Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yufen Wang, Kaixin Zheng, Haixiao Guo, Yindong Tong, Tingting Zhu, Yiwen Liu
Summary: This study revealed that vivianite significantly inhibits anaerobic digestion of waste activated sludge, leading to a decrease in methane yield, an increase in substrate remaining, and an impact on microbial communities.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Runze Xu, Shiyu Fang, Le Zhang, Xiaoshi Cheng, Wenxuan Huang, Feng Wang, Fang Fang, Jiashun Cao, Dongbo Wang, Jingyang Luo
Summary: The study revealed the significant impact of intrinsic drawbacks in WAS on AD performance, including cemented structure, low biomass fraction, and high levels of inhibitory pollutants. To enhance WAS digestion efficiency, potential strategies such as pretreatment, bioaugmentation, and substance addition were critically analyzed. Future directions for improving WAS digestion were also proposed from technical, management, and economic perspectives.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiang Tang, Baowei Zhang, Changzheng Fan, Guangming Zeng, Weiping Xiong, Chengyun Zhou, Yang Yang, Xiaoya Ren, Xiaopei Li, Kunyue Luo
Summary: The addition of cationic polyacrylamide (cPAM) was effective in alleviating the toxicity of PVC microplastics on the anaerobic digestion of waste activated sludge, leading to increased methane production and overall efficiency of the anaerobic system. This positive impact was mainly attributed to cPAM reducing leaching of bisphenol-A (BPA) and the efficiency of reactive oxygen species (ROS) entering the microbial cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jie Liu, Zi Zhang, Weiqi Xue, Withanage B. Siriweera, Guanghao Chen, Di Wu
Summary: This study investigated a new bioresource technology for recovering raw chemicals of sulfated polysaccharides (SPs) from digested saline waste activated sludge. The extracted SPs were proven to be high purity (>80%) and had significant properties such as anti-inflammation, anti-oxidation, and anti-coagulation for potential pharmaceutical-like application.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mengyu Yin, Hongbo Chen
Summary: Chitosan plays a positive role in anaerobic digestion of waste activated sludge, enhancing methane production potential and promoting sludge agglomeration through various mechanisms, ultimately contributing to the gasification process.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Cong-Cong Tang, Bao-Cai Zhang, Xing-Ye Yao, Ai-Juan Zhou, Wenzong Liu, Yong-Xiang Ren, Zhihua Li, Aijie Wang, Zhang-Wei He
Summary: This study investigated the response mechanisms of anaerobic digestion of waste activated sludge to different particle sizes of zeolite. It was found that zeolite with a particle size of 0.2-0.5 mm and an additive dosage of 0.1 g/g VSS increased methane production by 22.08% compared to the control. Mechanism study revealed that zeolite improved the hydrolysis, acidification, and methanogenesis stages, leading to the enhanced consumption of soluble polysaccharides and proteins, increased accumulation of short-chain fatty acids, optimized composition of short-chain fatty acids, increased activity of F420, and promoted syntrophic metabolism between bacteria and methanogens.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lei Zhang, Yiyang Yuan, Yingdi Zhang, Yang Liu
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of using calcium hypochlorite (Ca(ClO)(2)) to improve the thermophilic digestion of anaerobic wasted activated sludge (WAS). The results show that Ca(ClO)(2) pretreatment significantly enhances the removal efficiency and methane yield of WAS under low organic loading rate (OLR) conditions. However, the pretreatment effect is not significant under high OLR conditions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Xuran Liu, Dongbo Wang, Zhijie Chen, Wei Wei, Giorgio Mannina, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This paper reviews the presence and inhibition mechanisms of refractory substances in waste activated sludge (WAS) and comprehensively discusses the pretreatment strategies for enhancing WAS biodegradability by facilitating refractory substances conversion. Future research needs to focus on removing the hindering barrier of refractory substances on WAS biodegradability.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mingting Du, Xuran Liu, Dongbo Wang, Qi Yang, Abing Duan, Hong Chen, Yiwen Liu, Qilin Wang, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This study delves into the degradation of capsaicin in anaerobic co-digestion, revealing that capsaicin inhibits methane production and affects the activity of anaerobic microbes, particularly impacting hydrolysis, acidogenesis, and methanogenesis.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yuqi Wu, Kang Song
Summary: The study on anaerobic co-digestion of waste activated sludge and fish waste showed that adding 1.5% and 3% of fish waste could enhance methane production, while adding more than 6% inhibited methane production severely. Microbial community analysis revealed dominance of hydrogenotrophic and methylotrophic methanogenesis pathways during anaerobic co-digestion.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meng Gao, Siqi Li, Huijing Zou, Fushan Wen, Anrong Cai, Ruilin Zhu, Wenjing Tian, Dezhi Shi, Hongxiang Chai, Li Gu
Summary: Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a sustainable method for recovering energy from organic wastes, but the efficiency for waste activated sludge (WAS) is limited due to WAS hydrolysis constraints. This study proposes a strategy to treat WAS and landfill leachate simultaneously, aiming to enhance WAS hydrolysis and organic conversion to methane. The effects of landfill leachate on the different stages of AD of WAS were investigated, showing that appropriate amounts of leachate can promote solubilization, hydrolysis, and acidogenesis, but not methanogenesis. Mechanism studies revealed the beneficial effects of humic acid in leachate on hydrolysis and acidogenesis, and the dose-dependent effects of heavy metals on the AD process. Additionally, microbial community analysis showed an increase in microbes responsible for hydrolysis and acidogenesis with the presence of landfill leachate.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kaihao Hou, Xi Luo, Muxiang Liang, Xiaoming Liu, Qi Xu, Jing Chen, Xiejuan Lu, Xiaohui Wu, Feixiang Zan
Summary: Waste activated sludge pretreatment with sulfite and heat can effectively improve sludge hydrolysis rate and methane production. By combining sulfite and heat pretreatment, soluble substances and methane production can be significantly enhanced. The HESP method shows promise in enhancing methane production and promoting methanogenic metabolism, but further experimentation is needed for specific conditions.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sijing Zhu, Hongbo Chen
Summary: The study showed that polyferric chloride (PFC) has an inhibitory effect on methane production during waste activated sludge anaerobic digestion. PFC released hydroxy polymers and Fe(III), leading to a decrease in methane production by inducing dissimilar iron reduction processes and altering microbial communities. This innovative insight could guide flocculant selection in wastewater treatment.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhiren Cao, Xiaoding Huang, You Wu, Dongbo Wang, Wenjie Du, Jiamin Zhang, Qi Yang, Zhe Kuang, Zhuo Chen, Xiaoming Li
Summary: This study investigated the effect of AHTN on waste activated sludge anaerobic digestion, finding that AHTN can enhance methane production up to a certain concentration, but decrease it when reaching a certain threshold. Additionally, AHTN can facilitate the utilization of volatile fatty acids, with a degradation efficiency of 42.7%. Mechanism investigation showed that AHTN can promote solubilization, fermentation, and methanogenesis processes, leading to increased methane production.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hongbo Chen, Mengge Tang, Xiao Yang, Yiu Fai Tsang, Yanxin Wu, Dongbo Wang, Yaoyu Zhou
Summary: The study identifies the key role of Polyamide 6 (PA6) microplastics in enhancing methane production during anaerobic digestion, with a significant increase in methane production due to the presence of caprolactam (CPL). PA6 has a less toxic effect compared to other microplastics on waste activated sludge (WAS) anaerobic digestion, and it promotes key enzyme activities leading to increased methane production potential and volatile solids destruction.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yin Chen, Zhaojun Zheng, Zixuan Ai, Yan Zhang, Chin Ping Tan, Yuanfa Liu
Summary: This study investigated the physicochemical and antioxidant characteristics of protein hydrolysate and its peptide fractions. It was found that peptides smaller than 3 kDa exhibited the strongest antioxidant activity, while the 3-10 kDa peptide fraction had the optimal Fe2+ chelating activity. These peptide fractions derived from black bean protein can be used as natural antioxidant alternatives.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ziyan Wang, Jieyu Gu, Difei Zhang, Yan Zhang, Jinghua Chen
Summary: In this study, a series of multiresponsive hydrogels were prepared by using biocompatible starting materials and a dynamic covalent imine/Diels-Alder network. By further crosslinking with a hyperbranched triethoxysilane reagent, the hydrogels exhibited strengthened self-healing and temperature-responsive shape memory effect. With superior stretchability, good cytocompatibility, and 3D printable properties, these multifunctional hydrogels showed great potential for broad biomedical applications.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zhenbo Yuan, Huibin Xu, Yan Zhang, Yijian Rao
Summary: In this study, the recent progress in gene cluster mining and biosynthetic pathway elucidation of natural products containing bisanthraquinone and related xanthones is summarized. These findings may pave the way for further structural modification and production of these compounds through gene and protein engineering.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qihao Cao, Chang Wang, Daoyuan Tang, Xuedong Zhang, Ping Wu, Yan Zhang, He Liu, Zhiyong Zheng
Summary: A novel biochar co-activated by KOH and residual FeCl3 was synthesized for efficient Hg0 removal from coal-fired flue gas. The co-activated biochar exhibited high surface area and magnetization characteristics, resulting in superior Hg0 removal capability compared to other materials. Oxidation by Cl* radicals and C-Cl as well as weak chemisorption were found to contribute to the removal of Hg0. This biochar provides a reliable alternative material for the treatment of coal-fired flue gas.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaodong Hou, Huibin Xu, Zhenbo Yuan, Zhiwei Deng, Kai Fu, Yue Gao, Changmei Liu, Yan Zhang, Yijian Rao
Summary: The authors identify and engineer the anthrol reductase CbAR, which can convert 2,2-disubstituted 1,3-cyclodiketones and alpha-haloacetophenones to enantiopure chiral alcohols.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sai Yang, Xiaodong Hou, Zhiwei Deng, Lifeng Yang, Qian Ping, Zhenbo Yuan, Yan Zhang, Yijian Rao
Summary: In this study, a thermostable YojKM1 mutant was successfully developed for the potential industrial production of Reb D. The mutant exhibited a significantly increased halftime at 50 degrees C and improved catalytic activity. Structural analysis revealed that the enhanced thermostability of YojKM1 was attributed to the formation of new hydrogen bond interactions, salt bridges, and optimization of surface electrostatic charges. A fed-batch reaction using the mutant resulted in a high yield of Reb D at 50 degrees C.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Danjie Wu, Le Zhang, Yan Zhang, Jiachen Shi, Chin Ping Tan, Zhaojun Zheng, Yuanfa Liu
Summary: Using lipidomics, the researchers analyzed and compared the lipid patterns of human milk (HM) and infant formulas (IFs) and found significant differences in the lipid compositions. HM was rich in unsaturated and long-chain fatty acids, while IFs mainly consisted of saturated and medium-chain fatty acids. The glycerophospholipid metabolism pathway was found to be the most significant. These findings provide valuable insights for the development of Chinese infant formulas.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xue Chen, Zhouping Wang, Xuancheng Shen, Yan Zhang, Yang Lou, Chengsi Pan, Yongfa Zhu, Jing Xu
Summary: A plasmonic Z-scheme Ag@AgCl/PDI photocatalyst was synthesized using a deposition-photoreduction method. This photocatalyst exhibited improved light absorption ability and enhanced oxidation capacity, leading to remarkable visible-light photocatalytic performance for the elimination of organic pollutants and antibiotic resistant bacteria and genes. The degradation rates of the photocatalyst were significantly higher compared to SA-PDI, and it displayed efficient killing and inactivation of antibiotic resistant bacteria and genes.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Baotong Ye, Zhi Cai, Qimeng Wang, Yan Zhang, Jinghua Chen
Summary: Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) play important roles in biological processes, but their synthesis is challenging. This study developed a new format of GAG mimetic structure using easily prepared supramolecularly assembled polymers. Highly sulfated glycol groups showed strong promotion effect for cell proliferation, indicating potential for tissue engineering applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ping Wu, Jie Zhang, Jing Li, Yan Zhang, Bo Fu, Ming-Yi Xu, Yi-Feng Zhang, He Liu
Summary: Nano zero-valent iron (NZVI) was used to improve carboxylic acid production in the integrated system of microbial electrosynthesis (MES) coupled with chain elongation, and the mechanisms of promotion were revealed. Results showed that the highest production concentrations of acetate, butyrate, and caproate were observed at 7.5 g/L optimized NZVI dosage, increasing the total yield and coulomb efficiency by 23.7 % and 40.3 % compared to the control. NZVI assisted in carboxylic acid production from CO2 via chain elongation by enhancing electron transfer performance and facilitating the formation of electroactive biofilms.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jie Zhang, He Liu, Yan Zhang, Bo Fu, Chao Zhang, Min-Hua Cui, Ping Wu, Zi-Wei Guan
Summary: Fe2+ and Ni2+ supplementation can enhance the acetate production in microbial electrosynthesis (MES) through CO2 reduction. The addition of Fe2+ and Ni2+ significantly increased the acetate production. Fe2+ and Ni2+ addition had little effect on microbial composition, but up-regulated the gene expression of energy metabolism and the carbon fixation pathways. Fe2+ and Ni2+ addition also promoted the expression of the methyl branch and carboxyl branch of the Wood-Ljungdahl pathway, resulting in increased acetate production.
WORLD JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ye Yao, Bo Fu, Dongfei Han, Yan Zhang, Zhiyuan Wei, He Liu
Summary: By analyzing gene copy number, phylogeny, and selective pressure of genes involved in Wood-Ljungdahl pathway (WLP), this study investigated the habitat adaptation of gastrointestinal acetogens. The results showed that gastrointestinal acetogens had lower gene copy number of formate dehydrogenase (FDH) compared to non-gastrointestinal acetogens, and in some cases, FDH genes were completely absent. Furthermore, positive selection in fdhF genes indicated its role in adaptation. These findings suggest that gastrointestinal acetogens have adapted to formate-rich habitats through reduction or loss of FDH genes, and the evolution of fdhF may be independent.
ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Difei Zhang, Ziyan Wang, Jieyu Gu, Yan Zhang, Jinghua Chen
Summary: Biocatalysis is becoming increasingly important in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries due to its efficiency, selectivity, and environmental friendliness. Improving enzyme catalytic activity remains challenging due to costly and time-consuming strategies. In this study, a new type of glycogen-based dynamic nano-frameworks was developed as additives for the direct activation of carbonic anhydrase (bCA). The functionalization of the branched glycogen structures allowed for conjugation and stabilization of the target enzyme, resulting in higher activation effect for bCA compared to other glycogen structures. The study also provided insights into protein-polymer interactions for various biochemical applications.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ling Wang, Chang Liu, Thangavel Sangeetha, Wei Mon Yan, Fang Sun, Zhiling Li, Xiaodong Wang, Kailing Pan, Aijie Wang, Xuejun Bi, Wenzong Liu
Summary: Integrated microbial electrolysis with anaerobic digestion using high-alkaline pretreatment and microbial electrolysis system was proposed for efficient waste activated sludge hydrolysis and methanogenesis. High-alkaline pretreatment doubled SCOD release and VFAs accumulation, but inhibited methanogenesis. Microbial electrolysis effectively alleviated this inhibition by consuming VFAs and speeding up methanogenesis process. The optimal methane yield was achieved at a voltage of 0.5 V.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Cong-Cong Tang, Bao-Cai Zhang, Xing-Ye Yao, Thangavel Sangeetha, Ai -Juan Zhou, Wenzong Liu, Yong-Xiang Ren, Zhihua Li, Aijie Wang, Zhang-Wei He
Summary: Anaerobic digestion is a commonly used method for treating waste activated sludge, and natural zeolite has the potential to improve methane production from this process. The optimal dosage of natural zeolite was found to be 0.1 g zeolite/g volatile suspended solids, resulting in a 20.1% increase in methane yield compared to the control. Natural zeolite had a greater effect on protein transfer and conversion than polysaccharides, and it improved the hydrolysis, acidification, and methanogenesis stages of anaerobic digestion. The dosages of natural zeolite also influenced bacterial and archaeal communities in biofilm and suspension.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaojian Liu, Bei Wang, Yayun Ma, Xiangyang Zhou, Juan Yang, Yuehui He, Jingjing Tang, Fanyun Su, Wan Yang
Summary: This study proposes a combined process of reduction roasting of herb-medicine residue and oxalic acid leaching to improve the recovery efficiency of lithium from spent lithium-ion batteries. By utilizing the reducing gas produced from the pyrolysis of herb-medicine residue, the layered structure of the cathode powder is destroyed and converted into Li2CO3, Ni, Co, and MnO. Additionally, selective extraction of lithium is achieved using oxalic acid, and the efficiency and kinetics of lithium extraction are improved under the combined action of herb-medicine residue and oxalic acid.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muxina Konarova, Nuno Batalha, Gabriel Fraga, Mohamed H. M. Ahmed, Steven Pratt, Bronwyn Laycock
Summary: This study presents a proof of concept for a technology that integrates PET recovery from mixed plastic waste and plastic pyrolysis. By depolymerizing PET into TPA using a low volatility oil as medium, it achieves low-pressure operation and a selective separation and recovery of TPA from the product mix. Full PET conversion and high TPA recovery were achieved, making it an effective solution for processing mixed waste streams and improving the yield and quality of liquid product from thermal pyrolysis compared to untreated feedstock.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhenhua Sun, Jing Li, Xuejiang Wang, Siqing Xia, Jianfu Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the influence of in-situ formed MgFe2O4 on the hydrothermal treatment of swine manure. The results showed that the in-situ formation of MgFe2O4 improved the dehydration and decarboxylation of organic components in swine manure, thereby improving its carbonization degree. Furthermore, it enhanced the stabilization of heavy metals and the retention of phosphorus. MgFe2O4 modified hydrochars exhibited remarkable adsorption capacity for Pb(II) and Cu(II) without any leaching of heavy metals.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yijing Jiang, Boyang Leng, Jingxin Xi
Summary: The increased generation of municipal solid waste has had a significant impact on the economy, environment, and public health. The current waste treatment process has limitations. By developing a comprehensive social costing model, this study assesses the impacts of municipal solid waste management throughout its life cycle and provides policymakers with best practices and feasibility information.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Marina Hernandes de Paula e Silva, Ricardo Coser Mergulha, Jose Geraldo Vidal Vieira, Andrea Brasco Pampanelli, Rodrigo Salvador, Diogo Aparecido Lopes Silva
Summary: This study developed and implemented a self-assessment tool to assist companies in decision-making processes for establishing circular flows based on Lean Manufacturing and Circular Economy principles. The tool utilized a maturity model and was applied to nine companies of varying characteristics. The findings revealed that certain companies showed higher maturity in water-waste and chemical-emissions management, with larger enterprises focusing on these strategies. However, many companies lacked sufficient training and employee awareness prior to seeking cleaner alternatives, and comprehensive actions to manage the product lifecycle were lacking. To address these gaps, the tool provided tailored recommendations for each company to improve their processes, products, and value chain.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gamze Dogdu, Turgay Pekdemir, Sanaz Lakestani, Seyda Karabork, Osman Cavus
Summary: This paper presents data on food waste associated with mini size food packaging services, highlighting the difficulties in emptying the food and consumer wastefulness as the main causes. These findings have significant implications for the sustainability of food and relevant packaging.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qingxia Li, Xin Kong, Yuxin Chen, Jianan Niu, Jia Jing, Jin Yuan, Yifeng Zhang
Summary: This study investigates how to enhance methane production from food waste after hydrothermal pretreatment. The results demonstrate a significant increase in methane yield when zero-valent iron and magnetite are used together, and high organic loading is favorable for methane production. Microbial diversity analysis further reveals the dominant pathways and metabolic processes involved in methane generation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
D. H. H. Sim, I. A. W. Tan, L. L. P. Lim, E. T. Lau, B. H. Hameed
Summary: The development of controlled-release fertilizer formulation is important for preventing environmental pollution caused by nutrient leaching and volatilization. This study combined biochar-based fertilizer with encapsulation technology to improve the nutrient release mechanism. Optimal conditions for synthesizing urea-impregnated biochar (UIB) were determined using central composite design, and the release of nitrogen was described by mathematical models. Results showed that encapsulated UIB (EUIB) achieved complete release of nitrogen in water and exhibited improved water retention in sandy-textural soil. Therefore, EUIB derived from peppercorn waste has the potential to be used as a sustainable controlled-release fertilizer for agriculture.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuchuan Wang, Neslihan Akdeniz
Summary: Incorporating biochar into composting systems can increase compost temperatures. This study developed a heat transfer model for a biochar-amended co-composting system and found that biochar increased thermal conductive losses but also enhanced microbial activity, resulting in an overall increase in total heat unit. When biochar was applied on the surface, it mainly functioned as an insulator.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
George Tsalis, Birger Boutrup Jensen, Jessica Aschemann-Witzel
Summary: This paper empirically explores the relationship between retail price promotions and household food waste. The results show that households with a higher proportion of discount food purchases and environmental awareness tend to waste less food, while larger households and those lacking food handling skills tend to waste more food.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lukas Friederici, Arne Koch, Patrick Martens, Jana Pantzke, Sebastiano Di Bucchianico, Thorsten Streibel, Christopher P. Rueger, Ralf Zimmermann
Summary: The increasing demand for lightweight materials has led to a rise in fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) production. However, the properties and compositional range of FRPs pose challenges to recycling strategies. Pyrolysis has emerged as a promising method for separating the fibers from the polymer matrix. This study investigated the pyrolysis process using thermal analysis and high-resolution mass spectrometry, and also assessed the toxicity of the recovered fibers using an in vitro model.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Devika Kannan, Shakiba Khademolqorani, Nassibeh Janatyan, Somaieh Alavi
Summary: This paper introduces Smart Waste Management (SWM) that applies Industry 4.0 technologies in waste management. A framework called SWM4.0 is developed, which highlights the importance of smart people, smart cities, smart enterprises, and smart factories in achieving successful waste management. The paper also suggests future research directions and managerial implications.