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Pollution and the Chemical Industry

The Case of the German Dye Industry

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The Chemical Industry in Europe, 1850–1914

Part of the book series: Chemists and Chemistry ((CACH,volume 17))

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Large-scale and widespread industrial production opened a new phase in the relationship between nature and society.1 Wherever industries appeared, communities were confronted with the problems of their emissions. This had an impact on every industrialising country. However, the discourse of progress prevented factory pollution from becoming a major national issue. Nearly always discussions remained confined to the immediate surroundings of industries. Nevertheless these discussions continue to determine the direction of the environmental debate, and influence those who seek out technical solutions.

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    Anthony S. Travis

  3. University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany

    Harm G. Schröter

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Andersen, A. (1998). Pollution and the Chemical Industry. In: Homburg, E., Travis, A.S., Schröter, H.G. (eds) The Chemical Industry in Europe, 1850–1914. Chemists and Chemistry, vol 17. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-3253-6_11

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