After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Objective of Green Belt Development 2. Suggested Scheme for Future Green Belt Development around Industrial Area 3. Choice of Plant Species 4. Planting Pattern 5. Current Status of Green Belt Development in India. Objective of Green Belt Development: It is an established fact that vegetation plays an important role in cleaning [...]
This article throws light upon the three main areas of application of phytoremediation. The areas of application are: 1. Phyto-Extraction of Metals 2. Phytovolatilisation of Metals 3. Phytodegradation of Metals. Application # 1. Phyto-Extraction of Metals: A review of the phytoremediation literature reveals that, at present, there are two basic strategies of phyto-extraction being developed: chelate-assisted phyto-extraction, which we term [...]
This article throws light upon the eight major urban environmental challenges faced in India. 1. Providing basic environmental services in a way that most effectively protects health: (a) Access to safe potable water, sanitation and drainage facilities. (b) Proper management of solid waste collection and disposal. (c) Reduction of pollution within the households by providing cleaner fuel for cooking and [...]