Environmental Engineering Research
Scope & Guideline
Transforming ideas into impactful environmental solutions.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Water Treatment Technologies:
The journal covers advancements in water treatment methods, including novel materials, chemical processes, and biological systems aimed at removing pollutants and enhancing water quality. - Pollution Control and Remediation:
Research in this area emphasizes techniques for controlling and remediating soil, air, and water pollution, including bioremediation, chemical treatments, and the use of innovative materials. - Sustainable Resource Management:
The scope includes studies on resource recovery from waste, life cycle assessments, and the integration of circular economy principles in environmental engineering. - Environmental Impact Assessment:
Papers often discuss methodologies for assessing the environmental impacts of various activities, focusing on risks associated with pollutants and strategies for mitigation. - Emerging Contaminants and Microplastics:
The journal includes research on the detection, behavior, and removal of emerging contaminants, including pharmaceuticals and microplastics, in various environmental media. - Renewable Energy and Waste Management:
Studies related to the conversion of waste to energy and the application of renewable energy technologies in environmental engineering are also a significant focus.
Trending and Emerging
- Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs):
AOPs for wastewater treatment are increasingly featured, showcasing their effectiveness in degrading complex pollutants and pharmaceuticals, aligning with global sustainability goals. - Biochar and Biomass Utilization:
Research on biochar and other biomass materials as adsorbents and soil amendments is trending, highlighting their role in pollution remediation and carbon sequestration. - Integration of Machine Learning and AI:
The application of machine learning and artificial intelligence in environmental modeling and monitoring is gaining momentum, indicating a shift towards data-driven approaches. - Microbial Fuel Cells and Bioelectrochemical Systems:
Studies focusing on microbial fuel cells and bioelectrochemical systems are on the rise, reflecting interest in renewable energy generation and wastewater treatment. - Circular Economy Practices:
There is a growing emphasis on circular economy practices, including waste-to-energy technologies and resource recovery, aligning with sustainable development goals. - Impact of Climate Change on Environmental Engineering:
Research addressing the effects of climate change on environmental systems and engineering solutions for adaptation and mitigation is becoming increasingly relevant.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Wastewater Treatment Methods:
There has been a noticeable decline in studies focusing solely on traditional wastewater treatment methods, as newer and more innovative approaches gain popularity. - Conventional Air Quality Monitoring Techniques:
Research on conventional air quality monitoring is waning in favor of advanced methodologies utilizing IoT and machine learning for more accurate and real-time data. - Single-Contaminant Studies:
Studies focusing on the removal of single contaminants are decreasing, with a trend towards integrated approaches addressing multiple pollutants simultaneously. - Static Environmental Models:
The reliance on static models for environmental assessments is declining, as dynamic and adaptive modeling approaches are favored for their ability to account for real-time changes. - Basic Chemical Treatment Processes:
Research dedicated to basic chemical treatment processes is less frequent, with a shift towards exploring synergistic and advanced oxidation processes.
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