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12. Introduction to Coastal Contamination

Coastal regions are significant due to their industries and the potential for sediment contamination. Management options for contaminated sediments include monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging. Each method has its implications on environmental safety and effectiveness, highlighting the balance between remediation costs and ecological impacts.

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Sections

  • 1

    Introduction To Coastal Contamination

    The section explores coastal contamination, sediment management options, and remediation techniques.

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  • 1.1

    Contaminated Sediments Management

    This section discusses the management of contaminated sediments in coastal regions, focusing on remediation options like monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging.

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  • 2

    Options For Remediation

    This section presents different remediation options for contaminated sediments in coastal regions, primarily discussing monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging.

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  • 2.1

    Monitored Natural Recovery

    Monitored Natural Recovery (MNR) is a remediation strategy for contaminated sediments that relies on natural processes to improve water quality over time.

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  • 2.2

    In-Situ Capping

    In-situ capping is a sediment remediation strategy that involves placing a clean cover over contaminated sediments to prevent the resuspension and migration of contaminants.

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  • 2.3

    Dredging

    This section discusses dredging techniques, their implications for sediment management and contamination in coastal areas, and the environmental considerations associated with this process.

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  • 2.1.1

    Natural Attenuation And Biodegradation

    This section discusses natural attenuation and biodegradation processes in managing contaminated sediments in coastal regions.

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  • 2.1.2

    Markers For Source Identification

    This section discusses the importance of managing contaminated sediments in coastal regions and the options available for remediation.

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  • 2.2.1

    Capping Mechanics And Design

    This section addresses the importance of managing contaminated sediments in coastal regions and discusses three remediation strategies, including monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging.

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  • 2.2.1.1

    Sand Capping Techniques

    This section discusses methods for managing contaminated sediments in coastal regions, focusing on techniques like monitored natural recovery and in-situ capping.

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  • 2.2.1.2

    Biogeochemical Impacts Of Capping

    This section discusses the implications of capping as a remediation strategy for contaminated sediments in coastal areas, including its mechanisms and challenges.

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  • 2.3.1

    Dredging Techniques

    The section discusses various dredging techniques used for managing contaminated sediments in coastal regions.

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  • 2.3.1.1

    Mechanical Vs. Hydraulic Dredging

    This section contrasts mechanical and hydraulic dredging methods, focusing on their environmental impact and remediation strategies for contaminated sediments.

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  • 2.3.1.2

    Environmental Impacts Of Dredging

    This section explores the various environmental impacts associated with dredging, including contamination resuspension and remediation strategies like monitored natural recovery and in-situ capping.

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  • 3

    Post-Dredging Considerations

    This section discusses the management of contaminated sediments in coastal areas and outlines three remediation options: monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging.

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  • 3.1

    Confined Disposal Facilities For Dredged Material

    The section explores options for managing contaminated sediments in confined disposal facilities, focusing on methods like monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging.

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  • 3.2

    Evaporation Models In Confined Disposal Facilities

    This section discusses the management of contaminated sediments in confined disposal facilities, focusing on various remediation options and evaporation modeling.

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  • 3.3

    Natural Systems And Contamination

    This section discusses the management of contaminated coastal sediments, detailing methods like monitored natural recovery, in-situ capping, and dredging.

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What we have learnt

  • Coastal sediments can pose ...
  • Monitored natural recovery ...
  • In-situ capping creates bar...

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