Harnessing synergy: Integrating agricultural waste and nanomaterials for enhanced sustainability.

Yuying Tang, Weichen Zhao, Li Gao, Guikai Zhu, Yaqi Jiang, Yukui Rui, Peng Zhang
Author Information
  1. Yuying Tang: Beijing Key Laboratory of Farmland Soil Pollution Prevention and Remediation, College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Bejing, 100193, China.
  2. Weichen Zhao: State Key Laboratory for Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100085, China.
  3. Li Gao: State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Disease and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100193, China.
  4. Guikai Zhu: Beijing Key Laboratory of Farmland Soil Pollution Prevention and Remediation, College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Bejing, 100193, China.
  5. Yaqi Jiang: Beijing Key Laboratory of Farmland Soil Pollution Prevention and Remediation, College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Bejing, 100193, China.
  6. Yukui Rui: Beijing Key Laboratory of Farmland Soil Pollution Prevention and Remediation, College of Resources and Environmental Sciences, China Agricultural University, Bejing, 100193, China. Electronic address: ruiyukui@163.com.
  7. Peng Zhang: Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, China; School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom.

Abstract

This paper aims to explore the cooperative use of agricultural waste and nanomaterials to improve environmental sustainability. The introduction highlights global environmental challenges and the objectives of integrating the two are highlighted. Valorization of agricultural waste is considered to reduce waste generation, while nanomaterials act as conversion catalysts that help to increase the efficiency of waste conversion and environmental remediation. In addition, synergistic approaches are discussed, including the combination of agricultural waste and nanomaterials, as well as the concept of enhanced resource management. The paper also presents case studies that demonstrate the success of such synergistic applications in pollution control and environmental remediation. Despite the challenges and risks, this approach can provide new ways to create more sustainable and resilient environments through the integration of resources, interdisciplinary cooperation and policy support.

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MeSH Term

Environmental Restoration and Remediation
Environmental Pollution
Agriculture
Nanostructures
Waste Management