个人简历

Education background\r
Ph. D, Environmental Science & Engineering, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China, 09/2010-06/2014\r
M. S., Environmental Engineering, College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Shaanxi, China, 09/2002-07/2005\r
B. S., Environmental Ecology, College of Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Shaanxi, China, 09/1998-07/2002\r
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Working experience\r
Associate director, Center of Think Tank, Tsinghua University, China, 05/2021-present\r
Fulbright visiting fellow, Center of Industrial Ecology, Yale University, USA, 09/2018-06/2019\r
Associate Professor, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, China, 08/2016-present\r
Postdoctoral researcher, Civil Engineering, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, China, 07/2014-07/2016\r
Visiting fellow, Faculty of Science and Technology, Macau University, Macau SAR, 07-12/2011\r
Visiting fellow, Faculty of Engineering and Computing, Coventry University, UK, 03-05/2012\r
Lecturer, Department of Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management College of China, China, 05/2006-08/2010\r
Assistant Professor, Energy Research Institute of Shandong Province Academy of Sciences, China, 07/2005-04/2006

研究领域

(1) Waste management;\r
(2) Circular economy;\r
(3) Material flow analysis;\r
(4) Material Metabolism""

近期论文

Journal articles\r
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Xianlai Zeng. Win-Win: Anthropogenic circularity for metal criticality and carbon neutrality. Front. Environ. Sci. Eng. 2022, 17 (2), 23.\r
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Jing-Jing Liang, Yong Geng, Xianlai Zeng, Zi-Yan Gao, and Xu Tian. Toward sustainable utilization of tungsten: Evidence from dynamic substance flow analysis from 2001 to 2019 in China. Resources, Conservation and Recycling 2022, 182, 106307\r
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Xianlai Zeng, Oladele A. Ogunseitan, Shinichiro Nakamura, Sangwon Suh, Ulrich Kral, Jinhui Li, and Yong Geng*. Reshaping global policies for circular economy. Circular Economy 2022, 1(1), 100003\r
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Mahmoud Bakry, Jinhui Li, and Xianlai Zeng*. Evaluating global niobium flow modeling and its market forecasting. Frontiers in Energy 2022 DOI: 10.1007/s11708-022-0823-y\r
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Xianlai Zeng, Tongxin Xiao, Guochang Xu, Eva Albalghiti, Guijuan Shan, and Jinhui Li*. Comparing the costs and benefits of virgin and urban mining. Journal of Management Science and Engineering, 2022, 7 (1), 98-106.\r
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Wenbo Huang, Jinhui Li, and Xianlai Zeng*. Accurately Quantifying the Detoxication of Solid Waste and Its Scientific Insights: The Case of Typical Industrial Waste. Chinese Science Bulletin 2022, 67(7), 685-696 (in Chinese)\r
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Disna Eheliyagoda, Jinhui Li, Yong Geng, Xianlai Zeng*. The role of China's aluminum recycling on sustainable resource and emission pathways. Resources Policy 2022, 76, 102552.\r
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Ziyan Gao, Yong Geng*, Xianlai Zeng, Xu Tian, Tianli Yao, Xiaoqian Song, Chang Su. Evolution of the anthropogenic chromium cycle in China. Journal of Industrial Ecology 2021, DOI: 10.1111/jiec.13207.\r
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Qudsia Kanwal, Jinhui Li, and Xianlai Zeng*. Mapping Recyclability of Industrial Waste for Anthropogenic Circularity: A Circular Economy Approach. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering 2021, 9, (35), 11927-11936.\r
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Xianlai Zeng* and Jinhui Li*. Emerging Anthropogenic Circularity Science: Principles, Practices, and Challenges. iScience, 2021, 24, 102237.\r
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Qudsia Kanwal, Xianlai Zeng, and Jinhui Li*. Drivers-Pressures-State-Impact-Response framework of hazardous waste management in China. Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology, 2021. DOI: 10.1080/10643389.2021.1902225 (the equal contribution)\r
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Congren Yang, Xianlai Zeng, Haodong Li, Zuyuan Tian, Wei Liu, Wenqing Qin, Jinhui Li. Uncovering the evolution of tin use in the United States and its implications. Front. Environ. Sci. Eng., 2021, 15, (6), 118-\r
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Francesca Dal Mas, Xianlai Zeng, Qifei Huang, Jinhui Li*. Quantifying material flow of oily sludge in China and its implications. Journal of Environmental Management, 2021, 287, 112115\r
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Xianlai Zeng*, Saleem H. Ali, and Jinhui Li. Estimation of waste outflows for multiple product types in China from 2010-2050. Scientific Data, 2021, 8, 15.\r
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Yuanlin Zhang, Shang Zhang, Jinhui Li, Xianlai Zeng*. Measuring material flow performance of China’s steel structure buildings. Resources Science, 2021, 43(3): 546-555 (in Chinese)\r
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Kathleen BOQUET, Charline FROITIER, Jinhui LI, Kaihua XU, and Xianlai ZENG*, Eco-districts in France: What tools to ensure goals achievement? SCIENCE CHINA Earth Sciences 2020, 63(6), 865-874\r
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Xianlai Zeng, Saleem H. Ali, Jinping Tian, and Jinhui Li*. Mapping anthropogenic mineral generation in China and its implications for a circular economy. Nature Communications 2020, 11, (1), 1544\r
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Disna Eheliyagoda, Xianlai Zeng, and Jinhui Li*. A method to assess national metal criticality: the environment as a foremost measurement. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications 2020, 7, 43\r
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Jian Yuan, Xianlai Zeng*, Ming Chen. Estimating the construction waste residue generation in Jinan using the grey system theory (in Chinese). China Environmental Science 2020, 40(9), 3894-3902\r
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Io Hou Kuong, Jinhui Li, Jian Zhang, and Xianlai Zeng*. Estimating the Evolution of Urban Mining Resources in Hong Kong, up to the Year 2050. Environmental Science & Technology 2019, 53, (3), 1394-1403\r
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Disna Eheliyagoda, Fan Wei, Guijuan Shan, Eva Albalghiti, Xianlai Zeng*, and Jinhui Li*. Examining the Temporal Demand and Sustainability of Copper in China. Environmental Science & Technology 2019, 53 (23), 13812-13821\r
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Robert Pell?, Frances Wall, Xiaoyu Yan, Jinhui Li, Xianlai Zeng. Mineral processing simulation based-environmental life cycle assessment for rare earth project development: A case study on the Songwe Hill project. Journal of Environmental Management 2019, 249, 109353.\r
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Disna Eheliyagoda, Xianlai Zeng*, Zhishi Wang, and Jinhui Li*. Forecasting the temporal stock generation and recycling potential of metals towards a sustainable future: The case of gallium in China. Science of The Total Environment 2019, 689, 332-340\r
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Robert Pell?, Frances Wall, Xiaoyu Yan, Jinhui Li, Xianlai Zeng. Temporally explicit life cycle assessment as an environmental performance decision making tool in rare earth project development. Minerals Engineering 2019, 135, 64-73\r
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Pell, R.; Tijsseling, L.; Palmer, L. W.; Glass, H. J.; Yan, X.; Wall, F.; X. L. Zeng; Li, J., Environmental optimisation of mine scheduling through life cycle assessment integration. Resources, Conservation and Recycling 2019, 142, 267-276\r
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Fang, S.; Tao, T.; Cao, H.; He, M.; Zeng, X.; Ning, P.; Zhao, H.; Wu, M.; Zhang, Y.; Sun, Z., Comprehensive characterization on Ga (In)-bearing dust generated from semiconductor industry for effective recovery of critical metals. Waste Management 2019, 89, 212-223\r
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Duan, H.; Miller, T. R.; Liu, G.; X. L. Zeng; Yu, K.; Huang, Q.; Zuo, J.; Qin, Y.; Li, J., A Chilling Prospect: Climate change effects of mismanaged refrigerants in China. Environmental Science & Technology 2018, 52, (11): 6350-6356\r
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X. L. Zeng; J. A. Mathews; J. H. Li, Urban Mining of E-Waste is Becoming More Cost-Effective Than Virgin Mining. Environmental Science & Technology 2018, 52(8): 4835-4841\r
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D. Q. Jiang, W. Q. Chen, X. L. Zeng, L. B. Tang. Dynamic Stocks and Flows Analysis of Bisphenol A (BPA) in China: 2000-2014. Environmental Science & Technology 2018, 52, (6): 3706-3715.\r
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A. K. Awasthi, C. Federica, I. D’Adamo, J. H. Li, P. Rosa, S. Terzic, G. Y. Wei, X. L. Zeng*. Modelling the correlations of e-waste quantity with economic increase. Science of the Total Environment 2018, 613-614: 46-53\r
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X. H. Liu, T. T. Li, X. L. Zeng. Preparation of magnetic solid acid catalyst from walnut peel and its catalytic activity in synthesis of biodiesel. China Environmental Science 2018, 38(11): 4205-4210. (in Chinese)\r
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Chen, M.; Ogunseitan, O. A.; Duan, H.; Zeng, X.; Li, J., China E-waste management: Struggling for future success. Resources, Conservation and Recycling 2018, 139, 48-49\r
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N. Juldez, J. H. Li, X. L. Zeng*. Short-cut and high-efficiency process to recycle copper from spent lithium-ion battery. SCIENTIA SINICA Technologica 2018, 48(9): 991-998. (in Chinese)\r
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X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. Urban Mining and Its Resources Adjustment: Characteristics, Sustainability, and Extraction. SCIENTIA SINICA Terrae 2018, 48, (3), 288-298. (in Chinese).\r
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X. L. Zeng, M. Xu, J. H. Li. Examining the sustainability of China’s nickel supply: 1950-2050. Resources, Conservation and Recycling 2018, 139, 188-193\r
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X. Y. Zeng, H. X. Zheng, R. Y. Gong, D. Eheliyagoda, X. L. Zeng*. Uncovering the evolution of substance flow analysis of nickel in China. Resources, Conservation & Recycling 2018, 135, 210-215\r
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C. R. Yang, Q. Y. Tan, X. L. Zeng, Y. P. Zhang, Z. S. Wang, J. H. Li. Measuring the sustainability of tin in China. Science of the Total Environment 2018, 635, 1351-1359\r
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X. L. Zeng, Y. P. Zhang, X. Y. Yan, Y. P. Miao, J. H. Li. Importation, Exportation, and Productivity of Resources in China: Evolution, Challenges, and Solutions. Journal of Natural Resources 2018, 33(4): 552-562. (in Chinese)\r
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M. Yu, Y. P. Zhang, J. H. Li, X. Y. Yan, Y. P. Miao, X. L. Zeng*. Discussion for Global E-waste Management and its implications for China. Environmental Protection 2017, 45(622), 31-35. (in Chinese)\r
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G. I. Zlamparet, X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. Evaluating waste printed circuit boards recycling: Opportunities and challenges, a mini review. Waste Manage. Res. 2017, 35, (4), 346-356.\r
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Zlamparet, G. I.; Ijomah, W.; Miao, Y.; Awasthi, A. K.; Zeng, X.; Li, J., Remanufacturing strategies: A solution for WEEE problem. J. Clean Prod. 2017, 149, 126-136\r
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Awasthi, A. K.; Zlamparet, G. I.; Zeng, X.; Li, J., Evaluating waste printed circuit boards recycling: Opportunities and challenges, a mini review. Waste Manage. Res. 2017, 35, (4), 346-356\r
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X. L. Zeng, C. Yang, J. F. Chiang, and J. H. Li. Innovating e-waste management: From macroscopic to microscopic scales. Science of the Total Environment 2017, 575: 1-5\r
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X. L. Zeng, H. B. Duan, F. Wang, and J. H. Li. Examining environmental management of e-waste: China's experience and lessons. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2017, 72: 1076-1082\r
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J. H. Li, X. He, and X. L. Zeng*. Designing and examining e-waste recycling process: Methodology and case studies. Environ. Technol. 2017, 38 (6), 652-660\r
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X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. Paul H. Brunner and Helmut Rechberger, 2017. Handbook of Material Flow Analysis: For Environmental, Resource, and Waste Engineers Second ed. 2017. CRC Press, Boca Raton, USA, (xvii+435pp. ISBN 978-1-498-72134-9, hardcover, Price ￡108). Resources Policy 2017, 53, 64-65\r
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Song, Q.; Wang, Z.; Li, J.; Duan, H*.; Yu, D.; Zeng, X.*, Characterizing the transboundary movements of UEEE/WEEE: Is Macau a regional transfer center? J. Clean Prod. 2017, 157, 243-253\r
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X. L. Zeng, F. Wang, J. H. Li, and R. Y. Gong. A simplified method to evaluate the recycling potential of e-waste J. Clean Prod. 2017, 168, 1518-1524\r
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G. U. Adie, L. Y. Sun, X. L. Zeng*, L. X. Zheng, O. Osibanjo O, and J. H. Li*. Examining the evolution of metals utilized in printed circuit boards. Environ. Technol. 2017, 38 (13-14), 1696-1701\r
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X. L. Zeng, R. Y. Gong, W. Q. Chen, and J. H. Li. Uncovering the Recycling Potential of ‘New’ WEEE in China. Environmental Science & Technology 2016, 50(3): 1347-1358\r
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X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. Measuring the recyclability of electronics: innovative method and its implications. Journal of Cleaner Production 2016, 131, 156-162\r
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N. Singh, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. An Innovative Metal Extraction Method from Waste Cathode Ray Tubes Through Mechano-chemical Process Using 2-[Bis(carboxymethyl)amino] Acetic Acid (NTA) Chelating Reagent. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering 2016, 4 (9): 4704–4709\r
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A. Abhishek, X. L. Zeng, and J. H. Li. Integrated bioleaching of copper metal from waste printed circuit board—a comprehensive review of approaches and challenges. Environmental Science and Pollution Research 2016, 23 (21), 21141–21156\r
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N. Singh, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. Solutions and challenges in recycling waste cathode-ray tubes. Journal of Cleaner Production 2016, 133: 188-200\r
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N. Singh, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. Global responses for recycling waste CRTs in e-waste. Waste Management 2016, 57, 187-197\r
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A. Abhishek, X. L. Zeng, and J. H. Li. Environmental pollution of electronic waste recycling in India: A critical review. Environment Pollution, 2016, 211: 259-270\r
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A. Abhishek, X. L. Zeng*, and J. H. Li*. Relationship between e-waste recycling and human health in India: A critical review. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2016, 23: 11509-11532\r
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L. Y. Sun, C. Zhang, J. H. Li*, and X. L. Zeng*. Assessing the Sustainability of Lead Utilization in China. Journal of Environmental Management 2016, 183: 275-279\r
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M. Yu, X. L. Zeng, Q. B. Song, L. L. Liu, and J. H. Li. Examining regeneration technologies for etching solutions: a critical analysis of the characteristics and potentials. Journal of Cleaner Production, 2016, 973-980\r
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X. L. Zeng, J. H. Li, and L. L. Liu. Solving spent lithium-ion battery problems in China: opportunities and challenges. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews 2015, 52: 1759-1767.\r
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J. H. Li, X. L. Zeng*, M. J. Chen, O. A. Ogunseitan, and Ab Stevels. “Control-Alt-Delete”: Rebooting Solutions for the E-waste Problem. Environmental Science & Technology 2015, 49(12): 7095-7108\r
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X. L. Zeng, F. Wang, X. F. Sun, and J. H. Li. Recycling Indium from Scraped Glass of Liquid Crystal Display: Process Optimizing and Mechanism Exploring. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering 2015, 3(7): 1306-1312\r
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X. L. Zeng, Q. B. Song, J. H. Li, W. Y. Yuan, H. B. Duan, and L. L. Liu. Solving e-waste problem using an integrated mobile recycling plant. Journal of Cleaner Production 2015, 90(0), 55-59\r
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Q. B. Song, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. Minimizing the increasing solid waste through Zero waste strategy. Journal of Cleaner Production 2015, 104, 199-210\r
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Q. B. Song, X. L. Zeng, J. H. Li, H. B. Duan, and W. Y. Yuan. Environmental risk assessment of CRT and PCBs workshops in a mobile e-waste recycling plant. Environmental Science and Pollution Research 2015, 22, 12366-12373\r
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X. L. Zeng, J. H. Li, and B. Y. Shen. Novel approach to recover cobalt and lithium from spent lithium-ion battery using oxalic acid. Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2015, 295, 112-118\r
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J. H. Li, X. L. Zeng, and Ab Stevels. Ecodesign in Consumer Electronics: Past, Present and Future. Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology 2015, 45, (8), 840-860\r
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Q. Y. Tan, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. Rare Earth Elements Recovery from Waste Fluorescent Lamps: A Review. Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology 2015, 45, (7), 749-776\r
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X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. On the Sustainability of Cobalt Utilization in China. Resources, Conservation and Recycling 2015, 104 A, 12-18\r
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X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. Spent rechargeable lithium batteries in e-waste: composition and its implications. Frontiers of Environmental Science and Engineering 2014, 8(5): 792-796\r
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X. L. Zeng, J. H. Li, and N. Singh. Recycling of Spent Lithium-ion Battery: A Critical Review. Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology 2014, 10(44):1129-1165\r
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X. L. Zeng and J. H. Li. Innovative Application of Ionic Liquid to Separate Al and Cathode Materials from Spent High-power Lithium-ion Batteries. Journal of Hazardous Materials 2014, 271:50-56\r
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Q. Y. Tan, X. L. Zeng, L. X. Zheng, W. l. Ijomah, and J. H. Li. Status of End-of-life Electronic Products Remanufacturing in China. Journal of Industrial Ecology, 2014, 18(4): 577-587\r
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X. L. Zeng, and J. H. Li. Implications for the carrying capacity of lithium reserve in China. Resources, Conservation & Recycling 2013, 80, (0), 58-63\r
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X. L. Zeng, J. H. Li, H. H Xie, and L. L. Liu. A Novel Dismantling Process of Waste Printed Circuit Boards Using Water-Soluble Ionic Liquid. Chemosphere 2013, 93, (7), 1288-1294\r
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Q. B. Song, Z. S. Wang, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. The life cycle assessment of an e-waste treatment enterprise in China. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management 2013, 15: 469-475\r
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X. L. Zeng, J. H. Li, ALN Stevels, and L. L. Liu. Perspective of Electronic Waste Management in China Based on a Legislation Comparison between China and the EU. Journal of Cleaner Production 2013, 51, (0), 80-87\r
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Q. B. Song, Z. S. Wang, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. Life cycle assessment of TV sets in China: A case study of the impacts of CRT monitors. Waste Management 2012, 32(10):1926-1936\r
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X. L. Zeng, Q. N. Sun, B. Q. Huo, H. F. Wang, C. Y. Jing. Integrated Solid Waste Management under Global Warming. The Open Waste Management Journal 2010, 3, 13-17.\r
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X. L. Zeng, Z. Q. Zhang, C. L. Tang, et al. Dynamics of Leachate from Municipal Solid Waste Composting. Journal of Agro-Environment Science, 2007(3) (in Chinese)\r
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X. L. Zeng, Z. Q. Zhang, X. D. Liu, et al. Comparison between Municipal Solid Waste Composting Leachate and Landfilling Leachate. Research of Soil and Water Conservation, 2007(6) (in Chinese)\r
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X. L. Zeng, Z. Q. Zhang, Y. T. Zhang, et al. Leachate recycling during municipal solid waste aerobic composting process. Journal of Northwest A & F University (Natural Science Edition), 2007(7) (in Chinese)\r
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X. L. Zeng, Z. Q. Zhang, and X. Q. Zhang. Design of a composting reactor for municipal solid waste composting. Techniques and Equipment for Environmental Pollution Control, 2006 (in Chinese)\r
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X. L. Zeng, Z. Q. Zhang, and X. H. Liu. Building and verifying the weight model for different components of urban domestic garbage. Journal of Agro-Environment Science, 2004, 23(4): 774-776 (in Chinese)\r
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Books & Book Chapter\r
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Zeng, X.; Li, J., Circular Economy in China. In Circular Economy: Global Perspective, Ghosh, S. K., Ed. Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd.: 2020.\r
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Parajuly, K.; Kuehr, R.; Awasthi, A. K.; Fitzpatrick, C.; Lepawsky, J.; Smith E.; Widmer, R.; Zeng, X. (2019). Future E-waste Scenarios; StEP (Bonn), UNU ViE-SCYCLE (Bonn) & UNEP IETC (Osaka).\r
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J. H. Li & X. L. Zeng. Circular Economic Opportunities for Greening SMEs - The Chinese Experience. Background paper for UNCRD 8th Regional 3R Forum in Asia and the Pacific. http://www.uncrd.or.jp/?page=view&nr=1019&type=13&menu=198\r
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X. L. Zeng. E-Waste: Regulations, Management Strategies and Current Issues. Hauppauge, NY, USA: Nova Science Publishers; 2017. ISBN: 978-1-53610-617-6.\r
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X. L. Zeng. The continental/regional status reports of East and Southeast Asia. In: B Baldé, C.P., Forti V., Gray, V., Kuehr, R., Stegmann,P. : The Global E-waste Monitor – 2017, United Nations University (UNU), International Telecommunication Union (ITU) & International Solid Waste Association (ISWA), Bonn/Geneva/Vienna, ISBN: 978-92-808-9054-9. [European Advanced SDG Award, May 28, 2018]\r
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J. H. Li, X. L. Zeng, L. L. Liu, Kaihua Xu, and G. J. Shan. The Adventure of Circular Economy Development. Beijing: China Environmental Press, 2017, ISBN: 978-7-5111-3179-9 (in Chinese)\r
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X. L. Zeng, S. L. Su, Y. T. Zhang, et al. Solid Waste Treatment & Disposal and Its Cases. Chinese Environmental Sciences Press, Beijing, 2011 (in Chinese).\r
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Ab. Stevels, J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng. Ecodesign of Electronics and Its Waste Management. Chinese Environmental Sciences Press, Beijing, 2012 (in Chinese).\r
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J. H. Li, and X. L. Zeng, 'Recycling Printed Circuit Boards', in Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Handbook ed. by V. Goodship and Ab. Stevels, Woodhead Publishing, 2012, pp287-310.\r
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J. H. Li, X. L. Zeng, L. X. Zheng, H. Liu, et al (Translation). Handbook of Environmental Sound Management. Chemistry Industry Press, Beijing, 2012 (in Chinese).\r
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X. L. Zeng . Translation of Curriculum Waste Containment and Remediation Technology, MIT Open Course ware, http://www.core.org.cn/OcwWeb/Civil-and-Environmental-Engineering/1-34Spring2004/CourseHome/index.htm\r
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X. L. Zeng (Co-author). Handbook of Municipal Solid Waste Management. Chinese Environmental Sciences Press, Beijing, 2007\r
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