This monograph contains a clear discussion of the physics used to analyze, prevent or mitigate environmental problems. A number of major experimental and theoretical topics are presented with this objective in mind, including a chapter on noise as an environmental problem. In addition, the final chapter of the book places these issues into the context of human society. This volume is aimed primarily at advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students involved in environmental science, and will also be a useful reference for more experienced workers in the field.