Net Zero: Foundations, Technologies and Strategic Innovation

Erscheinungsjahr 2025
ISBN: 978-0-443-36426-6
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 440 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 450 g

Net Zero: A Blueprint for Global Sustainability is a profound exploration of the crucial journey toward achieving net-zero emissions to combat climate change and global warming. It serves as an essential guide in climate action literature, delving into the complexities of climate change mitigation and emphasizing the necessity of global net-zero emissions. The book examines both the technological advancements, such as renewable energy and carbon capture, and the socio-economic and ethical implications of this endeavor.

It further explores the significance of achieving net-zero emissions across various industries including business, chemicals, manufacturing, aviation, heat, electricity, building, and power sectors, emphasizing the collective effort needed for sustainability.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sher, Farooq

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Umwelttechnik | Umwelttechnologie Umwelttechnik
• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Klimawandel, Globale Erwärmung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Introduction to Net Zero Emissions
2. Understanding Climate Change and Net Zero Landscape
3. Global Historical Perspectives on Environmental Movements and Science of Net Zero
4. Policy Frameworks and Regulations for Net Zero
5. Renewable Energy Strategies for Achieving Net Zero
6. Energy Efficiency Measures and Technologies for Net Zero
7. Carbon Capture and Storage for Net Zero
8. Sustainable Transportations for Net Zero
9. Green Low Carbon Buildings Design and Construction for Net Zero
10. Sustainable Agriculture and Land Use Practices for Net Zero
11. Efficient Water Resource Management for Net Zero
12. Waste Reduction and Recycling Initiatives for Net Zero
13. Advanced Technologies for Industrial Net Zero
14. Preserving Biodiversity in Net Zero Strategies
15. Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility for Net Zero
16. Circular Economy Principles Towards Net Zero
17. Social Justice and Equity in Industrial Net Zero Transition
18. Measuring Progress Towards Net Zero
19. Economics of Net Zero Projects and Transition in Industries
20. Artificial Intelligence in Achieving Net Zero
21. Community Engagement and Education for Net Zero
22. Challenges, Barriers and Solutions in Achieving Net Zero
23. Conclusion: A Roadmap to Achieving Net-Zero Emissions

Über Autor(innen)

Sher, Farooq
Dr. Farooq Sher is an internationally recognised academic, researcher, and innovator in the fields of chemical engineering and environmental engineering. With over twenty years of experience, he has established a global reputation for pioneering research at the intersection of engineering science, sustainable technologies, and digital transformation, particularly with emerging digital tools applied to modern chemical and process engineering challenges.

Dr. Sher currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering at Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, United Kingdom. In addition to his academic responsibilities, he is actively engaged in international collaboration, research capacity-building, and interdisciplinary project leadership across several engineering domains. Dr. Sher holds PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom, following his MSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Leeds, United Kingdom and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. He is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), an acknowledgement of his commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and educational development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Dr. Sher research spans a broad range of topics, including AI-driven process optimisation, sustainable manufacturing, catalytic systems, waste-to-energy technologies, renewable energy integration, and net-zero engineering solutions. His multidisciplinary and application-focused research approach bridges academic theory with real-world industrial innovation. Dr. Sher has published extensively, contributing numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, review papers, and book chapters to high-impact international publications. His work has received thousands of citations, and he has been consistently listed among the Top 2% of Scientists in the World by Elsevier and Stanford University, USA recognising his influence and impact in scientific research.