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Water Scarcity Management
Authoritative, forward-thinking resource presenting strategies and technologies to mitigate water scarcity and improve water quality Founded on the idea that conventional procedures are unsuccessful in providing a solution to water security as a whole, Water Scarcity Management delivers integrated, cross-cutting approaches to solve some of the biggest problems that the world faces in terms of freshwater through a nature-based approach. Written by a team of authors and leaders in the field of environmental science and technology, this book explores topics including: * Water availability, management, governance, and quality and policy development in the Anthropocene * New global trends of water management and wastewater reuse, as well as novel integrated strategies and technologies for the mitigation of biotic and abiotic emerging contaminants * Water stress due to decades of poor management, over-extraction of groundwater, and contamination of freshwater supplies * Rising demand of freshwater due to rapid population growth, urbanization, and increasing needs across sectors including agriculture, industry, and energy Water Scarcity Management is a timely, essential, forward-thinking resource on the subject for environmental engineers, microbiologists, environmental scientists, policy developers and modelers seeking to integrate findings on water scarcity, availability, management, reuse, conservation, and treatment into policy development. [304 Pages, Hardcover]
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Building Women Leaders
"In the decades I've known Gretchen, I have watched her grow and excel as a mother, a civic and business leader, and an influencer in the construction industry. We are so fortunate that Gretchen carved out the time to write this seminal book on women's leadership and I am confident that all will benefit from the knowledge she shares. Gretchen is a remarkable leader and role model who cares deeply for the construction industry, and her passion for helping women thrive helps us build a more inclusive industry." --Mary K. Rhinehart, Chair, Johns Manville Corporation. Practical leadership guidance, inspiring stories, and actionable strategies for women and their male allies to elevate their careers in construction Building Women Leaders: A Blueprint for Women Thriving in Construction is a guide to becoming a successful female leader in the construction, engineering, mining, and energy industries. Featuring real-world case studies, inspiring stories of successful women leaders, and actionable strategies, this book serves as a catalyst for transformation, enabling organizations to harness the untapped potential of their female talent and drive innovation and growth. Leveraging the author's 40-year industry career as a construction industry executive, female trailblazer, and advocate for women empowerment in the workplace, Building Women Leaders includes information on: * Techniques for navigating a male-dominated industry, including understanding "dominant culture" and unconscious bias * The qualities of successful leaders in these industries, including what it means to lead versus manage and how Grounded Self-leadership is critical to authenticity * Guidelines for building strong relationships and leading a diverse team with confidence, courage, and humility * Ways to handle difficult conversations and conflicts, and the role of trust and vulnerability in these situations * How to build support via professional organizations, networking groups, and training and development opportunities for women leaders Building Women Leaders is a timely, essential, up-to-date resource on the subject for leaders of all genders and at all levels and occupations in the engineering, construction, mining, and energy industries looking to harness the power of women in the workforce. [368 Pages, Softcover]
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BIM Handbook
Understand the latest advances in BIM with this fully updated guide Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become an increasingly central component of architecture and the building trades. Modern BIM software has moved beyond the simple 2D and 3D modeling tools of the past to incorporate simulation, analysis, project management, and more. BIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling for Owners, Designers, Engineers, Contractors, and Facility Managers has long served as the essential introduction to this subject and its ever-expanding applications. Now fully updated to reflect the increasing standardization of BIM practices and its cutting-edge industry frameworks, the latest edition of this key text remains the fundamental tool for understanding the backbone of innovation in construction technology. Readers of the fourth edition of BIM Handbook will also find: * Expanded treatment of the owner's perspective in BIM and BIM integration * Detailed discussion of new industry-specific frameworks such as ISO 19650 * Exploration of the relationship between BIM and digital twins for construction, operations, and maintenance BIM Handbook is ideal for any professionals in the building trades, including owners and operators of buildings, architects, engineers, contractors, fabricators, developers of BIM software, and more. [560 Pages, Hardcover]
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Millwork
Historic millwork expert Brent Hull provides a one-of-a-kind, comprehensive reference of millwork elements found in historic homes from the 18th to 20th centuries. Millwork: The Design and Manufacturing of Historic Millwork from 1740-1950 is organized by type of millwork for ease of reference and includes rare illustrations, hard-to-find drawings, and diagrams from the 19th century, many of which are sourced from out-of-print catalogs in Hull's private collection. Explore the classification and definition of doors, windows, moldings, mantels, paneled walls, built-ins, and other millwork elements through a historical lens. Learn how architectural millwork elements were designed, manufactured, and constructed during the hand-made (pre-industrial) era and how they changed after World War II. Millwork: The Design and Manufacturing of Historic Millwork from 1740-1950 is a unique and valuable reference for architects, designers, historians, preservationists, builders, or anyone interested in restoring historic homes. [320 Pages, Hardcover]
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Water Resources Management in Mountain Regions
An up-to-date and comprehensive analysis of mountainous region water resource management In Water Resources Management in Mountain Regions, a team of distinguished researchers delivers an up-to-date survey of mountain region hydrology, including the assessment, dynamics, and modeling of glaciers, rivers, and lakes, as well as coverage of the impact of climate change and anthropogenic activities on mountain ecosystems. The authors discuss the challenges posed for those attempting to sustainably manage water resources and explain the impacts of those challenges on water yield, water quality, and the risk of flash flooding. The book includes several case studies from the Himalayan mountain range, which serves as a model region for both medium-high and very high-altitude water resources. It also examines traditional methods of water resource management and conservation and their relevance for 21st century strategies. Readers will also find: * A thorough introduction to the management challenges of water resources in the Sikkim Mountain regions * Comprehensive explorations of the microbial dynamics, ecological resilience, and sustainable management strategies of mountainous water resources * Practical discussions of the application of Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing in Satpuda mountainous terrain * Complete examinations of water resource vulnerability to climate change in the mountain regions of India Perfect for scientists and other professionals working in surface and subsurface hydrology, environmental management, and climate science, Water Resources Management in Mountain Regions will also prove invaluable to professionals working in companies and governmental institutions involved in water resource exploitation and conservation, hydroelectric power generation, and disaster prevention. [448 Pages, Hardcover]
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