Review of Environmental Compliance Frameworks in Air Quality Engineering for Sustainable Infrastructure and Industrial Development
Abstract
The growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship has placed air quality engineering at the forefront of infrastructure and industrial development planning. This review critically examines the evolving landscape of environmental compliance frameworks that govern air quality management within the context of sustainable development. The study highlights international standards, national regulatory policies, and industry-specific compliance mechanisms designed to minimize air pollution and mitigate the environmental footprint of industrial activities. Emphasis is placed on key legislative instruments such as the U.S. Clean Air Act, the EU Ambient Air Quality Directive, and ISO 14001 environmental management systems, assessing their effectiveness in ensuring compliance and promoting innovation in air quality engineering. The paper further explores the role of technology in supporting regulatory adherence, including the integration of continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), geographic information systems (GIS), and remote sensing technologies. Additionally, it evaluates the challenges faced by developing countries in aligning with global compliance standards, such as limited technical capacity, enforcement gaps, and financial constraints. The review identifies the need for harmonized, adaptive, and science-based regulatory approaches that balance industrial productivity with environmental protection. It advocates for a systems-thinking perspective that incorporates stakeholder engagement, life-cycle assessment, and environmental impact analysis to ensure comprehensive policy development. Case studies from North America, Europe, and Asia are used to demonstrate best practices and implementation gaps in various compliance models. The paper concludes by emphasizing the significance of robust environmental compliance frameworks in fostering sustainable industrialization and resilient infrastructure, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). This review offers valuable insights for policymakers, engineers, environmental scientists, and sustainability practitioners aiming to strengthen air quality governance and promote environmentally responsible development strategies.
Keywords
Air Quality Engineering, Environmental Compliance, Sustainable Infrastructure, Industrial Development, Emissions Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Clean Air Act, ISO 14001, Remote Sensing, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental Impact Assessment, Regulatory Frameworks, Industrial Emissions, Environmental Governance, Pollution Control.
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Abdulmaliq Abdulsalam, Zamathula Sikhakhane Nwokediegwu, Oluwapelumi Joseph Adebowale "Review of Environmental Compliance Frameworks in Air Quality Engineering for Sustainable Infrastructure and Industrial Development" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 4 Issue 11 2021 Page 478-503
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Abdulmaliq Abdulsalam, Zamathula Sikhakhane Nwokediegwu, Oluwapelumi Joseph Adebowale
"Review of Environmental Compliance Frameworks in Air Quality Engineering for Sustainable Infrastructure and Industrial Development" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 4(11)
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