Carbon and energy taxes in a small and open country

S. Solaymani

Volume 3, Issue 1 , January 2017, , Pages 51-62

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2017.03.01.006

Abstract
  Malaysia, as a small and developing country, must reduce carbon emissions because the country is one of the top CO2-emitting countries in the ASEAN region. Therefore, the current study implements two environmental tax policies; carbon and energy taxes, in order to examine the impacts of these policies ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Risk management in the sphere of state economic security provision using professional liability insurance

O. Faiier; O. Arefieva; I. Miahkykh; N. Babko; S. Kuskova; O. Khloponina-Gnatenko

Volume 5, Special Issue , 2019, , Pages 51-60

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2019.05.SI.06

Abstract
  This study contains a comprehensive scientific analysis of modern problems of risk management in the sphere of state economic security provision using professional liability insurance. The elements of the mechanism for providing economic security are defined, namely: subjects, objects, and instruments ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Forecasting of Covid-19 cases based on prediction using artificial neural network curve fitting technique

S.K. Tamang; P.D. Singh; B. Datta

Volume 6, Special Issue (Covid-19) , 2020, , Pages 53-64

https://doi.org/10.22034/GJESM.2019.06.SI.06

Abstract
  Artificial neural network is considered one of the most efficient methods in processing huge data sets that can be analyzed computationally to reveal patterns, trends, prediction, forecasting etc. It has a great prospective in engineering as well as in medical applications. The present work employs artificial ...  Read More

Environmental Science
Impact of land use change on soil erodibility

F. Taleshian Jeloudar; M. Ghajar Sepanlou; M. Emadi

Volume 4, Issue 1 , January 2018, , Pages 59-70

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2018.04.01.006

Abstract
  Vulnerability of soil separates to detachment by water is described as soil erodibility by Universal Soil Loss Equation which can be affected by land use change. In this study it was attempted to quantify the changes of Universal Soil Loss Equation K-factor and its soil driving factors in three land ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Dissolved organic matter and its correlation with phytoplankton abundance for monitoring surface water quality

O. H. Cahyonugroho; S. Hariyanto; G. Supriyanto

Volume 8, Issue 1 , January 2022, , Pages 59-74

https://doi.org/10.22034/GJESM.2022.01.05

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Dissolved organic matter has a fundamental role in supporting phytoplankton abundance and growth in aquatic environments. However, these organisms produce dissolved organic matter with varied quantities or characteristics depending on the nutrient availability and the species ...  Read More

Optimizing the production of Polyphosphate from Acinetobacter towneri

J. Aravind; T. Saranya; P. Kanmani

Volume 1, Issue 1 , January 2015, , Pages 63-70

https://doi.org/10.7508/gjesm.2015.01.006

Abstract
  Inorganic polyphosphates (PolyP) are linear polymers of few to several hundred orthophosphate residues, linked by energy-rich phosphoanhydride bonds. Four isolates had been screened from soil sample. By MALDI-TOF analysis, they were identified as Bacillius cereus, Acinetobacter towneri, B. megaterium ...  Read More

Hydrologic responses of watershed assessment to land cover and climate change using soil and water assessment tool model

R.C.C. Puno; G.R. Puno; B.A.M. Talisay

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2019, , Pages 71-82

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2019.01.06

Abstract
  Predicting the impact of land cover and climate change on hydrologic responses using modeling tools are essential in understanding the movement and pattern of hydrologic processes within the watershed. The paper provided potential implications of land conversions and climate change scenarios on the hydrologic ...  Read More

Environmental-economic evaluation of sugar cane bagasse gasification power plants versus combined-cycle gas power plants

F. Mohammadi; M.A. Abdoli; M. Amidpour; H. Vahidi; S. Gitipour

Volume 6, Issue 1 , January 2020, , Pages 73-84

https://doi.org/10.22034/GJESM.2020.01.06

Abstract
  Approximately 2.4 million tons of bagasse are produced each year in Iran, most of which are currently treated as waste adding to serious environmental concerns. Application of bagasse for energy production is a sustainable solution to supply the required energy within the sugar refineries and export ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Waste processing techniques at the landfill site using the material flow analysis method

B. Ratnawati; M. Yani; S. Suprihatin; H. Hardjomidjojo

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2023, , Pages 73-86

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2023.01.06

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Waste remains an issue in tandem with the development of the local community. The quantity of waste that is stockpiled in the landfill impacts the amount of leachate, resulting in emissions and reduced landfill capacity. The main challenge for its management is choosing the ...  Read More

Environmental Science
Carbon dioxide net assimilation exchange in a young pecan nut orchard during the growth cycle

A. Zermeño-Gonzalez; E.A. Jimenez-Alcala; J.A. Gil-Marin; H. Ramirez-Rodriguez; M. Cadena-Zapata; A.I. Melendres-Alvarez

Volume 9, Special Issue (Eco-Friendly Sustainable Management) , November 2023, , Pages 77-88

https://doi.org/10.22034/GJESM.2023.09.SI.06

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Pecan nut trees (Carya illinoensis K), due to their condition as woody and long-living species, in addition to the contribution of nuts for consumption, may also have an essential role in assimilating carbon dioxide and sequestering atmospheric carbon. This study aimed to determine ...  Read More

Environmental Science
Evaluation of genotoxic potential induced by marine cage culture

F. Turan; M. Turgut

Volume 7, Issue 1 , January 2021, , Pages 79-88

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2021.01.06

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The eutrophication process is increased by anthropogenic or aquaculture facilities in marine ecosystems. DNA damage biomarkers for fish species detect genotoxic parameters for ecological risk assessment. The aim of the present study was to determine genotoxic potential induced ...  Read More

Aboveground to root biomass ratios in pea and vetch after treatment with organic fertilizer

V. Vasileva

Volume 1, Issue 2 , April 2015, , Pages 145-148

https://doi.org/10.7508/gjesm.2015.02.006

Abstract
  Some growth parameters of pea (cv. Pleven 4) and vetch (cv. Obrazets 666) after treatment with organic fertilizer were studied in a field trial carried out at the Institute of Forage Crops, Pleven, Bulgaria. Humustim as organic fertilizer was applied through presowing treatment of seeds, treatment during ...  Read More

An integrated approach of composting methodologies for solid waste management

K. Kumaresan; R. Balan; A. Sridhar; J. Aravind; P. Kanmani

Volume 2, Issue 2 , April 2016, , Pages 157-162

https://doi.org/10.7508/gjesm.2016.02.006

Abstract
  Organic fraction of solid waste, which upon degradation produces foul smell and generates pathogens, if not properly managed. Composting is not a method of waste disposal but it is a method of waste recycling and used for agricultural purposes. An integrated approach of composting methodology was tested ...  Read More

Polluting potential of post-Fenton products in landfill leachate treatment

M.R. Sabour; A. Amiri

Volume 3, Issue 2 , April 2017, , Pages 177-186

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2017.03.02.006

Abstract
  Fenton process, as one of the most conventional advanced oxidation processes, is widely used in the treatment of specific wastewaters, especially landfill leachate. In current study, the main target was to evaluate some neglected aspects of Fenton process in operational applications. Thus, three novel ...  Read More

Application of DEA technique in SWOT analysis of oily sludge management using fuzzy data

H. Borgheipour; Z. Moghaddas; M. Abbassi; N. Abbaszadeh Tehrani

Volume 4, Issue 2 , April 2018, , Pages 183-194

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2018.04.02.006

Abstract
  The proper management of oily sludge from petroleum products storage tanks is necessary because inappropriate methods for dredging of tanks may result in high costs and increased environmental pollution. The purpose of the current study is to rank the strategies outlined by strengths, weaknesses, opportunities ...  Read More

Bioprospecting and molecular characterization of laccase producing bacteriafrom industrial contaminated sites

H.K. Patel; P.J. Sharma; R.K. Kalaria

Volume 5, Issue 2 , April 2019, , Pages 203-212

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2019.02.06

Abstract
  Laccases have vast prospective for biotechnological applications due to their outstanding bioremediation potential. These include abundant applications in effluent detoxification, enzymatic conversion of chemical intermediates, wine clarification degradation of textile dyes etc. In the present study, ...  Read More

Underlying factors behind the low participation rate in electronic waste recycling

R. Siringo; H. Herdiansyah; R.D. Kusumastuti

Volume 6, Issue 2 , April 2020, , Pages 203-214

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2020.02.06

Abstract
  This study aims to understand influential factors for Jakarta’s residents to participate in a formal electronic waste recycling programme. It questions the efficacy of providing facilities to collect electronic waste despite the lack of legislated regulations or policies. Using the goal-framing ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Community empowerment of waste management in the urban environment: More attention on waste issues through formal and informal educations

A. Brotosusilo; D. Utari; H. A. Negoro; A. Firdaus; R. A. Velentina

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2022, , Pages 209-224

https://doi.org/10.22034/GJESM.2022.02.05

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Indonesia's economic growth is estimated to be driven by high levels of consumption which lead to large amounts of waste. Education is required to raise environmental awareness among the population as it is one of the ways to overcome the waste issue, especially in ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Two-dimensional flood model for risk exposure analysis of land use/land cover in a watershed

G. R. Puno; R. C. Puno; I. V. Maghuyop

Volume 7, Issue 2 , April 2021, , Pages 225-238

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2021.02.06

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The study involved developing a two-dimensional flood model to analyze the risk exposure of land use/land cover based on the generated flood hazard maps for the six return period scenarios in the Solana watershed.METHODS: The approach consisted of applying hydrologic and hydraulic ...  Read More

Equilibrium and kinetic study on chromium (VI) removal from simulated waste water using gooseberry seeds as a novel biosorbent

J. Aravind; G. Sudha;; P. Kanmani; A.J. Devisri; S. Dhivyalakshmi; M. Raghavprasad

Volume 1, Issue 3 , July 2015, , Pages 233-244

https://doi.org/10.7508/gjesm.2015.03.006

Abstract
  Gooseberry seed (Phyllanthus acidus) was used as an adsorbent to determine its feasibility for the removal of Cr(VI). Various parameters such as pH, temperature, contact time, initial metal concentration and adsorbent dosage were investigated to determine the biosorption performance. Equilibrium was ...  Read More

Environmental Engineering
Ecological and human health implications of mercury contamination in the coastal water

A. Mallongi; A.U. Rauf; R.D.P. Astuti; S. Palutturi; H. Ishak

Volume 9, Issue 2 , April 2023, , Pages 261-274

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2023.02.06

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The increasing population and anthropogenic activities in coastal areas affects the presence of mercury in coastal waters. Therefore, this study aims to 1) assess the ecological and human health risk of mercury contamination in coastal water; 2) analyze the effectiveness of ...  Read More

Source apportionment of the sediments entering dam using lithological and mineralogical studies

S. Afshar; B. Saghafian; H.R. Vosoughifar

Volume 2, Issue 3 , September 2016, , Pages 265-274

https://doi.org/10.7508/gjesm.2016.03.006

Abstract
  The present study was carried out to determine the possible origins of sediments entering Taleghan Dam in northern part of Iran, in order to avoid further sedimentation and helping in extension of the useful life of the proposed dam. This was performed by XRD analysis. To do so, first of all, sediment ...  Read More

Environmental Management
Pesticide pollution status in cocoa plantation soil

E. Atuanya; W. Aborisade

Volume 3, Issue 3 , September 2017, , Pages 287-298

https://doi.org/10.22034/gjesm.2017.03.03.006

Abstract
  Management of cocoa plantation field relied on the use of pesticides over the years; hence, the fate of such chemicals is one of the most debated issues among the stakeholders. Young and old cocoa plantation fields from 4 major cocoa producing States in Nigeria were selected as the study area. Eight ...  Read More

A comparative study for air pollution tolerance index of some terrestrial plant species

R.N. Lohe; B. Tyagi; V. Singh; P. Tyagi; D.R. Khanna; R. Bhutiani

Volume 1, Issue 4 , October 2015, , Pages 315-324

https://doi.org/10.7508/gjesm.2015.04.006

Abstract
  Although water and land pollution are very dangerous, air pollution has its own peculiarities due to its transboundary dispersion of pollutants over the entire world. In any well planned urban set up, industrial pollution takes a back seat and vehicular emissions take precedence as the major cause of ...  Read More

Nickel removal from electroplating industry wastewater: A bamboo activated carbon

D. Sivakumar; J. Nouri; T.M. Modhini; K. Deepalakshmi

Volume 4, Issue 3 , July 2018, , Pages 325-338

https://doi.org/10.22034/GJESM.2018.03.006

Abstract
  Water is prime requirement for surviving of any living beings.  The existence of surface water and groundwater sources are used for domestic, agriculture and industrial purposes in all over the world. Fresh water from both the water sources is highly contaminated in recent years because of rapid ...  Read More