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Sumanta Bhattacharya

Sumanta Bhattacharya is a Research Scholar and Policy Analyst, Department of Textile Technology, MAKAUT and NALSAR, Howrah.

Publications

Sustainable Energy Generation From Waste Water: IoT Integrated Technologies

This chapter investigates the conversion of wastewater into sustainable energy through the use of novel methods such as anaerobic digestion, microbial fuel cells, geothermal...

The Role of Hybrid Nanomaterials to Revamp Energy Harvesting and Its Impact on the Environment and Sustainability

Hybrid nanomaterials could revolutionise energy storage and harvesting. Nanoparticles, nanotubes, and nanowires improve novel energy storage and conversion. Hybrid nanomaterials...

Future Perspectives and Challenges: CSR and Human Rights and Their Impact on Socio-Economic Growth and Sustainability

Focusing on the effects on long-term economic and social development, the chapter investigates the potential future directions and obstacles of human rights and corporate social...

Government Strategies for Sustainability, Socioeconomic Progress, and Gender-Biased Citizen Participation in Global Digital Governance

To enhance global digital governance for sustainability, socioeconomic progress, and inclusive citizen participation, government digital policies should be comprehensive and...

Indigenous Knowledge Systems for Sustainable Development, Green Trade, Sustainable Cities and Commodities, and Climate Justice Education

Indigenous knowledge systems are essential to sustainable development. Indigenous knowledge and traditions help create community resilience, equitable resource management, and...

Applications and Future Innovations in Nanomaterials-Based Corrosion Inhibitors for Sustainable Development in 21st Century

Many sectors struggle with corrosion, which causes economic losses and safety risks. Efficiency, environmental effect, and sustainability are limited by traditional corrosion...

Sustainable Land Management in Industry 5.0 and Its Impact on Environment, Society, and Governance (ESG)

Ecological resilience, social equality, and good governance necessitate sustainable land management. Resource conservation decreases land use's environmental impact. Smart...

Impact of Scientific Innovation in Coastal Resource Management: Fostering Blue Economic Development, Environmental Mitigation, and Pollution Control

Scientific innovation plays a pivotal role in coastal resource management, shaping strategies to foster blue economic development while mitigating environmental risks and...

Application of Nanotechnology for Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Economic Development

Nanotechnology is the study of sub-micron particles (nm). Nanotechnology is today's most advanced technology. Nanotechnology has a favorable impact on sustainable development...

E-Waste Recovery and Utilization Processes for Mobile Phone Waste

Mobile phones are among the most widely used devices worldwide, but they also present a serious environmental contamination issue. Mobile phones often contain dangerous materials...

Bio-Medical Wastes Handling Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The handling of genetic residues, biohazardous waste, and other non-shrinkable materials such as e-waste is essential for the preservation of Mother Nature and human wellbeing....