Liquid waste management in the construction sector: a systematic literature review

Karunasena, Gayani; Gajanayake, Akvan; Wijeratne, W. M. Pabasara U.; Milne, Nick; Udawatta, Nilupa; Perera, Srinath; Crimston, Andrew; Aliviano, Philp

doi:10.1080/15623599.2023.2211416

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“…Analyses of review articles in the realm of waste management have unveiled diverse avenues of research focus, spanning technological, sociological, geographical, and economic dimensions. The multifaceted nature of waste management research is reflected across the following categories: technological innovation in solid waste management [35,36]; electronic waste (e-waste) management [37][38][39]; medical and pandemic-related waste management [40,41]; waste-to-energy (WTE) technology [42]; zero-waste management [43]; municipal solid waste management [44][45][46][47][48][49]; construction and demolition waste [50][51][52][53]; circular economy [54][55][56][57]; global trends and analyses related to waste management [58,59]; behavioural and entrepreneurial aspects [60][61][62]; sustainable waste management [63]; and local waste management [64].…”

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Waste Management in the Smart City: Current Practices and Future Directions

Szpilko,

de la Torre Gallegos,

Jimenez Naharro

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The discourse surrounding sustainability, particularly in the urban environment, has gained considerable momentum in recent years. The concept of a smart city epitomises the integration of innovative technological solutions with community-centred approaches, thereby laying the groundwork for a sustainable lifestyle. One of the crucial components of this integration is the effective and innovative management of waste. The aim of this article was to classify scientific research pertaining to waste management within the context of smart city issues, and to identify emerging directions for future research. A systematic literature review, based on a bibliometric analysis of articles included in the Scopus and Web of Science databases, was conducted for this study. The purpose of such a systematic review is to identify, integrate, and evaluate research on a selected topic, using clearly defined criteria. The research query included: TITLE-ABS-KEY (“smart city” AND (waste OR garbage OR trash OR rubbish)) in the case of Scopus, and TS = (“smart city” AND (waste OR garbage OR trash OR rubbish)) in the case of the Web of Science database. A total of 1768 publication records qualified for the analysis. This study presents an investigation into the current and forthcoming directions of waste management in smart cities, synthesising the latest advancements and methods. The findings outline specific future research directions encompassing technological advancement, special waste challenges, digitisation, energy recovery, transportation, community engagement, policy development, security, novel frameworks, economic and environmental impact assessment, and global implications. These insights reflect a multifaceted approach, advocating a technology-driven perspective that is integral to urban sustainability and quality of life. The study’s findings provide practical avenues for cities to enhance waste management through modern technologies, promoting efficient systems and contributing to sustainable urban living and the circular economy. The insights are vital for policymakers and industry leaders globally, supporting the creation of universal standards and policies, thereby fostering comprehensive waste management systems aligned with global sustainability objectives.

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