Protecting the Ozone Layer
Protecting the Ozone Layer

Author: Stephen O Andersen

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-05-23

Total Pages: 549

ISBN-13: 113655923X

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In the 1970s the world became aware of a huge danger: the destruction of the stratospheric ozone layer by CFCs escaping into the atmosphere, and the damage this could do to human health and the food chain. So great was the threat that by 1987 the UN had succeeded in coordinating an international treaty to phase out emissions; which, over the following 15 years has been implemented. It has been hailed as an outstanding success. It needed the participation of all the parties: governments, industry, scientists, campaigners, NGOs and the media, and is a model for future treaties. This volume provides the authoritative and comprehensive history of the whole process from the earliest warning signs to the present. It is an invaluable record for all those involved and a necessary reference for future negotiations to a wide range of scholars, students and professionals.

Namibian Environmental Directory
Namibian Environmental Directory

Author: Mally Mott-Adams

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13:

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Directory of governmental and non-governmental organisations active in environmental protection and education.

Alternatives to Methyl Bromide
Alternatives to Methyl Bromide

Author:

Publisher: UNEP/Earthprint

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9789280719741

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Methyl bromide, a potent pest control chemical, was identified as an ozone depleting substance (ODS) in 1972. The phase out of this toxic chemical presents a special challenge. To replace methyl bromide, users around the world must have access to reliable and useful technical information. This publication was produced by the United Nations Environment Programme to promote the methyl bromide phase out. It allows the reader to carefully and thoroughly assess many available alternatives and decide on the best option for their situation. The publication also provides addresses of suppliers and specialists in alternatives; references and websites; and contacts for implementing agencies.

Eco-Friendly Adhesives for Wood and Natural Fiber Composites
Eco-Friendly Adhesives for Wood and Natural Fiber Composites

Author: Mohammad Jawaid

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-01-21

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 981334749X

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This book provides an overview of eco-friendly resins and their composite materials covering their synthesis, sources, structures and properties for different industrial applications to support the ongoing research and development in eco-friendly and renewable commercial products. It provides comparative discussions on the properties of eco-friendly resins with other polymer composites. It is a useful reference on bio-based eco-friendly polymer resins, wood-based composites, natural fibers and biomass materials for the polymer scientists, engineers and material scientists.