Mathematical Modelling, Technology, and the Solution of Environmental Problem

Several environmental problems can be modeled using the graphing, curve-fitting, and programming technology of graphing calculators. These problems reflect real world environmental concerns and social issues that help motivate our interest in mathematical modeling. Hazardous waste generated from the industries through processes, pollution control activities reject, etc., are major cause of concern. Hazardous waste if not disposed properly will be harmful for mankind flora and fauna. Their effective identification, quantification and prediction is necessary for designing, and constructing effective treatment, storage and disposal facilities. Models for the hazardous waste disposal and the world's consumption of natural resources are illustrated in the present paper using technology available in the current versions of today's mathematically powerful calculators. I have tried to give a glimpse of natural resources consumption pattern as well as prediction of hazardous waste in 2025 in Uttar Pradesh along with its possible solution.