ID: 65620
Title: Salinity Concentrations Effectuate on the Distribution of the mangrove
Author: K. Anand Raju, Y. Satyanarayana and Ch. Ramakrishna
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 883-890 2022
Subject: Salinity Concentrations Effectuate on the Distribution of the mangrove
Keywords: Salinity, Meghadrigedda, Highest high tides, Lowest low tides
Abstract: Avicennia marina and Excoecaria agallocha L., Acanthus ilicifolius L., Sesuviumportula castrum L. and Suaeda nudiflora Moq were selected to identify the effect of salinity concentrations on plant growth and plant density, especially on dominant Avicennia marina species. These species in this area fall under three zones polyhaline, mesohaline and oligohaline; these zones were recognized based on salinity concentrations on monthly variations in the salinity concentrations of the creek waters during the highest high tide and lowest low tide times. Mangrove’s density changed according to salinity concentrations present in the area.
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Literature cited 1: Davis, J.H. 1940. The ecology and geologic role of mangroves in Florida. Carnegie Institution of Washington Publication no. 517. pp 303-412.
Macnae, W. 1969. A general account of the fauna and flora mangrove swamps and forests in the Indo-west-Pacific region. Adv. Marine Biol., 6:73-270. DOI:10.1016/s0065-2881(08)60438-1.
Literature cited 2: Lugo, A.E. and S.C. Snedaker. 1974. The ecology of mangroves. Annual Review Ecol. Systematics. 5(1):39-64.
Guilbault, N. 1978. Coastal vegetation (2nd edn). Pergamon Press, Oxford.
ID: 65619
Title: Willingness to Pay for the Conservation of Natural Vegetation in District Ziarat, Balochistan
Author: Amjad Khan, Syed Ainuddin, Ghulam Murtaza, Hashim Durrani and Kamran Naeem
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 876-882 2022
Subject: Willingness to Pay for the Conservation of Natural Vegetation in District Ziarat, Balochistan
Keywords: Vegetation, Conservation, Willingness to pay, Contingent valuation method, District Ziarat
Abstract: Ziarat Juniper forest is 2nd largest Juniperus excelsa forest in the world after 1st being the Juniper forest in California. It is the oldest juniper forest in the world having 2500-3500 years old trees. Sustainable management of natural vegetation is a challenging task. The objective of this paper was to investigate households’ willingness to pay (WTP) toward the conservation of natural vegetation through the contingent valuation method in district Ziarat and to examine contributing factors affecting WTP. Demand for conservation strategies decreases as payment bids increases. This study used the binary logistic model for estimation by using SPSS software. The results showed that willingness to pay was positively affected by education, urbanization, participation, livestock, visitors and environmental awareness, whereas land size has a negative effect on willingness to pay. The average WTP is Rs 263 ($1.65) per month per household. Total Rs 69640 ($437.98) per month can be collected for the conservation of natural vegetation in district Ziarat.
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Literature cited 1: Millennium, Ecosystem and Assessment. 2005. Ecosystems and human well-being : Framework for assessment. Island Press Washington D.C. Available at: http://www.who.int/entity/globalchange/ecosystems/ecosys.pdf.
FAO. 2004. Trade and sustainable forest management-Impacts and interactions. Available at: http://www.fao.org /docrep/007/aeo17e00.htm#TopOI page.
Literature cited 2: Geist, H.J. and E.F. Lambin. 2002. Proximate causes and underlying driving forces of tropical deforestation: Tropical forests are disappearing as the result of many pressures, both local and regional, acting in various combinations in different geographical locations. Biosci., 52(2):143-150. DOI: 10.1641/0006-3568(2002)052 [0143:PCAU DF]2.0.CO;2
Echevertia, C., et al. 2020. Spatially explicit models to analyze forest loss and fragmentation between 1976 and 2020 in Southern Chile. J. Ecol. Model. 2:439-449. DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolmodel.20 07.10.0145.
ID: 65618
Title: Green Remediation for the Removal of Mercury from Wastewater: A Review
Author: J. Kumar and L. D. Roy
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 857-862 2022
Subject: Green Remediation for the Removal of Mercury from Wastewater: A Review
Keywords: Bio-adsorbent, adsorption, heavy metals, mercury, biomass
Abstract: Heavy metals, like lead, mercury, zinc, copper and nickel, etc., play an inevitable role in industries. But their improper disposal and irrepressible release to environment are highly hazardous and toxic in nature. Once entered into human body, they can cause heart diseases, skin problems, cancer, mutation, anaemia, premature birth, abortions, behavioural problems, etc. Various methods were developed by the researchers to control the discharge of heavy metals in the open environment. Compared to conventional methods, removal of heavy metals from wastewater by adsorption is a green and cost-effective process. Bio-adsorbents are found to be very effective in the removal of heavy metals, like Pb, Cd, Ni, Cu, Hg, etc. Banana peels, tomato peels/seeds, pineapple peels, orange peels, kitchen waste, agriculture waste, etc., are widely used as bioadsorbents. Present review summarizes the types and recent advancements in the field of bioadsorbent for the removal of heavy metals especially mercury. Review indicates that advancements in technology play a significant role in the reduction of heavy metals from wastewater. However, most of the studies are limited to lab-scale only. Further suggestion has been discussed for the optimization of the adsorption efficiency of the biosorbent.
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Literature cited 1: Wang, G.Q., et al. 1997. Toxicity from water containing arsenic and fluoride in Xinjiang. Fluoride. 30: 81–84.
Gisbert, C., et al. 2003. A plant genetically modified that accumulates Pb is especially promising for phytoremediation. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Comm., 303: 440-445.
Literature cited 2: Mukhopadhyay, S. and S.K. Maiti. 2010. Phyto-remediation of metal mine waste. Appl. Ecol. Env. Res., 8: 207–222.
Babel, S. and T.P. Kurniawan. 2003. Various treatment technologies to remove arsenic and mercury from contaminated groundwater: an overview. First International Symposium on Southeast Asian water environment. Bangkok, Thailand.
ID: 65617
Title: Investigation of Groundwater Contamination due to Landfill Leachate
Author: M. Venkateshwarlu, K. Rajagopal, C. Obula Reddy and Y.S. Reddy
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 857-862 2022.
Subject: Investigation of Groundwater Contamination due to Landfill Leachate
Keywords: Groundwater, Leachate, Physico-chemical parameters, Solid waste, Drinking water, Hyderabad
Abstract: A comprehensive investigation is done to assess the effect of leachate generated from municipal solid waste dumping yard on groundwater quality by using physico-chemical parameters of groundwater in Jawaharnagar Mandal, Hyderabad, Telangana state. The groundwater samples were collected from bore wells, 2 km around the municipal solid waste dumping site and the physico-chemical analysis of the water samples was done. All major parameters, like pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids, turbidity, chemical oxygen demand, biological oxygen demand, acidity, alkalinity, major cations (calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium) and anions (chloride, nitrate, fluoride and sulphate) were determined for 20 samples and these values were compared with the standard values prescribed by Bureau of Indian Standard and World Health Organisation. The results indicate that the groundwater in this area is unfit for drinking and irrigation purposes. The study suggests the need for effective solid waste management to improve the quality of groundwater. The study also suggests periodical evaluation of the water quality parameters for better understanding of variation in water quality.
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Literature cited 1: Akinbile, C.O. and M.S. Yusuff. 2011. Environmental impact of leachate pollution on groundwater supplies in Akure, Nigeria. Int. J. Env. Sci. Develop., 2(1):81-86.
Christensen, J.B., et al. 1998.
Characterization of the dissolved organic carbon fraction in landfill leachate-polluted groundwater. Water Res., 32(1): 125-135.
Literature cited 2: WHO. 2006. Protecting goundwater for health: Managing the quality of drinking water sources. World Health Organization, Geneva.
APHA, AWWA, WPCF. 1989. Standard methods for the examination of water and wastewater (16th edn). American Public Health Association, Washington D.C.
ID: 65616
Title: Landslide Susceptibility Assessment Based on Information value Method in Tehri Dam Area
Author: Aneesah Rahaman, Brototi Biswas and Madha Suresh V
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 849-856 2022.
Subject: Landslide Susceptibility Assessment Based on Information value Method in Tehri Dam Area
Keywords: Information value, Geographical information system, Landslide, Susceptibility, Tehri dam
Abstract: The landslide susceptibility is the probability of occurrence of landslide in an area which is predicted based on the certain local condition of the terrain. There are number of landslide probability methodologies which have been used by researchers for last few years. The objective of this paper is to assess the landslide susceptibility in the part of the Tehri dam in the state of Uttrakhand, India. Total of 198 landslides have been recognized using world view-2 satellite image and Geological Survey of India (GSI). In this study five most important causative factors have been taken, such as slope, aspect, geology, drainage and landuse/ land cover. Remote sensing data and ancillary data have been used to prepare landslide inventory map and thematic layers for susceptibility zonation mapping. Slope, aspect and drainage maps have been derived from the ASTER DEM satellite data. Geology map has been taken from the Geological Survey of India. Landuse/ land cover map has been prepared using world view -2. Each causative factor was given weight on the basis of information value (IV) method. The IV method is statistics-based methodology which is used as a landslide probability technique. The final landslide susceptibility map was prepared by using the sum of each weighted value on the GIS platform. The result of this study was classified into five classes, such as very high, high, moderate, low and very low. The final map will be helpful for the local people, engineers and planner for mitigating the hazard and also demarcate the highly vulnerable and low vulnerable zones in the study area.
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Literature cited 1: Varnes, D.J. 1984. Landslide hzard zonation: A review of principles and practice. Natural Hazards, UNESCO, Paris.
Hutchinson, J.N. 1995. Landslide hazard assessment (keynote paper). In Landslides. Ed D. H. Bell. 6th International Symposium on Landslides, Christchurch (vol. 1), Balkema, Rotterdam. Proceeding, pp 1805-1841.
Literature cited 2: Brabb, E. E. 1984. Innovative approaches to landslide hazard mapping. 4th International Symposium on Landslides, Toronto. Proceedings, 1(1) : 307–324.
Anbalagan, R. 1992. Landslide hazard evaluation and zonation mapping in mountainous terrain. Eng. Geol., 32 : 269–277.
ID: 65615
Title: Effects of Nanoparticles in Plants: Future Decision Making Forecast Model for Heavy Metal Uptake
Author: Usha Subburaj and Arun Kumar
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 841-848 2022.
Subject: Effects of Nanoparticles in Plants: Future Decision Making Forecast Model for Heavy Metal Uptake
Keywords: Zinc, Copper, TiO2, Silver, Cadmium, heavy metal
Abstract: Agriculture is the primary source of all livelihoods. food crops are grown in different parts of the country depending upon the variations in soil, climate and cultivation practices. But the production of crops depends upon the suitability of soil, water and fertilizers. The contaminated soil and water affect the food crops and enter the food chain. Accumulation of heavy metals from different nanoparticles in plants through water could be found in various literature. In this paper, plants were analyzed for their edible parts only. The concentration levels of different heavy metals (Zn, Cu, Ti, Ag, Cd) were absorbed by nanoparticles in water from edible parts of plants. Effects of heavy metals in edible parts compared with permissible limits. A careful scrutiny indicates that different nanoparticle concentrations vary the uptaken of heavy metals for their edible parts. The present study was added to the existing data on heavy metals in nanoparticle uptake by plants and made a forecasting model for farmers’ decision-making process.
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Literature cited 1: Gada, A., et al. 2019. Phytotoxicity of nano-zinc oxide to tomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum L): Zn uptake, stress enzymes response and influence on non-enzymatic antioxidants in fruits. Env. Tech. Innovation. 14:100-325.
Tamez, C., et al. 2019. Uptake, transport and effects of nano-copper exposure in zucchini (Cucur-bita pepo). Sci. Total Env., 665:100-106.
Literature cited 2: Tamez, C., et al. 2019. Biochemical and physiological effects of copper compounds/nanoparticles on sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum). Sci. Total Env., 649:554-562.
Pullagurala, V.L.R., et al. 2018. Finding the conditions for the beneficial use of ZnO nanoparticles towards plants-A review. Env. Poll., 241:1175-1181.
ID: 65614
Title: Adsorptive Removal of Single and Double Azo Dyes by Pani-CuCl2 Composite- Isotherm, Thermo-dynamic and Kinetic Studies
Author: D. Anusha, T. Vimala and U.D. Lingeswari
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 831-839 2022.
Subject: Adsorptive Removal of Single and Double Azo Dyes by Pani-CuCl2 Composite- Isotherm, Thermo-dynamic and Kinetic Studies
Keywords: Adsorption, Kinetics, Thermodynamic study
Abstract: This research article aims to establish the equilibrium adsorption behaviour of reactive orange 107 and reactive black 5 from aqueous solutions onto 8% PANI-CuCl2. A batch process was adopted and the effects of different parameters, such as contact time, adsorbent dosage, adsorbate concentration and agitation speed on adsorption efficiency at pH 6.6 and 4.4, respectively under a constant temperature of 303 K were studied. The spontaneous and exothermic nature was exemplified by the thermodynamic study. 8% PANI-CuCl2 was characterized by FTIR and SEM. The equilibrium data were analysed using Langmuir, Freundlich and Temkin adsorption isotherm models. The adsorption can be best described by the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and Langmuir isotherm. The adsorbent is capable of decolourising the dye in considerable amount by simple exposure to sunlight.
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Literature cited 1: Oliveira, D.P., et al. 2006. Mutagenic compounds generated from the chlorination of disperse azo dyes and their presence in drinking water. Env. Sci. Tech., 40:6682-6689.
El Samrani, A.G., et al. 2008. Chemical coagulation of combined sewer overflow : Heavy metal removal and treatment optimization. Water Res., 42:951-960.
Literature cited 2: Verma, V.K., et al. 2008. Ion exchange during heavy metal biosorption from aqueous solution by dried biomass of macrophytes. Bioresour. Tech., 99:1932-1938.
Wu, C.H., et al. 2005. Decolourization of Amarnath by advanced oxidation processes. React. Kinet. Catal. Lett., 86:37-43.
ID: 65613
Title: Effect of Low-Cost Disinfection techniques for Infectious Biomedical Waste Contaminated Water
Author: E. Sarojini, B. Kamal, S.D. Anitha Selvasofia and S. Kanchana
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 823-830 2022.
Subject: Effect of Low-Cost Disinfection techniques for Infectious Biomedical Waste Contaminated Water
Keywords: Infectious biomedical waste, Lime, Neem (Azadirachta indica), Solar disinfection, kinetic study
Abstract: Waste management technologies are slowly streamlining through the proper technique of separation from the source, collection, right packaging, storage, safe transportation, disinfection, treatment and disposal that can prevent the environment. A numerous quantity of biodegradable clinical waste is burned for energy recuperation. All incineration-based technology, hydroclave, microwave, autoclave, etc., for the treatment of infectious biomedical waste (IBMW), is capital intensive and also costly to operate. Disposing of ash is a severe problem because the ash which is buried in the landfills leaches the area and causes extreme contamination to soil, water and species in the surrounding environment. Consequently, low price treatment alternatives are needed as an opportunity to control BMW. The study was carried out to treat the IBMW without inflicting any drastic results and to destroy pathogens effectively with the usage of alkaline solution and solar energy. Lime and neem (Azadirachta indica) leaf extracts have been tried as a disinfectant of pathogens in infectious biomedical waste. Solar strength has the potential to break pathogenic organisms of infectious biomedical waste and will be effectively utilized for disinfection purposes. The performances of all treatments have been analyzed through alkalinity COD and electric conductivity. The identity of the microorganism via gram staining technique, bio-assay, MPN values, morphological study and the presence of bacterial colonies have been determined using popular plate count method. The first-order kinetic model was derived from the biological parameters. The destruction of pathogens in infectious biomedical waste was achieved by 99% of microbes in 6 hr detention period by the combined effects of solar disinfection with a lime solution.
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Literature cited 1: Sadeghi, A. 2002. Evaluation, collection, transportation and disposal of mashhad’s hospital wastes. J. Env. Manage., 13: 223-246.
WHO/UNICEF. 2015. Water, sanitation and hygiene in health care facilities: Status in low and middle-income countries. World Health Organization, Geneva.
Literature cited 2: Glenn, M.C.R. and R. Garwal. 1999. Clinical waste in developing countries : An analysis with a case study of India and a critique of the basle-TWG guidelines.
Walker, B.L., and C.D. Cooper. 1992. Air pollution emission factors for medical waste incinerators. J. Air Waste Manage. Assoc., 42:784-791.
ID: 65612
Title: Investigation of Major ion Chemistry in Groundwater: A Case Study done in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Author: O. Amala, K. Vara Lakshmi, Anima Sunil Dadhich and M. Ramesh
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 813-822 2022.
Subject: Investigation of Major ion Chemistry in Groundwater: A Case Study done in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Keywords: Groundwater quality, Hydrochemical facies, Chloro-alkali indices
Abstract: To investigate the major ion chemistry in groundwater, a study was conducted in the coastal line of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. For this study, 24 groundwater samples were collected from bore wells in selected places along the coastal line of Visakhapatnam. Physical and chemical parameters, such as pH, EC, TDS, TH, TA, Ca+2, Mg+2, Na+, K+, Cl–, Br–, NO3–, SO4-2 were determined. Major ion ratios, such as Cl/(HCO3+CO3), Ca/Mg, Na/Cl and Cl/Br were calculated and results indicate the possibility of saltwater contamination. The hydrogeochemical facies were identified by using the piper trilinear diagram. The chloro-alkali indices of groundwater samples of the study area are negative indicating the ion exchange predominance in the study area. Gibbs plot representing the rock water interaction and evaporation control of geochemistry of groundwater has also been constructed. Few sampling sites also seem to have been influenced by other anthropogenic activities and increased human involvement in the quality of groundwater.
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Literature cited 1: Ramkumar, T., et al. 2013. Evaluation of hydrogeo-chemical parameters and quality assessment of the groundwater in Kottur blocks, Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India. Arabian J. Geosci., 6(1):101-108.
Subramani, T., et al. 2005. Groundwater quality and its suitability for drinking and agricultural use in Chithar river basin, Tamil Nadu, India. Env. Geol., 47(8):1099-1110.
Literature cited 2: Ali, S.A. and U. Ali. 2018. Hydrochemical characteristics and spatial analysis of groundwater quality in parts of Bundelkhand Massif, India. Appl. Water Sci., 8(1):1-15.
Venugopal, T., et al. 2009. A comprehensive geochemical evaluation of the water quality of river Adyar, India. Bulletin Env. Contam. Toxicol., 82(2):211-217.
ID: 65611
Title: Bioaccumulation of Heavy Metals in water, sediment and some selected Fishes from different aquaculture ponds of Badarpur, Karimganj district, Assam
Author: Piyali Das and Mithra Dey
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 806-812 2022.
Subject: Bioaccumulation of Heavy Metals in water, sediment and some selected Fishes from different aquaculture ponds of Badarpur, Karimganj district, Assam
Keywords: Heavy metals, fish species, accumulation
Abstract: In the present study the selected heavy metals, such as zinc (Zn), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), lead (Pb), copper (Cu) and nickel (Ni) were determined in water, sediment and gill, liver, muscle of fish H. fossilis, L. rohita and O. niloticus from different aquaculture ponds of Badarpur, Karimganj district, Assam. The concentration of heavy metals varied significantly among fish species and their organs. Among the three organs muscles contained the lowest concentrations of all metals. In most studied fishes, the liver was the target organ for Cu, Zn and Fe accumulation. Pb and Cd, however, exhibited their highest concentrations in the gills. The result of the study revealed that the concentration of heavy metals in water, sediment and in different species were within the recommended limit set-up by different organizations and are considered to be safe for human consumption.
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Literature cited 1: Chutia, S.J., et al. 2018. Trends in fish production of Assam: An analysis. Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. Appl. Sci., 7(11): 3417-3422.
Sarkar, U.K., et al. 2016. Conserving wetlands- An effective climate change adaptation in India. ICAR- Central Inland Capture Fisheries Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata.
Literature cited 2: Khan, M.A. 2008. Effect of soil contamination on some heavy metals content of Cannabis sativa. J. Chem. Soc. Pakistan. 30(6):805-809.
Zhang, F.P., et al. 2010. Response of microbial characteristics to heavy metal pollution of mining soils in Central Tibet, China. Appl. Soil Ecol.,45: 144-151.
ID: 65610
Title: Quantification of CO2 sequestration by Campus Trees
Author: A.R. Arya and L. Resmi
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 792-805 2022.
Subject: Quantification of CO2 sequestration by Campus Trees
Keywords: CO2 sequestration, Global warming, wood density
Abstract: Enhancing carbon sequestration in biomass is presently considered one of the major strategies for reducing atmospheric CO2 concentration. The present study focused on the identification of tree species in the Christian college campus, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India which would efficiently respond to global warming due to the enhanced CO2 sequestration. The primary data were collected by non-destructive methods from a total of 253 individual trees. Tree height and girth at breast height were measured using a clinometer and measuring tape, respectively. Wood density of different tree species was obtained from an authentic database and parameters, namely above ground biomass (AGB), biomass ground biomass (BGB), total biomass, carbon store and the average amount of carbon dioxide sequestered by each tree were calculated. The highest total biomass was recorded by Tamarindus indica followed by Caesalpinia pulcherrima and Anacardium occidentale. The highest biomass in Caesalpinia pulcherrima can be attributed to the increased wood density in the species. Tamarindus indica exhibited the highest CO2 sequestration followed by Artocarpus heterophyllus, Caesalpinia pulcherrima, Anacardium occidentale, Delonix regia, Tectona grandis and Syzygium cumini. The amount of CO2 sequestered by Tamarindus indica was 70372.73 kg, followed by Artocarpus heterophyllus (25567.29 kg). Of the 30 families present on the campus, CO2 sequestration was highest in Fabaceae followed by moraceae. The major share of CO2 sequestration in the campus was provided by fabaceae, moraceae, myrtaceae and anacardiaceae. Present analysis revealed a perfect positive correlation between total plant biomass and CO2 sequestered with a correlation coefficient of 0.9721.
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Literature cited 1: Khan, S.A. 2008. Algae a novel source of renewable energy and carbon sequestration. Akshay Urja. 2:14-18.
Moura-Costa, P.H. 1996. Tropical forestry practices for carbon sequestration. In Dipterocarp forest ecosystem: Towards sustainable management. Ed A. Schulte and D. Schone. World Scientific Publication, New Jersey.
Literature cited 2: Norby, R., et al. 1992. Productivity and compensatory responses of yellow-poplar trees in elevated C02. Nature.357: 322-324. DOI: 10.1038/35732 2a0.
Wisniewskil, J., et al. 1993. Carbon dioxide sequestration in terrestrial ecosystems. Climate Res., 3:1-5.
ID: 65609
Title: Recent Developments of Effective Sorbents Materials for Oil Spill Cleanup: A Review
Author: Binapani Pradhan, Madhumita Das and Chinmay Pradhan
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 782-791 2022.
Subject: Recent Developments of Effective Sorbents Materials for Oil Spill Cleanup: A Review
Keywords: Oil spill, Sorbents, Carbon nanotube, Sorption capacity
Abstract: Oil spill in the offshore sea has been proved to be catastrophic to the marine ecology. Various cleanup methods have been proposed and tested using different methods and materials. This paper intends to discuss the recent developments related to sorbents, which play a critical role in the remediation of the oil spill. The synthesis of these materials is highlighted and the potential absorbing properties are discussed here. Some porous sorbent materials have been found with excellent absorption capacity to remove the oil from water. This study could guide further development in sorption efficiency research and applying those materials for oil spill cleanup. The modified carbon nanotube, graphene, magnetic nanoparticles and melamine sponge have carried good sorption capacity and the modification methods are capable of enhancing the hydrophobicity of these sorbents. So, an attempt was made to understand the potential oil-absorbing sorbents material and their efficiency to combat the oil spill scenarios. The cost-effective sorbent materials with eco-friendly and good recycling options would be more acceptable for future study.
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Literature cited 1: Gilbert, T.D. 1999. Oil spills in the Australian marine environment : Environmental consequences and response technologies. Australian oil and gas conference. Perth, Western Australia.
Jafarinejad, S. 2017. Petroleum waste treatment and pollution control. Butterworth-Heinemanna, Oxford.
Literature cited 2: Liu, W. Y., et al. 2017: Study of caprolactam storage tank accident through root cause analysis with a computational approach. J. Loss Prevention Process Ind., 50:80-90.
Doshi, B., M. Sillanpaa and S. Kalliola. 2018. A review of bio-based materials for oil spill treatment. Water Res., 135:262-277.
ID: 65608
Title: Phytomediated Adsorption of Acid Blue 113 using Ananas comosus Crown, Artocarpus heteropyllus Leaves and Spent Tea Leaves
Author: Swetha Sunkar, K.K. Thejasree, M. Viswajanani, P. Prakash and C. Valli Nachiyar
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (7) July. 22 page 771-781 2022.
Subject: Phytomediated Adsorption of Acid Blue 113 using Ananas comosus Crown, Artocarpus heteropyllus Leaves and Spent Tea Leaves
Keywords: Jackfruit, Ananas comosus, acid blue 113, phytoremediation
Abstract: Dyes and heavy metals are major toxicants found in industrial wastewater that hampers the free release of this water into water bodies. Conventional methods for removal of such pollutants from wastewater are costly and involve harsh conditions which, therefore, urges cheap methods to treat such effluent. Phytoremediation is a ‘green’ alternative for cleaning up the environment through the use of plants and plant based waste instead of mechanical removal and treatment. The objective of the present work involves the study of the removal of dye by jackfruit leaves, pineapple crown leaves and spent tea; these materials are low-cost, abundantly available, highly efficient and eco-friendly. The plant material used as adsorbent was characterized for its physico-chemical properties and surface morphology. Of the substrates used for the removal process, Ananas comosus crown leaves and Artocarpus heteropyllus leaves were found to be efficient by showing removal of 90% of the azo dye acid blue 113 compared to that of spent tea leaves. A combination of all the three substrates yielded a better removal efficiency of 99% thereby suggesting the potential of these substrates in the treatment of pollutants from the industries.
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Literature cited 1: Gilbert, T.D. 1999. Oil spills in the Australian marine environment : Environmental consequences and response technologies. Australian oil and gas conference. Perth, Western Australia.
Jafarinejad, S. 2017. Petroleum waste treatment and pollution control. Butterworth-Heinemanna, Oxford.
Literature cited 2: Liu, W. Y., et al. 2017: Study of caprolactam storage tank accident through root cause analysis with a computational approach. J. Loss Prevention Process Ind., 50:80-90.
Doshi, B., M. Sillanpaa and S. Kalliola. 2018. A review of bio-based materials for oil spill treatment. Water Res., 135:262-277.
ID: 65607
Title: Study on the Effects of Air Pollutants on the Health of Traffic Guards in the City of Kolkata
Author: Anish Ganguly and Indranil Mukherjee
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (6) June. 22 page 764-768 2022.
Subject: Study on the Effects of Air Pollutants on the Health of Traffic Guards in the City of Kolkata
Keywords: Air pollution, Health study, Respiratory disorders, Traffic guards, Age intervals
Abstract: Air pollution, a silent killer ravaging across big metropolitans can easily affect the susceptible population of certain ages very rapidly than the rest because of the level of exposure to various categories of pollutants. Of this section, the traffic police occupy the most vulnerable sect to be continuously exposed to vulnerable concentrations of air pollutants; majority of whom are above permissible limits. The consequences of heavy exposure can be seen in various anatomical systems of the body of the person. This rostrum is aimed at the analysis of the upshot of different pollutants on the health of individuals presented in line of duty in traffic. The study was concluded with the utilization of medical tests and questionnaires. After analysis of the report, it was found that both the populations are moderately to severely affected by air pollution. Small sample size has hindered procuring any further conclusions on the health status of older generation population (40-60 years old age group).
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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Literature cited 2: Basu, J. 2015. Suffocating Kolkata. Down to Earth. July 4.
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ID: 65606
Title: Sanitary Landfill Site Selection in Patna Using GIS and MCDA
Author: Naila Nayab and Abdur Rahman Quaff
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2022
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 42 (6) June. 22 page 758-763 2022.
Subject: Sanitary Landfill Site Selection in Patna Using GIS and MCDA
Keywords: Municipal solid waste, Landfill site selection, Gegographic information system, Multi-criteria decision making, Analytical hierarchy process, Urban local bodies
Abstract: Disposal at landfills is still one of the most preferred methods for municipal solid waste in India, though it should be the least preferred option. Most of the time government regulations and public opposition makes it extremely difficult for city planner to find a new landfill site. The combination of geographic information systems (GIS) and multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) can be applied successfully in such situations. The complex procedure considers various technical, environmental, economic, political and social factors. This paper uses a methodology and application of GIS for the sanitary landfill site selection for Patna, capital city of Bihar, India. Analytical hierarchy process (AHP) has been used to give weights to factors based on expert opinion and extensive study. The results indicate that there are three locations where adequate land seems available and these sites are under ‘most suitable’ category for sanitary landfilling.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Ohri, A., et al. 2015. Sanitary landfill site selection by using geographic information system. National Conference on Open source GIS: Opportunities and challenges, Varanasi. Proceedings, pp 170-180.
Sharholy, M., et al. 2008. Municipal solid waste management in Indian cities – A review. J. Waste Manage., 28 (2):459-467.
Literature cited 2: MSWM. 2016. manual on municipal solid waste. Central Public Health and Environmental Engineering Organisation.
Sener, Basak. 2004. Landfill site selection by using geographic information systems. Ph.D. Thesis. Middle East Technical University.