Browsing Atlantic Techological University (Sligo) by Title
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The eco-management and audit scheme for Irish local authorities : a preliminary study
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1996)As we approach the 21st century the management of environmental affairs is undergoing change. Global concepts such as Sustainability and Agenda 21 are the cornerstones of a new focus on the environment. In the fifth ... -
The ecology of Twite Carduelis flavirostris in Ireland
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2009)The Twite Carduelis flavirostris is one of only three passerine species to appear on the red list of Birds of Conservation Concern in Ireland. It is also listed in The Irish Red Data Book of endangered species. Despite ... -
Economic and Environmental Analysis of SmallScale Anaerobic Digestion Plants on Irish Dairy Farms /
(MDPI, 2020)The European Union’s (EU) climate and energy package requires all EU countries to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 20% by 2020. Based on current trends, Ireland is on track to miss this target with a projected ... -
Effect of Cu doping on the anatase-to-rutile phase transition in TiO2 photocatalysts: theory and experiments /
(Elsevier, 2019-01-22)This paper shows that incorporation of Cu inhibits the anatase to rutile phase transition at temperatures above 500 °C. The control sample, with 0% Cu contained 34.3% anatase at 600 °C and transitioned to 100% rutile ... -
The effect of irrigation with wastewaters on the abundance of bio-indicators in established short rotation coppice willow plantations
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2015)This study investigated the effect of irrigation with wastewaters on the abundance of earthworms, mites and springtails in established short rotation coppice willow plantations. The study examined two different sites in ... -
The effect of organic fibres on the undrained shear strength of soil
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2013)Accurate determination of soil’s undrained shear strength is essential to make informed decisions regarding construction or maintenance problems. Reduced scale modelling can achieve accurate predictions of in-situ field ... -
An effective method for the preparation of high temperature stable anatase TiO2 photocatalysts
(Elsevier, 2016)tAn efficient, rapid and straightforward method for the preparation of nitrogen and fluorine (N, F) codopedhigh temperature stable anatase using a microwave pre-treatment is reported. Using a single source,ammonium fluoride ... -
Effectiveness of home composting for the diversion of the organic fraction of household waste from landfill
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2004)Increasing composting activity will be an integral part of meeting the obligations of EU Directives, however, the extent to which composting at home can play its part still remains poorly defined. Reliable and comprehensive ... -
The effects of detergent loading on rotating biological contactor (RBC) wastewater treatment efficiency
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The effects of laser welding on biodegradable materials
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2015)No abstract -
Efficiency of Sligo secondary wastewater treatment plants in the removal of Crytospiridium and other human-virulent enteropathogens
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2013)Most research on wastewater treatment efficiency compliance focuses on physiochemical and microbial indicators; however, very little emphasis has been placed so far on removal efficiencies of human-virulent enteropathogens ... -
Engaging with industry in the classroom through the use of online technology
(2015)A long established method of learning in Irish third level education has been the collaboration of colleges with Industry in the form of work placement. Workplaces provide a diversity of learning that is contextualised, ... -
Enumeration & identification of Clostridium perfringens in raw and final waters using two types of media
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2002)Cl. perfringens is a recognised indicator of faecal water pollution. There are several media that can be employed for the membrane filtration enumeration of this microorganism and so the main aim of this project was to ... -
Environ 2015 : book of abstracts
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Environmental auditing : an appraisal of existing guidance and current practice with a view to developing a standardised audit protocol
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2002)Environmental auditing in modem day Irish organisational management is a concept which is growing in significance with the continual development of new environmental legislation and industrial standards. With the ... -
Environmental design techniques for the electronics industry
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1997)Electronic products have increased dramatically in use in the last twenty years. The level of environmental awareness has been raised by governments and consumers but confusion frequently surrounds the design of cleaner ... -
Environmental education in primary schools
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2004)It is essential that people are educated in relation to the environment in order that sustainability is achieved. The younger that children are educated on these matters the greater the likelihood that it manifests itself ... -
Environmental impact assessment in the pharmaceutical industry
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1994-06)Environmental Impact Assessment is a process for identifying the likely effects that a proposed development will have on the environment and mans health and welfare. The process was first introduced in the United States ... -
Environmental management and auditing : relevant aspects of its development and implementation
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1994)The concept o f Environmental Management and Auditing (EMA) is one that has only come to prominence in recent years but is fast gaining momentum EMA is part of a series of environmental protection measures which have ... -
Environmental management of the wastewater functions of a local authority
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2001)None