CEST Proceedings are published under the ISSN 2944-9820.
Sustainable treatment of air pollutants by moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR) coupled with algae photobioreactor (APBR)
Pahunang R., (Corresponding) Zarra T., Oliva G., Senatore V., Belgiorno V., Ballesteros F., (Corresponding) Naddeo V.
Topic:
Environmental odour, monitoring and control
The presence of high concentrations of VOCs in the atmosphere can lead to negative consequences for humans and the environment. The treatment of these compounds is thus necessary before their release into the atmosphere. In the study, an advanced moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR) coupled with an...Read more
An overview of the plastic waste and recycling status in Qatar
(Corresponding) Hahladakis (Chachladakis) J.
Topic:
Solid waste management
The State of Qatar has recently launched its national vision (QNV2030) underlining, therein, its full commitment to retain harmony between the main three pillars of sustainable development: economic growth, social development and environmental management. However, rapid development and "mega...Read more
Evaluation of a new technology for increasing the quality of a compost
Mori De Olivera C., Sammito A., Boano M., Fischetti M., Toso L., Pizio R., Bellopede R., (Corresponding) Marini P.
Topic:
Sustainable production and management of biomass
Composting is a treatment process that transforms biodegradable organic waste into compost, a product that is rich in essential nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium) and can be used as a fertilizer for the cultivation of agricultural land. By decreasing landfill disposal and avoiding...Read more
UTILIZATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND URBAN PLASTIC WASTE REVIEW: INTRODUCTION TO PYROLISIS AND HYDROCARBON REFORMATION
KOUMPAKIS D., (Corresponding) VLACHOKOSTAS C.
Topic:
Waste-to-energy
Agricultural and urban waste consist of large quantities of biomass and petroleum originated waste. These two categories are rich in hydrocarbons which can be utilized again after their first life cycle. Pyrolysis is a thermochemical process in which solid hydrocarbons decompose in conditions of...Read more
Keywords:
pyrolysis; hydrocarbons; plastic waste; alternative fuels; biomass
Plastic to microplastic in the United Arab Emirates – plastic bottle caps in a hot, arid environment
Selem B., Alkarbi A., Alhosani A., Ahmad F., Elemam M., Iftikhar S., Mourad A., (Corresponding) Thiemann T.
Topic:
Soil and groundwater contamination and remediation
The degradation of plastic bottle tops as a common contributor to plastic waste in the environment was assessed under the hot, arid conditions of the hinterland of the United Arab Emirates. 500 bottles tops were collected from 5 different locations in the Al Ain area and their surface oxidation...Read more
Towards sustainable plastics recycling: assessing the integrity status of polypropylene (PP) debris to recycle marine-degraded materials
(Corresponding) Lourmpas N., Kyriakakis E., Efthimiadou E., Papanikos P., Lekkas D., Alexopoulos N.
Topic:
Recycling of materials to new products
Polypropylene (PP) is a widely used polymer with significant environmental implications when improperly disposed. Effective recycling strategies for PP are crucial for mitigating plastic pollution and achieving sustainability goals. This investigation focuses on classifying PP debris based on their...Read more
Plastic waste utilization: Challenges and opportunities for waste-to-energy in Baguio City, Philippines
(Corresponding) Duran J., Victoriano J., Lunag Jr. M., Diccion Jr. A., Putiyon P., Solijon J.
Topic:
Waste-to-energy
Amounts of residual wastes, such as plastics, paper, and textiles, in urban areas have drastically increased over the years, which hence requires sustainable waste management schemes. Refuse derived fuel (RDF) provides a solution in addressing minimizing waste disposal in landfills and providing...Read more
Assessing Marine Litter on beaches and the seafloor in the Saronikos Gulf, Greece
(Corresponding) Kouvara K., Kosmopoulou A., Fakiris E., Christodoulou D., Filippides A., Katsanevakis S., Ioakeimidis C., Geraga M., Xirotagarou P., Papatheodorou G.
Topic:
Marine Litter - Accumulated experience and new perspectives
Marine litter is a pressing environmental issue that requires urgent attention from international and local authorities. The European Marine Strategy Framework Directive emphasizes the need to achieve Good Environmental Status (GES) in European marine waters by 2020, with a specific focus on marine...Read more
