Introduction to Sustainable Solution Techniques in Civil and Environmental Engineering Science
About this ebook
the demand for sustainable practices in Civil and Environmental Engineering has never been as
important as today. The edited book "Introduction to Sustainable Solution Techniques in Civil and
Environmental Engineering Science" is planned to give an overview of certain approaches and
methods for addressing these serious issues. The book is a collection of selected papers presented at
International Conference on Advances in Civil and Environmental Engineering (ICACEE-2024), held
at Civil Engineering Department, M.M. Engineering College, Mullana, Ambala, Haryana on 14-15
March 2024. This book is not just an academic resource, but also a guide for researchers, engineers,
and students, who are dedicated to promoting sustainability in their actions. It is the duty of all
researchers to follow the responsibility for inventing and implementing solutions that not only fulfil
day-to-day requirements but also to protect natural resources and the environment for future
generations. Therefore, the integration of the concept of sustainability into engineering techniques is
no longer a choice; it is a necessity.
This book is structured to provide readers with a foundation in sustainable engineering.
Subsequent chapters look at various approaches and technologies that reflect sustainable practices.
Topics addressed include sustainable material & design choices, resource and waste management
techniques and practices, and energy-efficient design, etc. Each chapter is intended to showcase
applications and case studies that demonstrate how these strategies might be used in a variety of
settings. The importance of this work goes beyond academics and professional practice. As global
citizens, we all have a role to play in promoting sustainability and readers will gain insight into the
practicalities of applying sustainable solutions at their workplace. The opinions outlined in this book
resonate with individuals and communities alike, inspiring collective action toward environmental
stewardship. We hope that this book will serve as a catalyst for encouraging readers to reflect on their
own practices and consider how they can contribute to a more sustainable world.
Moreover, this book emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the objective
of this book is to encourage and prepare engineers to use sustainability as a guiding concept in their
work. The difficulties we confront are tremendous, as are the potential for genuine change. By
incorporating sustainable solution strategies into Civil and Environmental Engineering, one can make
a future that would respect our planet and its inhabitants. It is intended that everybody join us in our
pursuit to build a more sustainable and fair society. The path to sustainability is not a straight line; it is
a dynamic process that requires continuous learning, adaptation, and innovation.
Mullana
September 2024
Dr. Vanita Aggarwal
Dr. Chadetrik Rout
About the author
Dr. Vanita Aggarwal is Professor and Head of Civil Engineering Department at MMEC, Mullana. Also, she is Chairperson, Women Studies Centre, MM(DU), Mullana. Dr. Vanita is an alumnus of Civil Engineering Department of Regional Engineering College, now, National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra. A graduate of Civil Engineering in 1994 and post- graduate of Structural Engineering in 1996 and Ph.D in 2012, all from National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, She has more than 28 years of experience in teaching, research, consultancy and administration. She has an excellent academic record topped with proven administrative skills. She has written a book on construction materials for AICTE portal.
Dr. Chadetrik Rout is Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, Ambala, Haryana. He has more than 18 years of teaching and research experience in the field of Environmental Engineering. He has published more than 60 research and review papers in different National and International Journals and Conferences. Dr. Rout is serving as reviewer of more than twenty internationally reputed journals and reviewed more than hundreds of journal papers. Also, he is life member of professional bodies like Indian Society for Hydraulics (ISH), Indian Association of Hydrologists (IAH) and Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA).
