ABSTRACT

Growth of populations, increasing urbanization, and rising standards of living due to technological innovations demand not only the meticulous use of shrinking resources but also sustainable ways of producing materials for human welfare. Cleaner production involves preventive and protective initiatives which are intended to minimize waste and emissions and maximize product output. These novel microbiological techniques are a practical option for achieving environmental sustainability. Microbiology for Cleaner Production and Environmental Sustainability serves as a valuable source of information about microbiological advancements for a sustainability in diversified areas such as energy resources, food industries, agricultural production, and environmental remediation of pollution.

Features:

  • Covers key issues on the role of microbiology in the low-cost production of bioenergy
  • Provides comprehensive information on microorganisms for maximizing productivity in agriculture
  • Examines green pharmaceutical production
  • Provides the latest research on microbiological advancements in the restoration of contaminated sites

part Section I|232 pages

Microorganisms in cleaner production

part Section II|86 pages

Understanding microbiology for environmental sustainability

chapter 9|18 pages

Understanding the soil microbiome

Perspectives for environmental bioremediation

chapter 11|9 pages

Biofilms

Recent advances in bioremediation

part Section III|143 pages

Microbial remediation

chapter 15|16 pages

Algae for plastic biodegradation

Emerging approach in mitigating marine pollution