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Sustainable Development and Emerging Pollutants: Innovations in Detection, Management, and Environmental Protection

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Sustainability and Applications".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 2661

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Souad El Hajjaji

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Laboratory of Spectroscopy, Molecular Modelling, Materials, Nanomaterials, Water and Environment, Environmental Materials Team, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Rabat B.P. 1014, Morocco
Interests: chemistry; environment; material science
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Prof. Dr. Najoua Labjar

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Laboratory of Spectroscopy, Molecular Modelling, Materials, Nanomaterials, Water and Environment, Environmental Materials Team, ENSAM, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Avenue des Forces Armées Royales, Rabat B.P. 6207, Morocco
Interests: chemistry; environment; material science
Prof. Dr. Hamid Nasrellah

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1. Laboratory of Organic Bioorganic Chemistry and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Chouaib Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco
2. Higher School of Education and Training, Chouaib Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco
Interests: synthesis; materials; valuation; environnement

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Emerging pollutants pose significant challenges to environmental and human health due to their persistence, bioaccumulation potential, and often unregulated nature. This Special Issue focuses on innovative approaches for detecting, managing, and mitigating these pollutants, aiming to support sustainable development goals. It combines interdisciplinary research on novel analytical techniques, real-time detection methods, and sustainable management practices that address contaminants such as pharmaceuticals, microplastics, personal care products, and industrial chemicals. This issue aims to provide a platform for researchers, environmental scientists, and policymakers to explore scalable, eco-friendly solutions for monitoring and controlling these contaminants. Through detailed experimental and methodological insights, this issue will supplement existing literature by bridging detection science, sustainable chemistry, and environmental protection, contributing to formulating effective policies and sustainable practices in pollutant management.

(1) Focus, Scope, and Purpose:

Focus: The Special Issue centers on detecting and managing emerging pollutants, emphasizing sustainable practices that align with global environmental protection goals.

Scope: It covers new analytical technologies, sustainable mitigation strategies, and policy recommendations for reducing the environmental impact of emerging pollutants across various ecosystems.

Purpose: To foster a comprehensive understanding of advanced detection methods and sustainable pollutant control strategies, ultimately supporting regulatory frameworks and long-term environmental sustainability.

(2) Contribution to Literature:

This Special Issue builds on existing research by focusing on sustainable technologies and innovative methods for emerging pollutant management. It integrates recent advances in detection science with practical applications in environmental sustainability, offering interdisciplinary perspectives that address gaps in conventional literature around sustainable pollutant mitigation.

Prof. Dr. Souad El Hajjaji
Prof. Dr. Najoua Labjar
Prof. Dr. Hamid Nasrellah
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • emerging pollutants
  • sustainable development
  • environmental protection
  • pollutant detection methods
  • green chemistry
  • eco-toxicology
  • contaminant management
  • policy and regulation
  • environmental monitoring
  • wastewater treatment

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Advancing Sustainable Medical Waste Management: A Case Study on Waste Generation and Classification in a University Hospital Microbiology Laboratory
by Ender Çetin, Ahmad Hussein and Sevgi Güneş-Durak
Sustainability 2025, 17(10), 4325; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17104325 - 9 May 2025
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Effective medical waste management is crucial for minimizing environmental contamination, protecting occupational health, and advancing sustainability goals in healthcare systems. However, microbiology laboratories remain underexplored in waste characterization studies, despite their potential to contribute to sustainable healthcare operations. This study assessed waste generation [...] Read more.
Effective medical waste management is crucial for minimizing environmental contamination, protecting occupational health, and advancing sustainability goals in healthcare systems. However, microbiology laboratories remain underexplored in waste characterization studies, despite their potential to contribute to sustainable healthcare operations. This study assessed waste generation patterns, classification accuracy, and the impact of training on regulatory compliance in a university hospital microbiology laboratory. Over 45 days, waste from six specialized units was categorized and weighed daily. A survey of 304 healthcare professionals evaluated their knowledge of medical waste handling. Statistical analyses revealed that training frequency (R2 = 0.72, p < 0.01) was the most significant predictor of compliance, while years of experience had no measurable impact. On average, the laboratory generated 22.78 kg/day of medical waste, 11.67 kg/day of liquid waste, and 5.61 kg/day of sharps waste, with the bacteriology unit being the largest contributor. Despite adequate general awareness, 15% of staff misclassified hazardous waste—particularly expired pharmaceuticals and cytotoxic vials—indicating critical gaps in practice. The findings support the need for recurring training programs, stricter monitoring systems, improved waste labeling, and the integration of digital tracking tools. These interventions can reduce environmental burdens, enhance healthcare sustainability, and support the development of more resilient waste management systems in medical institutions. Future research should explore how AI and automation can further strengthen sustainable healthcare waste strategies. Full article
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The Optimization of Advanced Oxidation Processes for the Degradation of Industrial Pollutants
by Sabina Ziembowicz and Małgorzata Kida
Sustainability 2025, 17(5), 1908; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17051908 - 24 Feb 2025
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The suitability of advanced oxidation processes to industrial pollutants was evaluated. Three dyes were selected for research: Indigo carmine, Tartrazine, and Allura red AC. Single processes (oxidation by H2O2, Fenton process, ozonation), and hybrid processes (O3 + H [...] Read more.
The suitability of advanced oxidation processes to industrial pollutants was evaluated. Three dyes were selected for research: Indigo carmine, Tartrazine, and Allura red AC. Single processes (oxidation by H2O2, Fenton process, ozonation), and hybrid processes (O3 + H2O2, O3 + Fenton) were applied. The results of the research obtained indicated that the use of hydrogen peroxide alone is not effective in the degradation of the analyzed dyes (max. efficiency was 9.38%). The use of the Fenton process (1 mg of Fe2+, 15 µL of H2O2, pH = 3) allows for the complete decolorization of all dyes tested, while the time for each dye is different (2 min for Indigo carmine, 15 min for Tartrazine, and 30 min for Allura red AC). Ozonation is effective in removing only Indigo carmine. Thirty minutes of ozonation (pH = 5.5) results in a 97% elimination of this dye, while for Tartrazine and Allura red AC, the results were 8.46% and 4.32%, respectively. The addition of H2O2 and Fe(II) ions during ozonation accelerates the degradation of Indigo carmine (from 30 min to 1 min) and increases the elimination degree to approx. 80% of Tartrazine and Allura red AC. It has been proven that AOPs, for example, the Fenton process and ozonation, are sustainable in removing industrial pollutants, e.g., dyes. Full article
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