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Managing waste sustainably is one of the greatest environmental and social challenges of the 21st century. Effective waste management protects ecosystems, conserves resources, and supports circular economies. Global Waste Management analyzes strategies for reducing, reusing, and recycling waste across industrial, municipal, and hazardous contexts. The book discusses waste treatment technologies, policy frameworks, and international regulations. It also explores challenges in plastic pollution, electronic waste, and sustainable materials management. With global case studies and practical insights, it offers a roadmap for policymakers, environmental managers, and sustainability professionals striving to achieve zero-waste goals and cleaner communities.

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Dr.-Ing. Alamirew Mulugeta Tola is a civil engineer with a Ph.D. in Highway and Transportation Engineering from the University of Rostock, Germany. He spent over a decade in academia as an assistant professor at the Kombolcha Institute of Technology and now leads Research and Design Development in the construction industry at Alemayehu Ketema General Contractor. His work bridges advanced transportation engineering, digital innovation, and sustainable infrastructure, with expertise ranging from Building Information Modeling and smart mobility to machine learning in civil engineering. Driven by a commitment to practical solutions for global challenges, he brings a forward-looking perspective on how geoengineering and technology can shape resilient responses to climate change.

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