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CEST Proceedings are published under the ISSN 2944-9820.
Estimation of Solar Irradiance for the Maltese Islands
Salerno J., (Corresponding) Micallef A., Gauci A.
Topic:
6. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL APPLICATIONS
Solar energy is a promising renewable resource. Solar radiation modelling is essential for optimising its potential. This study replicates an existing model, namely, SOLAR, originally implemented in Fortran, and adapts it using MATLAB. The model estimates the hourly average solar irradiance under...Read more
Keywords:
solar radiation; model evaluation; Maltese Islands
Prototype for Removal of Residual Chlorine, Hardness and Manganese from Drinking Water
Silva D., (Corresponding) Hansen E., Rodrigues M., Aquim P.
Topic:
1. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
Residual chlorine, while crucial for water disinfection, can lead to skin irritation and hair degradation over time. Additionally, water hardness exacerbates dermatological conditions such as atopic dermatitis and hair breakage, and elevated manganese concentrations can be toxic, negatively...Read more
Keywords:
Drinking water, Residual chlorine, Hardness, Activated carbon, Ion exchange resin.
Unveiling the presence of MNPs within the human body
(Corresponding) Christodoulou M., Stylianou M., Zorpas A.
Topic:
3. PLASTICS IN THE ENVIRONMENT
Micro and nanoplastics (MNPs) have emerged as critical contaminants of both the environment and human health. The current work synthesizes data from several studies to elucidate MNP occurrence in blood, saliva, and urine. Findings highlight polypropylene (PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), and...Read more
Assessment of Tannery-Derived Pollution in the Sinos River Basin, Brazil
(Corresponding) Hansen E., Aquim P., Rodrigues M.
Topic:
1. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
Abstract The leather industry is water-intensive and generates highly polluted wastewater. Brazil, with the world’s largest commercial cattle herd, is a leading leather producer. The state of Rio Grande do Sul holds a prominent position in national exports, with a high concentration of tanneries in...Read more
Keywords:
Tannery; Wastewater; Sinos River Basin; Surface water pollution
Tebuconazole bioconcentration in European Eels (Anguilla Anguilla): the role of pollutant cocktails
Medina-Peris A., Torreblanca A., Andreu V., (Corresponding) Campo J.
Topic:
10. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING
European eel (Anguilla anguilla) populations are in decline across Europe, with organic pollutants (OPs) identified as one of the contributing factors. In the Albufera of Valencia, a critical feeding and maturation habitat for this species, a significant number of OPs have been identified, with...Read more
Keywords:
European eel, tebuconazole, Albufera de Valencia, liver, muscle
Feeding habits and microplastic ingestion of Bogue in Mediterranean Sea
(Corresponding) Kostoula A., Megalofonou P.
Topic:
3. PLASTICS IN THE ENVIRONMENT
This study examines the feeding habits of the bogue (Boops boops, L.) and the presence of microplastics (MPs) in the gastrointestinal contents in the North Evoikos Gulf, a region characterized by intense anthropogenic and industrial activity. Seasonal sampling of 230 individuals was conducted...Read more
Identification and Quantification of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Soil from the Vinča Landfill (Serbia)
(Corresponding) Mitić J., Kojić I., Relić D., Popović A., Milićević T.
Topic:
7. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Vinča landfill, the biggest sanitary landfill in Serbia, causes many environmental implications. The investigation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) is of main importance due to the frequent landfill burning. In this study, eight soil samples (<630µm) from Vinča landfill were analysed...Read more
The impact of ozonation on PET and PVC microplastics in model urban wastewater
(Corresponding) Legan M., Žgajnar Gotvajn A., Zupan K., Zupančič P., Sakulthaew C., Chokejaroenrat C.
Topic:
3. PLASTICS IN THE ENVIRONMENT
In the field of environmental pollutants, microplastics (MPs) present one of the biggest challenges. Several studies investigated different removal options of MPs and investigated its toxic impacts on the environment. One of the main sources of MPs pollution is wastewater. Different advanced...Read more
Microbial activity in mine tailing dump in South-West Sardinia (Italy)
(Corresponding) Mandaresu M., Cappai G., Tamburini E.
Topic:
7. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Abandoned mines represent a major environmental concern worldwide, posing serious risks to human health and ecosystems. In this study, microbial abundance and dehydrogenase activity were evaluated in surface substrates collected from a highly contaminated (Zn, Pb and Cd) tailing dump and in the...Read more
UCI4SmartCity Project: Urban Cleanliness Index for Smart Cities
(Corresponding) Sousa S., Dias J., Alves M., Pereira M., Pires J.
Topic:
6. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL APPLICATIONS
Public spaces accumulate residues from natural and human activities, impacting aesthetics and contributing to pollution. Street cleanliness shapes a city’s image, requiring significant resources. To improve cleaning efficiency, mechanisms are needed to identify cleanliness factors, support...Read more
Keywords:
Data Science; Decision Support Tools; Statistical Analysis; Urban Cleanliness Index.
