Waste Management, Reduction, and Sustainable Practices in Modern Societies

Yaseen, Muhammad Rizwan · Ali, Qamar

May 2026 · IGI Global

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Electronic waste (e-waste) is one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally, driven by rapid technological change and shorter device life cycles. While these trends have expanded access to innovation, they have also intensified environmental and health risks due to the presence of hazardous materials and the persistence of informal recycling practices. At the same time, e-waste holds significant value as a source of recoverable metals, creating opportunities for more sustainable, circular systems if managed effectively. Advances in intelligent and data-driven technologies are beginning to reshape how e-waste is monitored, processed, and recovered, positioning it as both a critical challenge and a strategic resource in modern waste management.

Waste Management, Reduction, and Sustainable Practices in Modern Societies explores how emerging technologies, progressive policy frameworks, circular economy principles, and community engagement can be integrated to build resilient and environmentally sound recycling systems. Through an interdisciplinary lens, this book combines both theoretical insights and practical applications to highlight the role of digital transformation and smart technologies in enhancing the efficiency, transparency, and sustainability of recycling systems. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence, global awareness, and tracing and tracking solutions, this book is an indispensable academic resource for graduate and doctoral students, environmental engineers, waste management professionals, sustainability policy analysts, urban planners, policymakers, and more.

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Muhammad Rizwan Yaseen , Ph.D. Current Position: Associate Professor & Head of Economics Department Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan Research Interests: Microeconomics, Managerial Economics, Sustainability, Competitiveness, Economic Policy Education: Ph.D. in Economics and Management Sciences, AgroParisTech, France (2013) Master’s in Economics and Management Sciences, University of Montpellier, France (2009) B.Sc. Honors (Agricultural Economics), University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan (2005) Selected Publications: Yaseen, M. R., Ali, Q., & Khan, M. T. I. (2024). Attaining global peace and tourism competitiveness: Linkages between tourism, security measures, and economic stability. Kybernetes, Impact Factor: 2.4. Yaseen, M. R., et al. (2023). Climate change vulnerability, adaptation, and feedback hypothesis: A comparison of lower-middle, upper-middle, and high-income countries. Sustainability, Impact Factor: 3.9. Yaseen, M. R., et al. (2022). The nexus between research and development, renewable energy, and environmental quality: Evidence from developed and developing countries. Renewable Energy, Impact Factor: 8.7. Teaching Expertise: Courses: Microeconomics, Managerial Economics, Advanced Economic Theory, Environmental Economics Innovative Methods: Flipped classrooms, simulation-based learning, data analysis (Stata/SPSS) Leadership & Supervision: Supervised 8 PhD and 43 MPhil theses on topics like sustainability, globalization, and socio-economic development. Led curriculum redesign and AACSB accreditation efforts as Head of Economics Department. Commitment to Diversity: Promoted inclusive classrooms and mentorship for underrepresented students. Proposed initiatives: Faculty diversity training, global exchange programs, and need-based scholarships. Contact: Email: rizwany2001@yahoo.com | rizwanyaseen@gcuf.edu.pk

Qamar Ali is lecturer in Department of Economics, the Virtual University of Faisalabad Pakistan. [Editor]

Muhammad Rizwan Yaseen , Ph.D. Current Position: Associate Professor & Head of Economics Department Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan Research Interests: Microeconomics, Managerial Economics, Sustainability, Competitiveness, Economic Policy Education: Ph.D. in Economics and Manag...

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