Waste Problems and Management in Developing Countries

Prof. S. K. Singh is the Vice Chancellor of Rajasthan Technical University Kota and a former Professor & Dean at Delhi Technological University. He has a distinguished academic background, with a Ph.D. from BITS Pilani, M. Tech. from IIT BHU Varanasi, and B.E. from Gorakhpur University. He has over 35 years of experience in teaching, research, administration, and consultancy. Prof. Singh has published over 266 research papers, authored 10 books, and received 3 patents in the field of Environmental Engineering. He has guided 12 Ph.D. students and around 80 M.Tech theses. Prof. Singh has held various positions of responsibility, including Director of WAPCOS Limited and Head of Environmental Engineering Department at Delhi Technological University. He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to environmental conservation and protection. Prof. Singh has served on expert panels and committees for tasks such as evaluating projects, determining polluting industries, and selecting faculty members. He is also a member of various boards and governing bodies in prestigious institutions as well as a fellow of several professional bodies.

• Chapter 1 Introduction to Waste ManagementChapter 2 Problems with Waste ManagementChapter 3 Municipal Solid Waste ManagementChapter 4 Waste CrisisChapter 5 Electronic Waste ManagementChapter 6 Hazardous Waste ManagementChapter 7 Environment and Health Impacts