All of the articles in this proceedings volume have been presented at the International conference on Bio based Environment for Sustainable Territory [ICBEST 2024] during 7th & 8th November 2024 in Rajahmundry. Each article included in this proceedings volume has undergone a rigorous peer review...

Vermicomposting is the traditional method of biodegradation of organic compound into nutrient humus that helps in plant growth Pressmud is one of the waste products of the sugarcane industry with a rich organic composition. In this study, the pressmud is subjected to vermitransformation integrated with...

Green grape seed extract was used to create copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles as an environmentally acceptable stabilising and reducing agent. When copper sulphate pentahydrate was reduced with sodium hydroxide (NaOH), the colour changed from blue to greenish-black, indicating that the pH had been corrected...

This review paper explores the integration of bio-based products into e-commerce platforms, focusing on effective online marketing and sales strategies. It examines the importance of ecolabels, digital marketing techniques, and consumer behaviour analysis in promoting sustainable products. The paper...

The prevalent application of synthetic soil amendments over the last decades has raised environmental issues, fueling a fascination with organic amendments for eco-friendly farming. Organic amendments are believed to enhance plant growth, flowering, microbial activity, and pest control, yet scientific...

“Green Horizons” offers an insightful journey into innovative, eco-conscious solutions designed to tackle today’s most pressing environmental challenges. As humanity faces critical issues like climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, the urgency for adopting sustainable practices...

The exploration of halotolerant actinomycetes for industrial enzyme production, particularly proteases, presents significant potential due to their resilience in extreme environments. The primary aim of this study was to screen for protease-producing halotolerant actinomycetes, optimize the conditions...

Bisphenol A (BPA), a major industrial effluent and suspected endocrine disrupter in animals. The increased release of pollutants into natural ecosystems results in adverse impacts on associated life. Several traditional methods, such as adsorption, biochemical, coagulation, and electrochemical, successfully...

Chlorpyrifos a widely used organophosphate pesticide poses significant environmental hazards due to its persistence, toxicity and efficiency in contaminating soil and water resources. The urgent need for effective remediation strategies has led to increased interest in microbial bioremediation which...

This study examines the intersection of geodiversity, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable management of resources, emphasizing the need for integrated approaches to environmental conservation and resource reclamation. Geodiversity, as a fundamental component of natural capital, supports ecosystem...

This study investigates the microstructure and mechanical behavior of high-performance magnesium hybrid nanocomposites reinforced with aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) and molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) nanoparticles. Magnesum, recognized for its lightweight nature and high strength-to-weight ratio, is further enhanced...

The study on green metric tools for sustainable analytical method development is important because it critically assesses current approaches to improving environmental sustainability in analytical chemistry. This paper discusses the immediate need for thorough frameworks that evaluate the sustainability...

Meeting the rising food demands of a growing global population requires innovative, eco-friendly agricultural solutions. Biofertilizers like vermiwash provide a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers, promoting plant growth while preserving soil health and minimizing environmental impact. This...

The current investigation utilizes a low-temperature sol-gel method to synthesize and characterize novel SrFe12O19/CuO/TiO2 magnetic nanocomposites. Several analytical methods were used to evaluate the produced nanocomposites structural, morphological, optical, magnetic, and functional aspects. X-ray...

Nanotechnology has revolutionized materials research, leveraging nanoscale entities (1–100 nm) with extensive applications across diverse fields. This study explores the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using aqueous leaf extract of Aegle marmelos (AMLAE) prepared via the decoction method. The...

For the photocatalytic degradation of dye, ternary metal oxides (SrFe12O19/TiO2/SiO2) and their nanocomposites with graphene oxide were produced using the Sol-gel and Hummers’ process, respectively. UV–Vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy (DRS) revealed that the samples a low band gap of 2.29 eV. The...

Environmental policy and green governance represent vital frameworks established to confront the urgent issues associated with environmental degradation and climate change. This abstract investigates the confluence of policy formulation and sustainable governance, accentuating the imperative for comprehensive...

A novel ternary metal oxide nanocomposite (SrFe12O19/TiO2/ZnO) was synthesized using the sol-gel method for malachite green dye degradation. The absorption maximum was determined by ultraviolet-diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), revealing a bandgap of 2.29 eV. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy...

The International mandate for sustainable development has brought green governance to the forefront as a transformative approach to address environmental challenges through bio-based policies. This paper explores the critical gap in effective policy frameworks that support both ecological integrity and...

The carbon quantum dots (CQDs) from Antigonon leptopus leaves in the present study was done using conventional microwave irradiation. The optical properties of the CQDs were characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, revealing distinct excitations at 266 nm and 320 nm. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy...

This paper presents an Internet of things (IoT) based automation and monitoring system intended to conserve electrical energy in classroom environments. The system will make use of image processing techniques to detect human presence, thereby activating an automatic control system for the lighting and...

Biobased products derived from renewable biological resources are gaining significance in India as a means to promote environmental sustainability and economic development. The potential of biobased products has been investigated in a number of fields, such as manufacturing, energy production, and agriculture....

Microplastics (MPs) are plastic particles smaller than 5 mm in diameter, emerged as a significant environmental contaminant, posing serious threats to human health, groundwater, and soil ecosystems. MPs get enter in to the environment through various process, such as the disintegration of bigger plastic...