Recent Developments in Energy and Environmental Engineering: Select Proceedings of TRACE 2022

✍ Scribed by Rafid Al Khaddar, S. K. Singh, N. D. Kaushika, R. K. Tomar, S. K. Jain

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2023
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 481
• Series: Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, 333
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This book comprises select proceedings of the International Conference on Trends and Recent Advances in Civil Engineering (TRACE 2022). It discusses the latest topics related to energy and environmental engineering. The topics covered include green and clean technologies, zero-energy buildings, solar energy, energy conservation and heat recovery, solar architecture, artificial intelligence for sustainable buildings, climate change, and plastic and air pollution. This book is useful for researchers and professionals working in the area of civil engineering and energy and environmental engineering.

✦ Table of Contents

Contents
About the Editors
Trend Analysis of Air Quality of Greater Noida Using Mann–Kendall and Sen’s Slope Methods
1 Introduction
2 Study Area and Methodology
2.1 Characteristics and Climate of Greater Noida
2.2 Extraction of the Site’s Meteorological Data
2.3 Mann–Kendall Test
2.4 Sen’s Slope Estimator
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusions
References
Spatiotemporal Characterization of LST and Analysis of Its Spatial Dependence: A Spatial Autocorrelation Approach
1 Introduction
2 Data and Methods
2.1 Study Area
2.2 Data Used
2.3 Pre-processing of the Satellite Data
2.4 LST Calculations
2.5 Spatial Autocorrelation
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 LST Analysis
3.2 Spatial Autocorrelation
4 Conclusion
References
Performance Evaluation of Wastewater Treatment Plant Using AAS-Based Quantification of Heavy Metals in Effluents of Industrial and Healthcare Sector
1 Introduction
1.1 Source of Heavy Metal in Wastewater
1.2 Toxicity and Poisoning of Heavy Metals
1.3 Harmful Impact of Heavy Metal on Human Body
2 Study Area
3 Materials and Method
3.1 Instrumentation and Apparatus
3.2 Site Selection and Sample Collection
4 Result and Discussion
5 Methods of Removing Heavy Metals from Wastewater
5.1 Treatment Method Adopted by the Wastewater Treatment Plant
6 Conclusion
References
Recharge Assessment of a Rain Garden Using HYDRUS-1D: A Case Study
1 Introduction
2 Rain Garden
3 Study Area
3.1 Geography and Demography
3.2 Climate
3.3 Topography
3.4 Soil
4 Model Formulation
4.1 Transient Water Flow in Soil
4.2 Root Water Uptake
4.3 Unsaturated Soil Hydraulic Properties
5 Result and Discussion
5.1 Meteorological Characteristics
5.2 HYDRUS-1D Model Simulation
6 Summary and Conclusion
References
Drinking Water Quality Evaluation and Its Hydrochemical Aspects in the Kabul Basin, Afghanistan
1 Introduction
2 Material and Method
2.1 Study Area
2.2 Data Acquisition
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Statistical Evaluations
3.2 Electrical Conductivity (EC)
3.3 pH
3.4 Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
3.5 Total Hardness (TH)
3.6 Major Ions Chemistry
3.7 Correlation Matrix
4 Conclusion
References
A Bibliometric Analysis of Social Life Cycle Assessment (2008–2022)
1 Introduction
2 Data and Methodology
2.1 Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria of the Study
2.2 Descriptive Analysis
3 Bibliometric Analysis
3.1 Affiliation Analysis of the SLCA
3.2 Author Influence Analysis of the SLCA
3.3 Journal Influence Analysis of the SLCA
3.4 Citation Analysis of the SLCA
3.5 Co-citation Analysis of the SLCA
4 Conclusion
References
Establishing a Preliminary Understanding of Loss and Damage in India: Case of Floods in Assam
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
3 Results
4 Discussion
4.1 State Action Plan on Climate Change
4.2 Analysis of Approaches to Address Loss and Damage—Assam
5 Conclusion
References
Exploring the Role of Hydrogen Energy Towards Sustainable Energy System of India
1 Introduction
1.1 Relevance of the Current Study
2 Methodology
2.1 Hydrogen “A Versatile Energy Carrier”
2.2 Production of Hydrogen Energy
2.3 Environmental Impact Analysis by Diverse Methods of Hydrogen Production
2.4 Scale and Cost of Hydrogen Production
2.5 Hydrogen Storage
2.6 Hydrogen Utilization
3 Key Challenges and Policy Support
3.1 Safety
3.2 Social Challenges
3.3 Environmental Impacts
3.4 Supply Chain Management
3.5 High Technology Cost
3.6 Water Availability
4 Conclusion
References
Climate Risk Assessment and Adaptation in Small and Medium Enterprise Industries: Lessons from  Andhra Pradesh, India
1 Introduction
2 Study Design
3 Results and Discussions
3.1 Building and Location
3.2 Processes
3.3 Logistics and Stocks
3.4 Employees and Community
3.5 Government and Regulation
3.6 Market
3.7 Finance
4 Adaptation Measures
4.1 Strengthen Roof Structures
4.2 Improving Cross Ventilation
4.3 Roof Insulation
4.4 Insurance
4.5 Heat and Tropical Cyclone Resilient Planning of Shed
4.6 Dry Storage
4.7 Dehumidification
4.8 Renewable Energy and Rainwater Harvesting
5 Conclusion
References
An Approach for Measuring Vulnerability to Risk and Climate Change—A Case Study of Maharashtra State
1 Introduction
2 Data and Methods
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusion
Appendix
References
Agriculture Risk Management and Resilience Building Through Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction: A Case Study of Talmala Village in Kalahandi District
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusion
References
Greening Indian Defence Forces: A Conceptual Framework Towards Accelerating Carbon Neutrality in India
1 Introduction
2 Defence Forces: Assuming Role as ‘Climate Warriors’
3 Effect of Climate Change on Military Campaigns
4 India’s Aspirational Journey as a Climate Power
5 Case Study: What Other Militaries Are Doing?
5.1 Defence Framework
5.2 Disclosing Military Emissions
6 How Indian Defence Forces Can Contribute?
6.1 Climatization and Transformation (Establishing Climate Change Division in MoD)
6.2 Climate Performance as Strategic Objective
6.3 Green Doctrines
6.4 Sustainable Defence
6.5 Setting Example for Other Defence Forces
7 Conclusion
References
Comparing the Performance of Artificial Neural Network and Multiple Linear Regression in Prediction of a Groundwater Quality Parameter
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Methods
2.1 Study Area
2.2 Data Used
2.3 Artificial Neural Network (ANN)
2.4 Multiple Linear Regression (MLR)
3 Results
3.1 Pearson Correlation Matrix
3.2 ANN and MLR
3.3 Discussion
4 Conclusion
References
Sources and Toxicity Assessment of Cyanide from Iron and Steel Industry Wastewater
1 Introduction
2 Sources and Occurrence of Cyanide
3 Assessment of Toxicity of Cyanide-Containing Steel Industry Wastewater
3.1 Toxicity to Fish
3.2 Toxicity to Invertebrates
3.3 Algae
3.4 Higher Organism
4 Conclusion
References
Assessing the Sustainability of Jatropha and Rapeseed Biodiesel: An LCA Approach
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
2.1 Goal and Scope
2.2 Life Cycle Inventory
2.3 Life Cycle Impact Assessment
3 Result and Discussion
3.1 Human Health
3.2 Ecosystem Quality
3.3 Climate Change
3.4 Resources
4 Conclusion
References
Potential of Individual Leaf Traits and Leaf-Associated Microorganisms in the Removal of Particulate Matter
1 Introduction
2 Role of Different Leaf Traits in PM Removal
3 Role of Leaf-Associated Microbes in Improving Air Quality
4 Conclusion
References
Fluoride Detection in Groundwater and its Correlation with Various Physicochemical Parameters in Gaya Town, Bihar, India
1 Introduction
2 Objectives
3 Study Area
4 Methodology
4.1 A Flowchart Showing the Study’s Progress
4.2 Sample Collection for Analysis
4.3 Statistical Analysis
5 Results and Discussions
6 Conclusion
References
Smart Air Quality Management System (SAQMS) for Smart Villas
1 Introduction
1.1 General
1.2 Air Pollution and Environmental Health Risk
1.3 Major Air Pollutants and Their Threshold Limits
1.4 Smart Cities Mission
2 Data and Methodology
2.1 Data
2.2 Methodology
3 Results
4 Conclusion
References
Impediments in Contextualizing SDGs: Review on India’s City Plan Framework Towards Agenda 2030
1 Introduction
2 India’s Approach to Agenda 2030
2.1 City Development Plans (CDPs) and the SDGs
2.2 Synergizing CDP Elements with SDG Targets Under Different Sustainability Indices
3 Conclusion
References
Water Criteria Evaluation for Drinking Purposes in Mahanadi River Basin, Odisha
1 Introduction
2 Study Area
3 Methodology
3.1 Materials
3.2 Dataset Preparation
4 Results and Discussion
5 Conclusion
References
Estimation of Earth Temperature Profiles for Different Soils and Soil Conditions
1 Introduction
2 Material and Methods
2.1 Earth Temperature Modelling
2.2 Thermal Conductivity of Soil
2.3 Measurement and Instrumentation
2.4 Uncertainty Analysis
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Experimental Analysis
3.2 Theoretical Earth Temperature Profiles for Soils
4 Conclusions
References
A Conspectus on Recent Methodologies and Techniques Used for the Enhancement of Engineered Landfill
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Remarks and Discussion
4 Conclusion
References
Development of an Integrated Assessment Model in the Climate Policy Framework and Its Challenges
1 Introduction
2 What is Integrated Assessment Model and Its Evolution
3 Contribution of Integrated Assessment Model to Climate Policy
3.1 The Use of Disaggregated DP IAMs
3.2 Application of Aggregate BC IAMs
4 Challenges and Uncertainty in IAMs
5 Conclusion
References
Assessment of Human Health Risk Due to Contaminated Groundwater Nearby Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Site: A Case Study in Kanpur City
1 Introduction
1.1 Study Area and Sampling Location
2 Assessment of Health Risk
2.1 Hazard Identification
2.2 Exposure Assessment
2.3 Risk Assessment and Characterization
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusions
References
Scenario of Air Quality Index in India and Its Effect on Human Health and Policies for Green and Clean India
1 Introduction
2 Material and Methods
2.1 Scenario of Air Quality Index (AQI)
2.2 PM2.5 Pollution Bins from 2001 to 2020 in India
2.3 AQI and Health
2.4 Various Plans of the Indian Government to Reduce AQI
3 Conclusions
References
Sustainable Manufacturing: Road to Carbon Zero Footprints
1 Introduction
1.1 A Subsection Sample
2 Carbon Neutral Versus Carbon Zero
3 Carbon Zero in Automobile Industries
4 Barriers to Zero Carbon Manufacturing Implementation
5 Case Study in Indian SME Context
6 Summary and Conclusions
References
Strategies of Installation of a Solar Integrated Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) Plant on a 500-MW Size Coal-Fired Thermal Power Plant in India
1 Introduction
2 Genesis of the Study
3 The Solar Integrated CCS Pilot Plant of Capacity 45 kg/hr CO2 at RKDF University
4 The Strategies for a Scaled-Up CCS Plant on a 500 MW Unit
5 The Scaled-Up CC Plant Layout
6 Conclusion
References
Adsorption Study of Chromium by Using Ziziphus Jujuba Sp. Seed as a Biochar
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Methodology
2.1 Preparation of ZJSB
2.2 Materials
2.3 Batch Experiments:
2.4 Instruments Used for Characterisation of the Biochar
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Characterisation Study
3.2 Adsorption Studies
3.3 Adsorption Isotherm
3.4 Adsorption Kinetics
4 Conclusion
References
Microplastics in River Sediments Nearby to a Sewage Treatment Plant: Extraction, Processing and Characterization Assessment
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Method
2.1 Study Area and Sample Collection
2.2 Extraction of Microplastics from Sediments
2.3 Characterization and Quantification
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Spatial Distribution of Microplastics
3.2 Morphological Characteristics of Microplastics
4 Conclusions
References
Characterization and Sustainable Utilization of Municipal Solid Waste Incineration Ash: A Review
1 Introduction
2 Solid Waste Management Practice in India
3 Characterization and Composition of MSWI Ash
4 Application of MSWI Ashes (as a Resources)
5 Construction Materials
6 Road Construction
7 Soil Stabilization
8 Embankment
9 Land Reclamation
10 Conclusions
11 Recommendations and Future Scope
References
Challenges to Implement Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Sustainability
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Challenges to Deploy Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Sustainability
4 Application of Artificial Intelligence in Environmental Sustainability
5 Conclusion
References
Application of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning in Contaminated Site Remediation
1 Introduction
2 Emerging Technologies
2.1 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
2.2 Machine Learning (ML)
2.3 Deep Learning (DL)
3 Applications of AI, ML and DL to Site Remediation
3.1 AI-Based Optimization of Pump-Treat-Inject Groundwater Remediation: Case Study
3.2 ML-Based Assessment of Electrokinetic Remediation of Contaminated Groundwater: Case Study
3.3 DL-Based Simulation of Contaminant Migration: Case Study
4 Concluding Remarks
References
Assessing the Relationship Among Energy, Economy, and Environment with a Special Reference to India
1 Introduction
2 Material and Methods
2.1 Index Selection
2.2 Model Construction and Index Normalization
2.3 Coupling Development
3 Results and Discussions
4 Conclusion
References
Blending the Need for Heritage Fabric to Upgrade the Land-Use for Futuristic Growth
1 Introduction
1.1 Problem Statements
2 Literature Study
2.1 Kashi Vishwanath Corridor
3 Site Introduction
3.1 Percentage of Tourist Footfall
3.2 Activity Analysis
4 Existing Scenario
5 Short-Term Proposals
5.1 Streets and Drop-Off Zones
5.2 Welcome Gate Design
6 Long-Term Proposals
6.1 Baidyanath–Shivganga Corridor
6.2 Shivganga Ghat
6.3 Mansarovar Complex
6.4 Mandir Parisar
6.5 Heritage Walk
References
Simulation of D-Type (Darrieus) Vertical Axis Wind Turbine Using Q-Blade
1 Introduction
2 Darrieus Type Vertical Axis Wind Turbine
3 Blade Software
3.1 Home Screen
3.2 Profile Input and Design
4 Extrapolation
5 Results and Discussion
5.1 Pressure Distribution Along Aero-Foil
5.2 Power Dissipated
5.3 Structure and Orientation of Blades
5.4 Positive Power Delivery from VAWT
5.5 Power and Velocity of Winds
6 Conclusion
References
Fuzzy Air Quality Index for Air Quality Assessment in Gujarat
1 Introduction
2 Air Quality Index
2.1 Input Parameters
2.2 AQI Computation
2.3 Air Quality in Study Area
3 Fuzzy Logic Approach for Air Quality
3.1 Defining Variables
3.2 Membership Functions
3.3 Fuzzy Inference Rules
3.4 Defuzzification
4 Conclusion
References
Legibility in a City: An Overview of the Factors Affecting Perceptions of Way-Finding in the Built Environment
1 Introduction
2 Identifying the Factors Affecting Legibility
3 Quality of Urban Design
4 Elements of Built Environment
5 Legal Framework for Controlling the Built Environment
6 Responses from Developed Countries
7 Conclusion and Way Forward
References
Evaluation of Property Pricing Structure of Residential Neighborhoods in Correlation with Urban Green Spaces of Noida City
1 Introduction
2 Study Area: Noida City
3 Circle Rates of Noida City
4 Land Rates
5 Comparative Analysis
6 Summary and Conclusion
References