Introduction to Sustainable Engineering

This introductory textbook aims to make the concepts of sustainable engineering accessible to undergraduate students of engineering. This will help students to keep in mind the philosophy of sustainability while learning the core subjects of their specialisations. In addition to providing a broad-based introduction to the idea of sustainability and its relevance, the book covers environment related legislation, air and water pollution, solid waste management, local and global environmental challenges, climate change, and the steps taken at an international level to manage them. Tools used to ensure sustainability in engineering activities, such as environmental management systems and environmental impact assessments are explored. Green buildings, green computing, green chemistry, sustainable cities, sustainable transportation, sustainable sources of energy, economic and social factors affecting sustainability including rapid urbanisation and poverty are also covered. A set of questions are included at the end of each chapter to help students test their understanding. Undergraduate students of engineering are encouraged to use this book as a starting point to explore how the principles of sustainable engineering are relevant to their chosen branch of study.