Topic Editors
Advances and Innovations in Waste Management
Topic Information
Dear Colleagues,
Climate change forces society towards a climate-neutral economy, through maximising energy efficiency, minimising resource consumption, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Topic “Advances and Innovations in Waste Management” focuses on gathering the most innovative and sustainable solutions in the recovery of materials and energy from waste across various industries to support the transition to a climate-neutral society.
This Topic seeks to promote applied research by showcasing state-of-the-art advancements and offering readers valuable insights that can be applied in laboratory studies and scaled up for industrial use. It also explores innovations in materials science, sustainable technologies, and experimental research, highlighting practical applications of waste recovery in real-world scenarios.
Therefore, we encourage researchers to submit manuscripts showcasing the results of experimental research concerning materials' life cycles, from design and production to usage, and addressing undesired substances and sustainable recycling technologies. This Topic welcomes studies that provide valuable insights into optimizing current value chains up to the end of life. Furthermore, these studies can contribute to defining credible pathways for materials transition, fostering the safe and circular use of products. Additionally, this Topic places a strong emphasis on integrating advanced methodologies—such as life cycle assessment (LCA), artificial intelligence, and machine learning—to assess and optimize the environmental, economic, and social impacts of materials and processes.
We invite contributions that delve into these factors and offer insights in addressing resource depletion.
Dr. Francesco Todaro
Prof. Dr. Michele Notarnicola
Dr. Eggo Ulphard Thoden van Velzen
Dr. Andrea Petrella
Dr. Giusy Santomasi
Dr. Giovanni Gadaleta
Topic Editors
Keywords
- waste recovery
- urban mining
- recycling technologies
- circular economy
- environmental impact reduction
- waste-to-energy technologies
- hazardous waste management
Participating Journals
| Journal Name | Impact Factor | CiteScore | Launched Year | First Decision (median) | APC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Clean Technologies
|
4.1 | 8.3 | 2019 | 33.5 Days | CHF 1600 | Submit |
Polymers
|
4.7 | 9.7 | 2009 | 14.5 Days | CHF 2700 | Submit |
Recycling
|
4.6 | 8.9 | 2016 | 20.9 Days | CHF 1800 | Submit |
Resources
|
3.6 | 7.2 | 2012 | 26.1 Days | CHF 1600 | Submit |
Sustainability
|
3.3 | 7.7 | 2009 | 19.7 Days | CHF 2400 | Submit |
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