| Author | Nisita Khongpaitoon |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.EV-10-11 |
| Subject(s) | Mercury--Thailand--Analysis
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| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Environmental Engineering and Management Inter-University Program on Environmental Toxicology, Technology and Management |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | Mercury emission is a serious problem facing many countries of the world. Due to lack of mercury waste inventory in Thailand, this research aimed at a first rough estimation of mercury release base on UNEP’s Toolkit in order to identify the most significant sources or activities of mercury emission that contribute to the environment, and review current management to assess risk and find out proper management practices for avoiding and reducing impacts. It is interesting to note that, four significant sources of mercury emission in Thailand. They include 1) extraction and use of fuels/energy sources, 2) primary (virgin) metal production, 3) other intentional products/process uses, particularly dental amalgam filling, and 4) consumer products with intentional use of mercury. The average of mercury emission from extraction and use of fuels/energy sources, and primary (virgin) metal production in 2006 are 9,422 kg and 6,859 kg, respectively. A number of Air Pollution Control Systems (APCS) with different effect on mercury removal have been equipped and the various measures are imperative to be handled with mercury problems in Thailand. However, many problems are still presented such as inadequate monitoring programs, lack of emission control system at disposal sites, missing appropriate data and inexperienced professionals due mainly to less public awareness, and weak institutional and enforcing structure cause some risks to human and environment. Awareness developed and education at all level is the most sufficient way to solve the problems leads to sustainable management, but it is long term process. Implementation of Environmentally Sound Solutions and application of legislative and regulatory framework for mercury containing waste and its compounds are required to minimize mercury emission through cooperation between related institution and stakeholder. |
| Year | 2010 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD) |
| Department | Department of Energy and Climate Change (Former title: Department of Energy, Environment, and Climate Change (DEECC)) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Environmental Engineering and Management (EV) |
| Chairperson(s) | Preeda Pakpian; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Visvanathan, C.;Siraprapha Sanchatjate;Katerachada Klankrong; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | S and T Postgraduate Education and Research Development Office (PERDO), Ministry of Education, Thailand;RTG fellowship; |
| Degree | Thesis (M.Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, Chulabhorn Research Institute and Mahidol University, 2010 |