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A research on plants for in-situ vitrification of contaminated soils

2003
Conference Papers

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The ‘in-situ vitrification’ (ISV) technology is one of the most promising alternative methods for the immobilization of hazardous wastes contained into polluted soils. It has been the object of a research project supported by the Italian Ministry of Industry and involving some Departments of the University of Bologna and two large regional corporations. The actual design of the supply system of this high-temperature thermal process is fundamental for the optimal control and management of this particular pollutant treatment. The paper reports in particular on the activity concerning the development of the electrical power system that have been developed for accomplishing ISV, with reference to its characteristics, realization and its application for the treatment of some polluted soils situated in the Ravenna area in Italy.

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2003
Conference Papers

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https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/b288d8ea-bb0b-45da-b549-825469c49dca

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Soil contamination

Soil contamination, soil pollution, or land pollution as a part of land degradation is caused by the presence of xenobiotic (human-made) chemicals or other alteration in the natural soil environment. It is typically caused by industrial activity, agricultural chemicals or improper disposal of waste. The most common chemicals involved are petroleum hydrocarbons, polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (such as naphthalene and benzo(a)pyrene), solvents, pesticides, lead, and other heavy metals.

Environmental remediation

Environmental remediation deals with the removal of pollution or contaminants from environmental media such as soil, groundwater, sediment, or surface water. Remedial action is generally subject to an array of regulatory requirements, and may also be based on assessments of human health and ecological risks where no legislative standards exist, or where standards are advisory. In the United States, the most comprehensive set of Preliminary Remediation Goals (PRGs) is from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Screening Levels (RSLs).

Industrial wastewater treatment

Industrial wastewater treatment describes the processes used for treating wastewater that is produced by industries as an undesirable by-product. After treatment, the treated industrial wastewater (or effluent) may be reused or released to a sanitary sewer or to a surface water in the environment. Some industrial facilities generate wastewater that can be treated in sewage treatment plants.

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