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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Corrosion and environment: the release of metal ions to the environment