Publisher's Synopsis
This collection of 96 papers presented at the 1999 National Conference on Environmental Engineering held in Norfolk, Virginia, July 25-28, provides a comprehensive look at the latest research and applications that are redefining the discipline of environmental engineering. With contributions from professionals around the world working in government agencies, engineering firms and academic institutions, these conference papers address a wide range of topics: Risk assessment and management; Environmental system modeling; Biological nutrient removal; Wastewater treatment processes; Membrane applications and fouling; Innovative biological and physicochemical soil/groundwater remediation processes; Sludge (biosolids) treatment and transport; and Copper discharges to estuarine systems. Other topics include public health issues at federal facilities, ordinance treatment and disposal, leachate management, nonpoint source water management, and pollution prevention and waste minimization.
