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ID: 65326
Title: Study On Cheeyappara Waterfalls To Set Up An Environmentally Sustainable Small Hydropower Station
Author: V. John Paul, K. V. Varghese and R. Sindhu
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (3) March. 21 page 257-260 2021.
Subject: Study On Cheeyappara Waterfalls To Set Up An Environmentally Sustainable Small Hydropower Station
Keywords: Small hydropower station, Renewable energy, Cheeyappara waterfalls, Environment friendly
Abstract: Energy has always been a deciding factor in the progress of mankind. Small hydropower stations (SHP) are emerging as a solution for the sustainable, green, environment-friendly and long term, cost-effective source of renewable energy; more advantageous than conventional medium or large hydropower projects. Small hydropower station requires very less flow or head compared to conventional hydropower plants and specially adapted to serve remotely hilly areas on an independent basis to save large investment needed for extending transmission and distribution for low consumption centres from the power grid supplies by harnessing the hydro potential of small rivers and streams. A Cheeyappara waterfall is located in Idukki district of Kerala state along the side of NH 85 (Kochi – Madurai National Highway) and joins the river Deviyar. Using the available head of Cheeyappara waterfalls, a small hydro project is feasible and can be completed within a shorter period without much ecological disturbance. The catchment area is calculated using toposheet of the location and the available head is determined using a handheld GPS survey. By power potential study using available rainfall readings and optimization study for various capacities, it is possible to finalize the capacity of the power station. The selection of the turbine depends on the available head and flow rate. The feasibility study concludes that SHP of 300 kW capacity using two crossflow type turbines of 150 kW each can be envisaged using Cheeyappara waterfalls, enabling clean green energy at a lower cost, if implemented.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Capik, M., et al. 2012. Hydropower for sustainable energy development in Turkey: The small hydropower case of the Eastern Black sea region. Renewable Sustainable Energy Reviews. 16: 6160-6172. Sachdev, H. S., et al. 2015. Analysis and evaluation of small hydropower plants: A bibliographical survey. Renewable Sustainable Energy Reviews. 51: 1013-1022.
Literature cited 2: Michael, P. A., et al. 2017. Design of 15 kW micro hydropower plant for rural electrification at Valara. Energy Procedia. 117: 163-171. Adhikary, P., P. Roy and A. Mazumdar. 2014. Multi-dimensional feasibility analysis of small hydropower project in India: A case study. ARPN J. Eng. Appl. Sci., 9.

ID: 65325
Title: Production Of Biopreservative Using Lawsonia inermis And Evaluating Their Toxicity
Author: Jeba Sweetly Dharmadhas, Sumayya Rehaman, Issac Abraham Sybiya Vasantha Packiavathy, Jeyapragash Danaraj and Archana Ganesan
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (3) March. 21 page 250-256 2021.
Subject: Production Of Biopreservative Using Lawsonia inermis And Evaluating Their Toxicity
Keywords: Sodium chloride, Lawsonia inermis, Goat skin, Antimicrobial, Leather processing
Abstract: Salt preservation is the general and old age popular practice. Alternate methods of preservations have been analyzed in order to reduce the pollution load in the soaking process of leather by many researchers. Due to the stringent pollution of total dissolved solids (TDS) and salinity in tannery effluents, there is a need to develop and adopt salt-free curing methods suitable for Indian raw material. Chilling is the most commonly employed short term preservation method in many countries and is considered more efficient and cost-effective than biocides based methods. In the current study, plant derived extract from Lawsonia inermis was used as salt-less formulations for curing goat skins, proving an effective alternative to the conventional preservation with NaCl. The physico-chemical properties of all goat skin were tested and the results met the standard requirements. After treatment with plant extract, the pollution loads of soaking liquors were assessed and there was a dramatic reduction in levels of total solids, total suspended solids (TSS), chloride, total dissolved solids (TDS), biological oxygen demand (BOD) and chemical oxygen demand (COD) released. From the results, it is clear that the proposed preservation technique is completely comparable with the traditional salt curing approaches, which may be used as viable alternative options for skin preservation in leather processing industries.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Sarker, K. T. 1995. The theory and practice of leather manufacture (2nd edn). Longman Publishers, India. Sivabalan, V. and A. Jayanthi. 2009. A study to reduce salt usage in preservation of skins and hides with alternate use of plant extract. J. Agric. Biol. Sci., 4(6): 43-48.
Literature cited 2: Slabbert, N. P. 1979. Recycling in the tanning industry. J. Soc. Leather Tech. Chem., 64: 89-92. Franco, J., et al. 2019. A review of eco-friendly preservative and biotannin materials using powdered barks of local plants for the processing of goat skin. Int. Res. J. Sci. Tech., 1: 13-20.

ID: 65324
Title: Phytoremediation Of Phenol Red Dye Using Biomediated Stannous Oxide Nanoparticle And Its Efficiency In Decolourization
Author: Kalaiselvi Aasaithambi, Madhumitha Narayanan Kutty, Jeba Sweetly Dharmadhas, Gunabalan Madhumitha and Ramalingam Chidambaram
Editor: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (3) March. 21 page 243-249 2021.
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (3) March. 21 page 243-249 2021.
Subject: Phytoremediation Of Phenol Red Dye Using Biomediated Stannous Oxide Nanoparticle And Its Efficiency In Decolourization
Keywords: Photocatalytic degradation, C. roseus extract, Stannous oxide, Dye adsorption behaviour
Abstract: Phytoremediation is a promising, cost-effective and eco-friendly approach in the treatment of polluted wastewater and industrial waste effluents. The aim of the study is to understand the potential effects of Catharanthus roseus leaf extract mediated stannous oxide nanoparticles (SnO) formation and its efficiency of dye degradation was investigated. The C. roseus was used for the first time as a reducing agent in the formation of SnO nanoparticles. The secondary metabolites present in plants were evaluated by GC-MS and its bioactive compounds are identified. The synthesized SnO nanoparticles were confirmed and supported by XRD, FTIR, Zeta, DLS, SEM with EDX and TEM with SAED pattern analysis. Photocatalytic activity of SnO nanoparticles efficiency and its synergetic effects against dye degradation was estimated. Thus, C. roseus acts as a reducing agent in the formation of SnO nanoparticles and also helps in maintaining stability. Also, it is an eco-friendly approach with the effect of time in process of dye degradation.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Sulaiman, G. M., et al. 2013. Green synthesis, antimicrobial and cytotoxic effects of silver nanoparticles using Eucalyptus chapmaniana leaves extract. Asian Pacific J. Tropical Biomedicine. 3(1): 58-63. Edison, T. J. I. and M. G. Sethuraman. 2012. Instant green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Terminalia chebula fruit extract and evaluation of their catalytic activity on reduction of methylene blue. Process Biochem.,47(9): 1351-1357.
Literature cited 2: Mittal, A. K., C. Yusuf and U. C. Banerjee. 2013. Synthesis of metallic nanoparticles using plant extracts. Biotech. Adv., 31: 346-356. Makarov, V. V., et al. 2014. ‘Green’ nanotech-nologies: Synthesis of metal nanoparticles using plants. Acta Nature. 6(1): 35-44.

ID: 65323
Title: A Report On The Structure And Abundance Of Zooplankton In Muthanathi Pond Virudhunagar District
Author: D.N.P. Sudarmani, S. Jaya Durkga and V. Pushparathinam
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 236-240 2021.
Subject: A Report On The Structure And Abundance Of Zooplankton In Muthanathi Pond Virudhunagar District
Keywords: Plankton diversity, Physico-chemical parameters, Temperature, Alkalinity, Rotifers, Cladocerans
Abstract: Physico-chemical parameters and plankton diversity have been carried out in Muthanathi pond for a period of 6 months from October 2016 to March 2017. The water temperature of the pond during study period ranged from 22 – 25°C. The pH of the pond ranged from 6.7-10.8 and showed alkaline condition throughout study period. The alkalinity of the pond ranged from 36-87 mg/L. The hardness was ranged from 35-46 mg/L. Dissolved oxygen of the pond was ranged from 3.8-5.8 mg/L. A total of 18 species of zooplanktons, 9 species of Rotifers, 2 species of Cladocerans, 2 species of Copepods and 5 species of Ostrocods were recorded.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Hiware, C.J. and B.V. Jadhav. 2001. Biological studies of Manjira river near Kalam, district Osmanabad (M.S.). J. Aqua. Biol., 16(2):11-33. Pulle, J.S. and A.M. Khan. 2001. Study of ionic composition of Isapur dam water, Maharashtra. J. Aqua. Biol., 6(2):33-37.
Literature cited 2: Bagde, U.S. and A.K. Verma. 1985. Physico-chemical characteristics of water of J.N.U. Lake at New Delhi. Indian J. Ecol., 12:251-256. Altaff, K. 2004. A manual of zooplankton. University grants commission, New Delhi. pp 1-155.

ID: 65322
Title: n-Vivo Assessment To Behavioural, Morphological And Melanophoric Alteratations In Response To Exposure To Mercuric Chloride In Freshwater Fish, Channa punctatus (Bloch.)
Author: Harmanpreet Kaur Gill and Anish Dua
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 229-235 2021.
Subject: n-Vivo Assessment To Behavioural, Morphological And Melanophoric Alteratations In Response To Exposure To Mercuric Chloride In Freshwater Fish, Channa punctatus (Bloch.)
Keywords: Mercuric chloride, Channa punctatus, Behaviour, Morphology, Melanophores, Punctate, Punctostellate, Stellate, Reticulostellate, Reticulate
Abstract: The present research focused on the acute and chronic toxicity of mercuric chloride to freshwater fish, Channa punctatus, understanding the behavioural, morphological changes and variations in melanophores. The static non-renewal acute toxicity assay was conducted by exposing the fishes to four test concentrations of mercuric chloride and 96 hr LC50 value alongwith 95% confidence limits were found to be 1.38 mg/L. The physico-chemical analysis of water was done using standard methods. The behavioural and morphological abnormalities were recorded with 8 hr observation per day during the period of 96 hr for control and exposed groups. The results showed the altered behaviour and morphological changes such as opaque eyes, erratic swimming, loosening of scales, mucous secretion and coloration changes was observed in exposed group of fishes. Three sub-lethal doses on the basis of LC50 value for chronic assay were selected (0.138 mg/L, 0.276 mg/L and 0.414 mg/L). The scales were harvested from control and exposed groups for melanophores studies by using compound microscope. The duration and concentration dependent significant variations (p £ 0.05) in the different forms of melanophores were observed and frequency of melanophores were calculated as mean ± S.E. The 5 different forms named punctate (P), punctostellate (PS), stellate (S), reticulostellate (RS) and Reticulate (R) were observed and there occurs decrease in dispersal forms of melanophores (reticulate and reticullostellate) and increase in aggregated forms of melanophores (punctate, punctostellate).
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Pereira, P., et al. 2014. Fish eyes and brain as primary targets for mercury accumulation- A new insight on environmental risk assessment. Sci. Total Env., 494-495: 290-298. DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv. 2014.07.008. Macirella, R., et al. 2016. Effects of two sublethal concentrations of mercury chloride on the morphology and metallothionein activity in the liver of zebrafish (Danio rerio). Int. j. molecular sci., 17:1-16. DOI: 10.3390/ijms17030361.
Literature cited 2: Amiri, M.H. and H. M. Shaheen. 2012. Chromatophores and colour revelation in the blue variant of the stamese fighting fish (Betta splenders). Micro., 43:159-169. DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2011.07. 002. Biswas, S.P., A. G. Jadhao and N. V. Palande. 2014. Role of catecholamines and nitric oxide on pigment displacement of the chromatophores of freshwater snakehead teleost fish, Channa punctatus. Fish physiol. Biochem., 40: 457-467. DOI: 10.1007/s10695-013-9857-8.

ID: 65321
Title: Intervention Of Artificial Intelligence In Agriculture: Role, Application And Status
Author: Pratyush Mathur and Ajey Kumar Pathak
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 224-228 2021.
Subject: Intervention Of Artificial Intelligence In Agriculture: Role, Application And Status
Keywords: Agriculture, Artificial intelligence, Crop, Soft computing agriculture
Abstract: Agriculture is nearly a $3 trillion industry and the issues, like increasing population trend, climate change, area reduction in cultivation, food security have propelled agriculturists for searching for innovative approaches to protect and improve crop yield in order to mitigate poverty and hunger. The interventions of artificial intelligence (AI) and its increasing applications have transformed the whole agriculture into soft computing agriculture, which has opened the prospects of yielding healthier crops, control pests, monitor soil and growing conditions, organize data for farmers, assist in the workload and improve a wide range of agriculture-related tasks in the entire food supply chain. Currently, applications of artificial intelligence are becoming policy issues as it provides an understanding of current and emerging trends in agriculture to the business leaders and now playing an imperative role in cutting the agriculture cost with guaranteed efficiency. The present article provides glimpses on the role and application of AI in agriculture with special reference to crop science.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: http://statisticstimes.com/economy/countries-by-gdp-sector-composition.php. http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/templates/wsfs/docs/expert_paper/How_to_Feed_the_World_ in_2050.pdf.
Literature cited 2: https://lpelc.org/sources-of-agricultural-greenhouse-gases/. http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/templates/wsfs/docs/Issues_papers/HLEF2050_Global_ Agriculture.pdf.

ID: 65320
Title: Biodegradation Of White Chicken Feather Waste Pollutants By Bacteria
Author: Niraj Kumar and Shardendu
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 218-223 2021.
Subject: Biodegradation Of White Chicken Feather Waste Pollutants By Bacteria
Keywords: Bacillus licheniformis DAS-2-NKR6, SDS-PAGE, chicken feathers, Biodegradation
Abstract: Biodegradation of white chicken feather by isolated keratinolytic bacteria, like NKR1-NKR9 was most effective. The bacterial strain Bacillus licheniformis DAS-2-NKR6 was more effective for degradation of chicken feathers. The other identified bacterial strain NKR1 grew very well till 550C but its keratinolytic activity was restricted to 460C. NKR6 bacterial strain was also grew well but it produces peptidase only between 20-450C. The keratinase enzyme was purified by ammonium sulphate precipitation. The highest purification factor of our strain was 3.7-fold for strain NKR-6 and the final yield was 17.6%. Specific activity of enzyme had 34.02 U/mg where feather keratin act as substrate. SDS-PAGE was used for the determination of molecular weight of purified enzyme. Purified enzyme showed single band with molecular wt. of 43 kDa whereas crude enzyme showed multiple bands, compared with the protein marker range 14-80 kDa.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Mebrouk, M.E.M. 2008. Feather degradation by new keratinolytic Streptomyces sp. MS-2. World J. Microbiol. Biotech., 24:2331-2338. Ichida, J.M. and E.H. Brutt. 2001. Bacteria useful for degrading keratin. United States patent no. 6, 214,576 B1. pp 7.
Literature cited 2: Tapia, D.M.T. and J. Contiero. 2004. Production and partial characterization of keratinase produced by a microorganism isolated from poultry processing plant wastewater. African J. Biotech., 7(3):296-300. Scott, J.A. and W.A. Untereiner. 2004. Determination of keratin degradation by fungi using keratin azure. Medical Mycol., 42:239-246.

ID: 65319
Title: Measurement Of Nitrogen Dioxide Emissions From The Industrial City Of Sahab In Jordan
Author: Sana’a Odat
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 213-217 2021.
Subject: Measurement Of Nitrogen Dioxide Emissions From The Industrial City Of Sahab In Jordan
Keywords: Nitrogen dioxide, Air pollution, Statistical analysis, Sahab industrial estate, Meteorological parameter
Abstract: The average emission rates of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) have been measured in the city of Sahab, southeast of Amman, Jordan. Sahab is a famous city for its industrial estate. Data obtained from the Ministry of Environment for 6 years for pollutant emissions and meteorological conditions (February 2010-December 2016). The results from the monitoring showed that the average annual NO2 concentration was 19.8066 ppb, compared to the monthly average of 17.34 ppb. The most recent monthly average was 1.358 ppb in July 2015 also the highest average of all months in all years in April, it was 23.638 ppb. The findings of the statistical review indicate that the annual NO2 average does not surpass the Jordanian ambient air quality limits allowed by the guidelines. The forecasted variability in the season shows that the level of NO2 was typically higher in winter than in summer, due to low temperatures, high average moisture and increasing NO2 sources which increase NO2 emissions. In order to understand the high NO2 concentrations at the residential site, environmental data have been analyzed (mainly wind and wind directions). The research has shown that the winds hit calm and south. This ensures that such winds do not disperse or minimize pollution but increase the concentration of pollutants. More than 77% of the wind is blowing at 0-5 m\s level. This wind blow contributes to the accumulation of its concentrations. There has been a negative association (r =-0.5217, p<0.001) between NO2 concentrations and wind speed. This situation shows that air pollution dilutes with dispersion when the wind speed is high. The negatively correlated between NO2 and wind direction (r= -0.6932, p<0.001) is also found. It may be clarified that the most commonly occurring wind path at the measurement site increases air pollution mitigation.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Jeff, G. and P. Hans. 2004. Assessment of environmental impact of the Holcim Cement–Dundee plant. Ecology Centre. Available at: http://www. wbsed.org/web/project/cement/tfs/holcmm.htm. Satsangi, G.S., et al. 2004. Seasonal and diurnal variation of surface ozone and a preliminary analysis of exceedance of its critical levels at a semi-arid site in India. J. Atmos. Chem., 47:271-286.
Literature cited 2: U.S. EPA. 1999a. Environment fact sheet: Management standards proposed for cement kiln dust waste. Retrieved on October 10, 2003. Available at: http://www.epa.gov/fed.gstr/EPA-AIR/199/Some/Day-14/ a12893.htm. U.S. EPA. 1999b. National emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for source categories, cement manufacturing industries federal register: 64,113. Retrieved on October 10, 2003. Available at: http://www. epa.gov/ fed.gstr/EPA-AIR/199/Some/Day-14/a12893.htm.

ID: 65318
Title: Potential Of Biochar Derived From Crop Residues In Soil Remediation And Controlling Air Pollution Due To Stubble Burning
Author: Mahendra Pratap Choudhary, H. D. Charan and B. Acharya
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 207-212 2021.
Subject: Potential Of Biochar Derived From Crop Residues In Soil Remediation And Controlling Air Pollution Due To Stubble Burning
Keywords: Biochar, Crop residues, Soil properties, Greenhouse gas, Climate change
Abstract: The burning of agricultural waste (stubble) in open fields (locally known as Parali) by the Indian farmers in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and other nearby states during last four-five years has drawn attention of the Central and State Governments, Hon’ble Supreme Court of India and the National Green Tribunal (NGT) alongwith the common public because it is alleged to be one of the reasons for creating exceptionally high air pollution and smog in Delhi during months of September to November every year. One of the novel and feasible solutions to this problem may be converting the agro-waste into a useful product, biochar, which can be applied back to the fields for remediation of contaminated soil, improvement in soil properties as well as for reducing the entry of harmful gases into the environment. A novel method of producing biochar has been developed by the authors wherein the crop residues can be converted into biochar by an individual farmer on field itself without much investment and technical skills. Many researchers have studied the factors involved in the production and use of biochar for soil amendment; but in India, not much work has been carried out yet, as it is relatively a new concept in terms of using crop residues for biochar production. Therefore, in this paper, it has been tried to summarize the research done so far alongwith a critical assessment of various studies and their findings to help decide upon the future course of research and action, especially in Indian context where agricultural waste is produced in large quantities and its disposal creates environmental air pollution when burnt in open fields. There is a need to create awareness among the farmers about this novel approach of biochar production and application.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: NPMCR. 2014. National policy for management of crop residues. Available online: http://agricoop. nic.in/sites/default/files/NPMCR_1.pdf. ETB. 2017. Odd-even plan for five days in Delhi from monday. Economics Times Bureau. Available: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/odd-even-plan-for-five-days-in-delhi-from-monday/articleshow/61575418.cms.
Literature cited 2: NAAQS. 2009. National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Central Pollution Control Board, New Delhi. http://www.moef.nic.in/sites/default/files/notification/Recved%20national.pdf. Reynolds, L. 2013. Agriculture and livestock remain major sources of greenhouse gas emissions. Available: http://www.worldwatch.org/agriculture-and-livestock-remain-major-sources-greenhouse-gas emissions-0.

ID: 65317
Title: Comparison Of Effect Of Backwashing Methods On Overall Performance Of Rapid Sand Filter
Author: Manoj H. Mota and P. S. Patil
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 202-206 2021.
Subject: Comparison Of Effect Of Backwashing Methods On Overall Performance Of Rapid Sand Filter
Keywords: Partial backwashing, Filter resting, Extended terminal sub-fluidized wash, Ripening period, Filter run length, Performance indicator
Abstract: Almost all water treatment plants in India use sand filter to purify water. Air scouring followed by conventional back-washing of filter media is a common process followed. Recently, a huge amount of research is done across the world in the field of back-washing and its significance on the overall performance on a sand filter. As a part of performance optimization, investigation of the effect of various back-washing techniques on overall filtration cycle is of great significance. The objective of the research explained in this paper is to compare few recently developed backwashing methods, like partial backwashing, filter resting and extended terminal sub-fluidized wash with the conventional method of backwashing. The comparison is based on the parameters, like water requirement for backwashing, the effect on ripening period and succeeding length of filter run. This study was carried out in association with Ichalkaranji Municipal Council by installing a pilot scale model at Ichalkaranji municipal water treatment plant having a total capacity of 108 MLD (millions of litre per day). As it is very difficult to judge one particular method out of these four as every method has certain advantages and certain limitations, one common performance indicator is derived based on various factors of comparison. This performance indicator is quite easy to apply, flexible enough to modify as per need and age of water treatment plant.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Nick, Pizzi. 2000. Optimizing your plant’s filter performance. J. American Water Works Assoc., 26(6):37-38. Shakera, A., et al. 2010. Practical means of solving mud ball problems in sand filter media. WISA 2010 conference.
Literature cited 2: Amburgey, J.E. and A. Amritharajah. 2005. Stragtegic filter backwashing techniques and resulting particle passage. J. Env. Eng., 131(4):535-547. Denver O’ Leary, K.C., J.D. Eisnor and G.A. Gagnon. 2003. Examination of plant performance and filter ripening with particle counters at full-scale water treatment plants. Env. Tech., 24(1):1-9.

ID: 65316
Title: Physico-Chemical And Bacteriological Profile Of Effluents Collected From Electroplating Industries
Author: Devangee P. Shukla and Nayan K. Jain
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 194-201 2021.
Subject: Physico-Chemical And Bacteriological Profile Of Effluents Collected From Electroplating Industries
Keywords: Heavy metal contamination, Bioremediation, Electroplating industries, Electroplating effluents, Physico-chemical parameters, Bacteriological profile
Abstract: The present study was envisaged to the various physico-chemical and bacteriological properties of electroplating industrial effluents collected from GIDC estate of Vatva, Ahmedabad and GIDC estate of Kalol, kalol. The various parameters, like pH, total dissolved solid (TDS), total suspended solids (TSS), ammonical nitrogen, fluoride, chloride, sulphate, phosphate, chemical oxygen demand (COD), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), hardness, calcium, magnesium, sodium, alkalinity as CaCO3, total organic carbon (TOC) alongwith heavy metals, namely zinc, copper, nickel, iron, cadmium, lead and chromium were tested from electroplating industrial effluents. The comparison of various parameters of the effluents with standards prescribed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), results perceived that pH of inlet effluents were lower than standard pH range. TSS values were within the standard range. Phosphate was found higher than prescribed standards. However, heavy metals, like copper, nickel, iron and chromium were also present in higher concentration and these metals are very much toxic for environment. Thus, the electroplating effluents are dreadfully polluting the environment and entail proper treatment before disposal. From bacteriological study total 57 isolates were isolated, 30 isolates from vatva GIDC electroplating industrial effluents and 27 isolates from kalol GIDC electroplating industrial effluents. Out of 57 isolates 10 were found Gram (-ve) and 47 were Gram (+ve). Out of total isolates, 47 were found motile and 10 were found non-motile in nature. These isolates were morphologically characterized; five isolates B2, B7, B8, B10 and B17 were found to be morphologically distinct. The isolates were also screened in different parameters of biochemical and environmental condition, namely salt concentrations and temperature. These indigenous isolates can be used as a bioremediation purpose for removing heavy metals from the industrial effluents. The bioremediation of heavy metals using microorganisms has received a great deal of attention in recent years, not only as a scientific novelty but also for its potential application in industry.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Shukla, D.P., et al. Eco-friendly approach for environment pollution: A review on bioremediation. Int. J. Current Adv. Res., 6(10): 6956-6961. Shuklaj, D.P., K.B. Vaghela and N.K. Jain. 2017. Assessment of physico-chemical and bacteriological water quality parameters: A review. J. Pharmacy Integrated Life Sci., 5(2):1-17.
Literature cited 2: Lasat, M. M. 2002. Phytoextraction of toxic metals: A review of biological mechanisms. Env. Quality. 31:109-120. Kavamura, V. N. and E. Esposito. 2010. Biotechnological strategies applied to the decontamination of soils polluted with heavy metals. Adv., 28:61-69.

ID: 65315
Title: Assessing And Scoring The Corporate Sustainability Reports Of The Leading Indian Cement Companies Using GRI G4 Guidelines
Author: Abhishek Gawande and Yogesh Dubey
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 187-193 2021.
Subject: Assessing And Scoring The Corporate Sustainability Reports Of The Leading Indian Cement Companies Using GRI G4 Guidelines
Keywords: Sustainability, Sustainability reporting, Cement, GRI, Disclosure, Triple bottom line
Abstract: The global environmental and social issues have forced the corporate entities to pay attention to the social and environmental aspect of their business. Over the years, this concern witnessed a paradigm shift from traditional reporting of financial performance to non-financial performance as well. Majority of the companies utilize a comprehensive framework of the sustainability reporting in order to measure and disclose their non-financial performance based on the sustainability reporting guidelines. Sustainability reporting continues to be an evolving trend in India and is becoming a standard practise in order to compete with the global counterparts. This study aims to compare the sustainability reporting practices followed by big selected companies in the Indian cement industry. India is currently home to the world’s 2nd largest cement market, both in terms of production and consumption. Cement has a heavy environmental footprint as the production of cement releases CO2, as well as the production process consumes a lot of energy. Thus despite the popularity and profitability of the cement industry it is one of the highly polluting industries and contributes majorly to the global greenhouse gas emissions. In the backdrop of this, the current paper attempts to assess the sustainability performance of the leading companies in Indian cement industry and analyze their reporting trend on environmental, social and economic dimensions based on GRI G4 guidelines.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Petra, Dilling. 2010. Sustainable reporting in a global context : What are the characteristics of corporations that provide high quality sustainability reports : An empirical analysis. Int. J. Economics Business Res., 9(1):19. Morhardt, J.E., S. Baird and K. Freeman. 2002. Scoring corporate environmental and sustainability reports using GRI 2000, ISO 14031 and other criteria. Corporate Social Responsibility Env. Manage., 9(4):215-233.
Literature cited 2: GRI. 2017. Available at: https://www.global-reporting.org/information/news-and press-center/pages/ leading-Indian-companies-join-GRI%275 reporting. Network. aspx. GRI. 2018. Available at: https://www. global reporting. org/information/sustainability-reporting/pages /default.aspx.

ID: 65314
Title: Biodegradation Of Diesel By Pseudomonas stutzeri DBT15 Strain Isolated From Contaminated Soil Of Mathura
Author: Pooja Pandey, Hardik Pathak, Saurabh Dave and D.P. Jaroli
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 179-186 2021.
Subject: Biodegradation Of Diesel By Pseudomonas stutzeri DBT15 Strain Isolated From Contaminated Soil Of Mathura
Keywords: GC-MS, Pseudomonas stutzeri, 2,6 dichlorophenol indophenols
Abstract: A bacterial strain was isolated from petroleum contaminated soil of Mathura. Total 5 soil samples were collected and 20 diesel-oil degrading bacteria were isolated. On the basis of different biodegradation capabilities of different bacterial species, Pseudomonas stutzeri DBT15 was selected using 2,6 dichlorophenol indophenol (DCPIP) assays. The biodegradation potential was evaluate by gravimetric method and residual oil was analyzed using gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) analysis. 96.18% of degradation was observed for M15 bacterial strain in 35 days of incubation by gravimetric analysis. Molecular characterization was performed by 16S rRNA nucleotide sequencing and it was identified as Pseudomonas stutzeri DBT15 strain.
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Literature cited 1: Pandey, P., H. Pathak and S. Dave. 2016. Micro bial ecology of hydrocarbon degradation in the soil: A review. Res. J. Env. Toxicol., 10:1-15. Collins, C. 2007. Implementing phytoremediation of petroleum hydrocarbons. In Methods in biotech. Humana Press, New York.
Literature cited 2: Lee, M., et al. 2006. Enhanced biodegradation of diesel oil by a newly identified Rhodococcus baikonurens is EN3 in the presence of mycolic acid. J. Appl. Microbiol., 1364-5072. Mariano, A.P., et al. 2007. Laboratory study on the bioremediation of diesel oil contaminated soil from a petrol station. Brazilian J. Microbiol., 38:346-353.

ID: 65313
Title: Assessment And Spatial Distribution Of Groundwater Quality Index – A Case Study
Author: Shanmukha Srinivas G. and Pradeep Kumar G. N
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 173-178 2021.
Subject: Assessment And Spatial Distribution Of Groundwater Quality Index – A Case Study
Keywords: Cheyyeru watershed, Water quality index, Landuse and land cover
Abstract: An experimental study on water quality index has been carried out to assess suitability of groundwater quality for drinking purposes in Cheyyeru watershed, YSR Kadapa district. This was done by subjecting groundwater samples from fourteen locations, to comprehensive physico-chemical analysis. Twelve parameters, namely pH, alkalinity, acidity, total hardness, calcium, magnesium, chlorides, nitrates, sulphates, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids and bacteriological index have been considered for calculating the water quality index (WQI). The computed WQI shows that 15% of water samples fall in good quality category and 50% fall in moderate and rest in poor category which are not suitable for drinking purposes under normal conditions. High value of WQI is found due to the higher values of TDS, total hardness and sulphates. Factors influencing quality of groundwater were analyzed and found that improper landuse and land cover in the basin are the main contributing factors for poor quality of water.
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Literature cited 1: Mishra, P.C. and R.K. Patel. 2001. Study of the pollution load in the drinking water of Rairangpur, a small tribal dominated town of north Orissa. Indian J. Env. Ecoplanning. 5(2):293-298. Tiwari, T.N. and M.A. Mishra. 1985. A preliminary assignment of water quality index of major Indian rivers. Indian J. Env. Prot., 5:276-279.
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ID: 65312
Title: Utilization Of Agrowaste For Removal Of Octylphenolethoxylate And It’s Impact On Adsorption Isotherm
Author: Arundhati Khandelwal and Manisha Agrawal
Editor: Dr. Jyoti Verma
Year: 2021
Publisher: Kalpana Corporation
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Indian Journal of Environmental Protection Vol 41 (2) February. 21 page 165-172 2021.
Subject: Utilization Of Agrowaste For Removal Of Octylphenolethoxylate And It’s Impact On Adsorption Isotherm
Keywords: Freundlich adsorption isotherm, Halsey adsorption, Jovanovic adsorption isotherm, Regression coefficient, Biodegradable, nelumbo nucifera, Typha latifolia
Abstract: The present investigation explores the efficiency of low-cost agrowaste adsorbent for removal of octylphenolethoxylate surfactant from industrial wastewater. The stem of two aquatic weeds Nelumbo nucifera and Typha latifolia have been used as an adsorbent bed. They were named as non-carbonized nelumbo nucifera (A), carbonized nelumbo nucifera (B), non-carbonized Typha latifolia (C) and carbonized typha latifolia (D). Biosorption capacity of these adsorbent beds was analyzed by pH meter and UV-visible spectrophotometer. The efficiency of adsorption capacity of surfactant was validated by three adsorption isothermic models (Freundlich, Halsey and Jovanovic). The result show that regression coefficient (R2) values of Jovanovic adsorption isotherm from pH meter were 0.942, 0.986, 0.930, 0.972 and from UV-visible spectrophotometer were 0.979, 0.983, 0.969, 0.971 for the agrowaste A, B, C and D, respectively. These values are higher than the rest of the two isotherms. Adsorbent B showed higher values among all beds by both techniques. It indicates carbonized nelumbo nucifera has more potential to interact with molecules of surfactant than the rest. Particle size of agrowaste was analyzed by SEM images, it showed bed B was more porous than other beds. FTIR spectra indicate the presence of functional groups of alkaloids and flavonoids in the absorbent beds, which gives sites for adsorbtion of surfactants. Statistical analysis was done by single factor ANOVA considering significant value p=0.01. Thus, the removal of octylphenolethoxylate from the industrial wastewater maybe possible by the agrowaste, which is eco-friendly, chemical free and biodegradable in nature.
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Literature cited 1: Adak, A. and M. Bandyopadhyay. 2005. Adsorption of anionic surfactant on alumina and reuse of the surfactant-modified alumina for the removal of Crystal Violet from aquatic environment. J. Env. Sci. Health. 40(2):167-182. Taliha, S. 2012. Some physico-chemical properties of octylphenolethoxylate non-ionics (triton X-100, triton X-114 and triton X-405) and the temperature effect on this properties. J. Nat. Sci., 13(2): 101-116,
Literature cited 2: Farsang, E., et al. 2019. Analysis of non-ionic surfactant triton X-100 using hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. J. Molecules. 24(7):1223-1230. Langford, K., et al. 2005. Degradation of nonyl-phenolic surfactants in activated sludge batch tests. Water Res., 39:870-876.