18. Corrosion and environment: the release of metal ions to the environment
Authors of the chapter: Inger Odnevall, Christofer Leygraf
Metals are vital for a modern society and their sustainable use is essential. The environmental footprints of metals and alloys must be maintained at a fair level with no adverse effects on either human health or the environment. Since the beginning of the 21 th century the global awareness of such risks from a life cycle perspective have rapidly emerged worldwide. This has resulted in global commitments related to the use of chemicals (including metals) via different regulatory measures. Such measures include the implementation of the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (UN GHS, 2015) and the implementation of the REACH framework within EU (Registration,...
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