass conversion to energy in India-A critique .Renew.Sust.Energy Rev., 14: 1367-1378.

ID: 64110
Title: Parametric Analysis and Thermodynamic Optimization of Organic Rankine Cycle for low grade waste Heat Recovery
Author: Suhas Upadhyaya and Veershetty Gumtapure
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.556-567
Subject: Biogenic Iron oxide nano particles as green Catalyst for reduction of Vat Red Dye
Keywords: Organic rankine cycle, Genetic algorithm, Parametric, Thermodynamic efficiency, Exergy, Pinch point.
Abstract: The system consists of a low temperature heat source coupled to an organic rankine cycle (ORC) system. The working fluids used are R245fa, R123, isobutene and R134a.The ORC model is developed in EES by adopting zero-dimensional energy and mass balance approach. A parameteric investigation has been carried out to study the impact of few thermodynamic parameters on the performance of the system. Genetic algorithm optimization technique is adopted to find the optimal parameters at which the system can be operated with maximum exergy effieciency. Maximum exergy efficiency of 45.53 % was obtained with R123 followed by R245 fa (44.98 %), isobutene (42.89%) and R134a (41.91 %).The optimal turbine inlet pressure for R245fa (44.98%), isobutene (42.89%) and R134a (41.91%).The optimal turbine inlet pressure for R245 a, R123, isobutene and R134a was 6.07 bar, 3.66 bar, 10.36 bar and 19.94 bar, respectively. Sensitivity analysis showed that he turbine inlet pressure has the highest sensitive degree with respect to all performance indicators when compared with other system parameters. Variation in pinch point temperature difference showed no impact on thermal efficiency. R245fa and R123 are better suited for low temperature ORC systems compared to R134a and isobutene due to their efficient system performance and low operating temperature and pressure.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: IEA.2014.Harnessing electricity’s potential. I. Energy Technology Perspective-ETP2014.International Energy Agency. Quoilin, Svlvain, etal.2013.Techno-economic survey of organic rankine cycle (ORC) systems. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews.22:168-186.
Literature cited 2: Delgado, Toreres.AM.and Rodriguez L. Garcia, 2010.Analysis and optimization of the low temperature solar organic rankinecycle (ORG) .Energy Conversion Mange, 51 (12): 2846-2856. Ziviani, Davide, Asfaw Beyene and Mauro Venturini. 2014.Advances and Challenges in ORC systems.

ID: 64109
Title: Biogenic Iron Oxide Nanoparrticles As Green catalyst for reduction of Vat Red Dye
Author: G. Jagathesan and P.Rajiv
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.551-555
Subject: Biogenic Iron oxide nano particles as green Catalyst for reduction of Vat Red Dye
Keywords: Iron oxide nanoparticles, Catalytic action, Red dye, Catalyst
Abstract: In this investigation, a simple and pollution free technique belonging to nano-biotechnology and green chemistry approach is adopted using a green catalyst for the sustainable environment in future. The biogenic Eichornia mediated iron oxide nanoparticles (EFeONPs) were used as a green catalyst for decolourization of vat red dye. The different parameters (dye concentration, dose of catalyst, pH and reaction time) were assessed for decolourization of vat red dye using EFeONPs. The 80-90 % dye removal was observed in optimum conditions (pH at 6.5, 20 ppm, 02 mg/100 mL and 50 min).FTIR analysis confirmed that he degradation of aromatic compounds from treated dye water using EFeONPs. The technique of decolouriaztion of vat red dye using phytogenic mediated green catalyst was safe and non-hazardous .EFeONPs exhibited excellent catalytic properties in the reduction of harmful dyes.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Zhang, W., et al., 2003.Kinetics, degradation pathway and reaction mechanism of advanced oxidation of 4-nitrophenol in water by a UV/H202 process.J.Chem.Tech.Biotech., 78:788-794. Rostami-Vartooni, A., M.Nastrollahzadeh and M.Alizadeh.2016.Green synthesis of seashell supported silver nanoparticles using Bunium persicum seeds extract: application of the particles for catalytic reduction of organic dyes.J.Colloid Interf.Sci., 470:268-275.
Literature cited 2: Manjari,G., et al.2017.Catalytic and recyclability properties of phytogenic copper oxide nanoparticles derived from Aglaia elaeagnoidea flower extract.J.Saudi Chem.Soc., 2: 610-618. Ostuni, E. etal.2001.Selective deposition of proteins and cells in arrays of microwells.Langmir.17:2828-2834.

ID: 64108
Title: Corporate Social Responsibility for sustainable development
Author: Archana Nath, Ritesh Kumar, Ajit Kumar Behura, Kanak Tara and Muniyan Sundararajan
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.545-550
Subject: Corporate Social Responsibility for sustainable development
Keywords: CSR, Sustainable development, Sustainability, Environment, Social and economic
Abstract: Corporate social responsibility (CSR) can be a good tool for sustainable development in the mining regions of the country. Like all processes of management, CSR has evolved over a period of time and now is the buzzword in the business fraternity. Though numerous definitions can be seen for this term the central meaning, however, remains the same and goes like ‘the impact that the businesses have on the society and in turn the expectations of the society from them. The companies nowadays seriously undertake corporate social responsibility activities as they feel their responsibility towards the society where it operates. This paper aims to have a close look at the community development initiatives of a few large-scale coal mining companies in India. With a few case studies, an attempt is being made to understand the term corporate social responsibility and its role in sustainable development. Case studies of a few coal mining companies, namely Eastern Coalfield Limited, Central Coalfield Limited and Northern Coalfield Limited have been considered here. These examples show how the businesses have realized their existence in economic, social and environmental terms and as such, they are equally showing their inclination for their environment and the society besides looking for the profit.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: United Nations.1987.Report of the World Commission on the Environment and Development. Retrieved from http://www.un-documents.net/our-common-future.pdf. Corporate Social Responsibility. Retrieved from http:www.businessdictionary.com/definition/coporate-social-responsibility.html).
Literature cited 2: What is CSR? Retrieved from https://www.unido.org/our-focus/advancing -economic competitiveness/competitive-trade-capacities-and-corporate-responsibility/corporate-social-responsibility-market-integration/what-csr. What is CSR?: Retrieved from http://ec.europa.en/growth/industry/corporate-social-responsibility_en.

ID: 64107
Title: Techno-Economic Renewable Power Solutions for Audio Recording Studio Laboratory in a Remote Education Institution
Author: W.Margaret Amutha, H.Caleb Andrew, A. Debie Shajie and M.Jennifer June
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.536-544
Subject: Techno-Economic Renewable Power Solutions for Audio Recording Studio Laboratory in a Remote Education Institution
Keywords: HOMER software, Hybrid renewable power, Audio recording studios, Grid extension, Energy efficiency
Abstract: This paper was intended towards evaluating the electricity availability, demand and alternate power solutions on the operation of a laboratory in a remote institution of India. Electricity access in the institution is currently inadequate. So the needs o the laboratory are met by conventional approaches, like diesel generators (DG). Battery, etc. Electricity becomes the source of CO2 emission, for instance when fossil fuels is combusted in power plants. Increasing consumption of conventional fossil fuel coupled with environmental degradation has led to the attention towards green energy sources. The purpose of this paper is to find the best hybrid renewable power combination from various renewable energy resources to satisfy the electrical needs of audio studio labs in Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences (KITS), Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore in the state of Tamil Nadu. Hybrid optimization model for electric renewable (HOMER) software is used to find out the finest technically, economically and environmentally viable renewable based energy efficient system. The solution obtained shows that a hybrid combination SPV/WES/battery sources can be cost effective, techno-economically viable sustainable and environmentally sound.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Li, Chun Hua, et al.2009.Dynamic modeling and sizing optimization of stand-alone photovoltaic power systems using hybrid energy storage technology. Renewable Energy.39:815-826. Markvart, T.1996.Sizing of hybrid photovoltaic wind energy systems. Solar Energy.57 (4) :277-281.
Literature cited 2: Shezan, S.K.A., Narottam Dash and Hasan Mahmudula .2016.Techno-economic analysis of a smart-grid hybrid renewable energy system for Brisbane of AAustralia.1st International Conference on Energy and Power , ICEP 2016.Procedings, Vol.110, pp 340-345. Shezan, S.K.A., et al.2016.Performance analysis of an off-grid win-PV (photovoltaic) –diesel-battery hybrid energy system feasible for remote areas. J. Cleaner Production.125:121-132.

ID: 64106
Title: Study on Sewage water treatment by Organic and Inorganic Coagulant
Author: S. Lalitha, K.Thileep Kumar, A.M. Shanmugaraj, R.A.Kalaivani and S.Raghu
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.531-535
Subject: Ambient air quality monitoring and modeling in Coimbatore city
Keywords: Sewage water, Polymeric coagulant, FeCl3, Ca (OH)2
Abstract: In the present study, we investigate the reduction of sludge in sewage water treatment using low cost chemicals method. The main objective of the sewage treatment process is to remove the various contaminants or pollutants, like solid, organic carbon, nutrients, inorganic salts, metals, pathogens, etc. The sewage water was treated using polymeric coagulant (cationic polymer) and inorganic salts, such as ferric chloride (FeCl3) and calcium hydroxide (Ca (OH) 2.Jar testing is employed at different pH and Coagulant and flocculent dosage. The supernatant layer of effluent was analyzed under various parameters, like biological oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), total dissolved solids (TDS), colour, odour and turbidity. From the results, it has been indicated that chemical coagulant treatment methods were very effective than polymeric coagulants from the quality of the reusable wastewater.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Applications of electrocoagulation in various wastewater and leachate treatment-A review. Raghu, C. and C. Ahmed Basha.2007.Chemical or electrochemical techniques followed by ion exchange for recycle or textile dye wastewater .J.Hazard.Mater. 149:324-330.
Literature cited 2: Jiang, Jia-Qian. The role of coagulation in water treatment. MATEC .2017.Applications of natural coagulants to treat wastewater-A review .MATEC web of Conferences.103:06016.

ID: 64105
Title: Ambient air quality monitoring and modeling in Coimbatore city
Author: S. Sadheesh and M. Kumar
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.524-530
Subject: Ambient air quality monitoring and modeling in Coimbatore city
Keywords: Air quality index, Monitoring, Modelling software such as CALINE-4 and ANN
Abstract: The atmosphere, which makes up the largest fraction of the biosphere, is a dynamic system that continuously absorbs a wide range of solids, liquids and gases from both natural and artificial sources. Therefore, the estimation of such gasesous air pollutants in the ambient air in the urban area of Coimbatore becomes important. In this study, it is proposed to perform the distribution of wind speed and direction at a particular location graphically using wind rose diagram. Sampling locations are selected based on vehicle density. The samples were collected and the concentrations of gaseous air pollutants were estimated, the results were compared with National Ambiennt Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).In addition to this, traffic survey was conducted in the selected locations to determine the density of vehicles. From the selected locations ambient air quality being monitored, from this monitoring data, artificial neural network (ANN) and CALINE-4 has to be created. Integrated sensor suite (ISS) was used to observe and record the meteorological parameters such as wind speed, wind direction, rainfall intensity, ambient temperature and relative humidity.ANN model has been used to predict the future air quality by giving the traffic as well as a meteorological parameter as an input. CALINE -4 models have been used to simulate the site specified dispersion of NOx along the roadways.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: TNP C.W.2010.Final action plan report for critically polluted area. Kurichi industrial cluster, Coimbatore. Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board. Banerjee, Tirthankar. 2011.Assessment of the ambient air quality at the integrated industrial estate-Pantnagar through the air quality index (AQI) and exceedance factor (EF). Asia –Pac. J. Chem. Eng., 6: 64-70.
Literature cited 2: Meenakshi and Elangovan, 2000.Assessment of ambient air quality monitoring and modeling in Coimbatore city. Gupta, Abhishek and K.W. David Cheong.2006.Physical characterization of particular matter and ambient meteorological parameters at different indoor-outdoor locations in Singapore. Department of Building, School of Design and Environment.

ID: 64104
Title: Behaviour and Attitude farmers pro-environmental: Confirmatory factor analysis
Author: Murniati, Gufran Darma Dirawan, Hamsu Abdul Gani and Nurita Pertiwi
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.516-523
Subject: Behaviour and Attitude farmers pro-environmental: Confirmatory factor analysis
Keywords: Agroecology, Chemical fertilizers and pesticides, Pests and diseases, Sustainable agriculture
Abstract: The most important goal in this study is to look at the most dominant factors that influence attitudes and behavior in using chemical fertilizers and pesticides by farmers. The study was in Maros Regency, South Sulawesi Province. The population in this study was the farming community; especially soybean farmers, the number of samples used was 200 respondents. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) is an analysis used in research with the IBM AMOS programme. From the results of study, it found that the habits of using chemical fertilizers and pesticides were still being carried out by farmers in farming, even though they had cultivated for generations. The action or behavior of this farmer’s culture is based on the desire of farmers to meet the needs, as well as the drive to achieve the maximum target for the quantity of products produced. Therefore, the use of chemical pesticides to eradicate pests will still use. Land processing behavior and affective attitudes of farmers are the most significant factors that influence the behavior and attitudes of farmers in determining their way of farming.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Pimental D. et al.1992.Environmental and economic costs of pesticide use. Biosci. 42 (10):750-760. Usama, M. and M.A. Khalid.2018.Fertilizer consumption in India and need for its balanced use: A review: Indian J.Env.Prot., 38 (7): 564-577.Retrieved from https: //www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2.s2.0-850523188664 & partner ID=40 & md5=a509bdb3e6e446537bd622112d8e0828.
Literature cited 2: Ware, G.W.1983.Pesticides .Theory and application. WH Freeman and Co. Wilson. and C.Tisdell.2011.Why farmers continue to use pesticides despite environmental, health and sustainability costs. Ecological Economics.39 (3): 449-462.

ID: 64103
Title: Effect of Diatomaceous Earth on the Growth and Physiological Criteria of Zea Mays L
Author: Rojali Maharana, Swati Sucharita Panda, Danda Srinivas Rao and Nabin Kumar Dhal
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.509-515
Subject: Effect of Diatomaceous Earth on the Growth and Physiological Criteria of Zea Mays L
Keywords: Diatomite, Growth performance, Mineral, Fertilizer, Mineralogical aspect, Nutrients
Abstract: Diatomaceous earth or diatomites is a sedimentary rock principally composed of the fossilized residue of single-celled aquatic algae. Diatomite is occurring in nature is porous, high surface area form of hydrous silica that is used in hundreds of goods used as a filter aid and as a mineral filter. However, its usage in agriculture is not universal. This experiment was carried out to characterize important physic-chemical properties of diatomite and its probable use as a growing media for plants. Mineralogical specifics, elemental mapping and semi-quantitative mineral chemistry on various phases were carried out by scanning electron microscope (SEM) attached with energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS).For this aim, a total six amendment levels 5, 10, 30, 40, 50 gm/kg of soil were used in triplicate. The outcome of this study have made known that diatomite is an effective amendment to enhance the morphological parameters. The effect of diatomite is time-dependent as it became more efficient while the experiment continued and increased in a sose-related manner. Hence, the study highlighted the fact that diatomites can be used as mineral fertilizer and enhances crop production.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Aksakal, E.L.I., I., Angin and T.Oztas.2013.Effects of diatomic on soil consistency limits and soil compatibility. Ctena., 101:157-163. Rocket, R. 2007.Down the farm? Yields, nutrients and soil quality.Scienceagogo.com
Literature cited 2: Sayadi, M.H. and M.R.Razaei.2014.Impact of landuse on the distribution of toxic metals in surface soils in Brijland city, Iran. Proc. Int. Aca. Eco. and Env. Sci., 4: 18-29. Sayadi, M.H. and M.R.G.Sayyed.2011.Variations in the heavy metal accumulations within the surface soils from the Chitgar industrial area of Tehran (Iran).Proc.Int.Aca.Eco.and Env.Sci. 1:36-46.

ID: 64102
Title: Low cost Adsorbent: Treated and Untreated Bael leaves Powder for the removal of Congo Red Dye
Author: Changdeo Ahilaji Kadam and Mazahar Farooqui
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.503-508
Subject: Low cost Adsorbent
Keywords: Low cost Adsorbent: Treated and Untreated Bael leaves Powder for the removal of Congo Red Dye
Abstract: The present work deals with the efficient removal of highly toxic congo red (CR) using eco-friendly plant biomass material obtained from easily available Bael tree (Aegle marmelos) part, that is bael leaves (BL)as an adsorbent. The potential of bael leaves powder for the removal of Congo red from aqueous solution was checked. The adsorption experiments were carried out in batch technique. It was found that the extent of CR adsorption by untreated and treated biomass increases with contact time, amount of adsorbent dose, temperature but decreases with increasing initial dye concentration, addition of alt and pH of the system. The bael leaves treated with 10 % formaldehyde showed efficient activity than untreated bael leaves. Our findings also showed that untreated and treated bael leaves showed most efficient adsorption at pH 4.On the basis of kinetic study, pseudo second order kinetics was the best for the adsorption of CR by bael leaves. Thermodynamic properties, like ΔGº, ΔSº and ΔHº was analysed, indicated spontaneous and exothermic nature of adsorption for bael leaves powder adsorbents. Adsorption of CR was also described by the Freundlich and Langmuir isotherm models.
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Title: Seasonal variation and enrichment of heavy metals in sediments of some local streams in Joda Area of Odisha and its impact on the environment
Author: A.Dash, B.Mishra and H.K.Das
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2019
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 38 (6) June 19 page.491-502
Subject: Seasonal variation and enrichment of heavy metals in sediments of some local streams in Joda Area of Odisha and its impact on the environment
Keywords: Heavy metal, Seasonal variation, Correlation, Geochemical parameters, Contamination, Pollution load, Natural weathering.
Abstract: In the present study, seasonal variation of heavy metals, such as Zn, Ni, Cu, Mn, Fe, Co, Cd, Cr and Pb in sediment samples of some local streams and Baitarani river in Joda area was assessed in Pre-monsoon, monsoon an post-monsoon periods during the year 2014-2016.Average values of these metals were 0.077, 0.106, 0.125, 2.119, 49.03, 0.07, 0.004, 0.284 and 0.08 mg/g, respectively. My content was high and FE content was very high and values of ISQG and USEPA in all sediment samples. Mostly, seasonal average of these heavy metals was maximum in post-monsoon period and minimum in monsoon period. A positive significant correlation between the metals Zn-Ni, Cu-Ni, Zn-Cu, Fe-Mn, Fe-Cr, Cr-Pb, Co-Cd, and Mn-Cr indicates their similar source input mostly related to point sources. Geochemical parameters, like CF, DC, PLI an Igeo were of highest value in post-monsoon period in most of the samples. The average CF values reveals that the contamination of the sediment samples was in the order Cd>Pb>Mn>Fe>Cr=Co>Cu>Ni>Zn. The mean PLI values were in the range of 1.88-3.068 showing heavy pollution load in sediments. On the basis of Igeo values, the sediments are uncontaminated with Zn and Ni; uncontaminated to moderately contaminated with Cu, Mn, Fe, Co and Cr; moderately contaminated with Pb (mean Igeo of 1.491) and moderate to heavily contaminated with Cu, Mn, Fe, Co and Cr; moderately contaminated with Pb (mean Igeo of 1.491) and moderate to heavily contaminated with respect to Cd (mean Igeo of 3.138).Along with the natural weathering process, mining and industrial effluents, overburden and waste dumps, domestic waste and sewage are the major sources of heavy metals in the water bodies and sediments in the study area. Further, the above-mentioned data indicate adverse effects on human population and fishes which was supported by the village level information and PHC data of the area.
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