Assessment and Reclamation of Contaminated Land - Softcover

Hester, R. E; Harrison, R. M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0727729888 ISBN 13: 9780727729880

Publisher: ICE Publishing, 2001

Synopsis

Contaminated land and the methods and legal controls governing its reclamation, for subsequent development and use, are of great concern. Assessment and reclamation of contaminated land provides a comprehensive collection of articles that cover a wide range of issues and a detailed overview of the current state of the science of contaminated land.The opening chapter of this book summarises the origins and extent of the contaminated land problem and reviews some of the latest scientific developments that are underpinning effective contaminated land management.

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Review:

"... a comprehensive, up-to-date and well referenced overview of the issues that must be considered when dealing with contaminated land ... essential reading ..." * Chemistry in Britain, March 2002 * "This book will provide a valuable addition to the library of anyone interested in contaminated land whether they are based in industry, regulatory authorities or academia." * Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, Vol 77, Issue 10, October 2002, p 1191-1192 * "... well referenced throughout and ... should prove useful to land-use planners and developers, environmental regulators, consultants and contractors and to university staff and students around the world." * International Journal of Environment and Pollution, Vol 18, No 3, 2002, p312 * "... a comprehensive overview ... extremely useful as a reference for someone preparing to do remediation and environmental investigation work ... The extensive references and footnotes are invaluable." * Vadose Zone Journal, Vol 2, No 3, August 2003, p 440 * "... provides a balanced viewpoint throughtout ... recommended for those wanting to gain a better understanding of contaminated land regulation, reclamation, and redevelopment." * Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 46, (3), 467-469, May 2003 *

About the Author:

Roy Harrison OBE is Queen Elizabeth II Birmingham Centenary Professor of Environmental Health at the University of Birmingham. In 2004 he was appointed OBE for services to environmental science. Professor Harrison's research interests lie in the field of environment and human health. His main specialism is in air pollution, from emissions through atmospheric chemical and physical transformations to exposure and effects on human health. Much of this work is designed to inform the development of policy.

About this edition

• Publisher: ICE Publishing
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0727729888
• ISBN 13: 9780727729880
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184