Substitution of hazardous substances is a prioritised objective in chemical regulation and risk management. However, it is experienced as a tough task with often inconsistent results. Based on thirteen case studies, this book analyzes substitution as an innovation process and attempts to give...

Provides an overview of the subject of material flow management for science and practice. This book summarises the fundamental concepts and tools of material flow management and presents the methods and findings. It includes case studies which illustrate the results from the research projects...

Aresearch programmeinitiated and funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research analyses the significance and the effects of framework conditions on innovation activitiesthat contributeto the realization of a sustainable development.This book links the experiences of different...

In the recent past, environmental innovations have led to a considerable reduction of many pollutants, however, further innovation is required to tackle remaining pollution sources. This work analyses the significance and the effects of framework conditions on innovation activities that...