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Chapter 7 Biomedical waste treatment and energy generation

  • Alok Ranjan , Shruti Kaushik , Manali Singh and Shivani Bhutani
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Biomedical Waste Management
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Abstract

Biomedical waste treatment and energy generation represent innovative approaches to address the challenges posed by the disposal of medical waste while harnessing energy from organic sources. Biomedical waste, which includes materials generated during healthcare activities, poses significant environmental and health risks if not managed properly. Traditional disposal methods, such as landfilling and incineration, can lead to pollution and resource wastage. In response, the integration of waste treatment technologies with energy recovery processes has emerged as a sustainable solution. Biomedical waste consists of various materials such as sharps, expired pharmaceuticals, and pathological waste. Proper treatment is essential to mitigate the risks associated with handling and disposal. Treatment methods typically involve sterilization, disinfection, and safe disposal practices. Autoclaving, microwaving, chemical treatment, and irradiation are common techniques employed to neutralize pathogens and decrease the amount of waste. Segregation of waste is crucial to ensure effective treatment and minimize contamination.

Abstract

Biomedical waste treatment and energy generation represent innovative approaches to address the challenges posed by the disposal of medical waste while harnessing energy from organic sources. Biomedical waste, which includes materials generated during healthcare activities, poses significant environmental and health risks if not managed properly. Traditional disposal methods, such as landfilling and incineration, can lead to pollution and resource wastage. In response, the integration of waste treatment technologies with energy recovery processes has emerged as a sustainable solution. Biomedical waste consists of various materials such as sharps, expired pharmaceuticals, and pathological waste. Proper treatment is essential to mitigate the risks associated with handling and disposal. Treatment methods typically involve sterilization, disinfection, and safe disposal practices. Autoclaving, microwaving, chemical treatment, and irradiation are common techniques employed to neutralize pathogens and decrease the amount of waste. Segregation of waste is crucial to ensure effective treatment and minimize contamination.

Chapters in this book

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. Contents V
  3. List of contributing authors IX
  4. Chapter 1 Current status of biomedical waste generation in the world 1
  5. Chapter 2 Conventional and modern biomedical waste management technologies 15
  6. Chapter 3 Biomedical waste management: challenges and opportunities 39
  7. Chapter 4 Technological advancements for biomedical waste management 51
  8. Chapter 5 Segregation of biomedical waste: methodologies and importance 65
  9. Chapter 6 Metal recovery from biomedical waste: prospects and Perspectives 85
  10. Chapter 7 Biomedical waste treatment and energy generation 103
  11. Chapter 8 Biomedical waste and bioenergy: prospects and challenges 115
  12. Chapter 9 Utilization of biomedical waste as construction substitute 131
  13. Chapter 10 Segregation of biomedical waste: methodologies and importance 147
  14. Chapter 11 Biomedical waste management strategies: prospects and future scenario 161
  15. Chapter 12 The significance of information technology in enhancing revenue generation from biomedical waste management 179
  16. Chapter 13 Economics and market scenario of biomedical waste management 193
  17. Chapter 14 Biomedical waste: economics and market trends 207
  18. Chapter 15 Government initiatives and futuristic plans for waste management and revenue generation 219
  19. Chapter 16 Biomedical waste: environmental impacts and sustainable management 231
  20. Chapter 17 Environmental impact of diverse biomedical waste and their sustainable management strategies 261
  21. Chapter 18 Recovery of silver from used X-ray film for Sphingomonas paucimobilis MX8 273
  22. Index 283
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111305288-007

Chapters in this book

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. Contents V
  3. List of contributing authors IX
  4. Chapter 1 Current status of biomedical waste generation in the world 1
  5. Chapter 2 Conventional and modern biomedical waste management technologies 15
  6. Chapter 3 Biomedical waste management: challenges and opportunities 39
  7. Chapter 4 Technological advancements for biomedical waste management 51
  8. Chapter 5 Segregation of biomedical waste: methodologies and importance 65
  9. Chapter 6 Metal recovery from biomedical waste: prospects and Perspectives 85
  10. Chapter 7 Biomedical waste treatment and energy generation 103
  11. Chapter 8 Biomedical waste and bioenergy: prospects and challenges 115
  12. Chapter 9 Utilization of biomedical waste as construction substitute 131
  13. Chapter 10 Segregation of biomedical waste: methodologies and importance 147
  14. Chapter 11 Biomedical waste management strategies: prospects and future scenario 161
  15. Chapter 12 The significance of information technology in enhancing revenue generation from biomedical waste management 179
  16. Chapter 13 Economics and market scenario of biomedical waste management 193
  17. Chapter 14 Biomedical waste: economics and market trends 207
  18. Chapter 15 Government initiatives and futuristic plans for waste management and revenue generation 219
  19. Chapter 16 Biomedical waste: environmental impacts and sustainable management 231
  20. Chapter 17 Environmental impact of diverse biomedical waste and their sustainable management strategies 261
  21. Chapter 18 Recovery of silver from used X-ray film for Sphingomonas paucimobilis MX8 273
  22. Index 283
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