Bioremediation of Organic and Heavy Metal Co-contaminated Environments

Abdella, Bahaa; Mahmoud, Nairouz H.; Mohamed, Jihan; Moffit, Sabrina Mohamed; El-Sherbiny, Basma A.; El‐Sheekh, Mostafa M.

doi:10.1007/978-981-99-2489-9_18

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“…Through photosynthesis, they can process considerable amounts of carbon dioxide in wastewater, subsequently releasing oxygen-a process that mitigates greenhouse gas emissions and aids in wastewater oxygenation [142]. Some calcifying microalgae strains bring about coprecipitation, precipitating pollutants such as phosphates in the form of calcium phosphate [143].…”

Section: Removal Mechanisms Of Dominant Pollutants Using Microalgaementioning

confidence: 99%

Current Insights into Growing Microalgae for Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Biomass Generation

Dammak,

Fersi,

Hachicha

et al. 2023

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Municipal wastewater (MWW) provides a promising platform for microalgae cultivation due to its rich content of essential nutrients. Recent research has showcased the multifaceted benefits of microalgae-based wastewater treatment, from the potent depollution capabilities of these organisms to their biomass potential for ecofriendly applications. A significant advantage lies in the ability of these systems to promote environmental sustainability without producing secondary pollutants, aligning with the circular economy model. This approach encompasses various stages, from cultivating microalgae to biomass separation and subsequent valorization. However, challenges arise when scaling these systems to industrial levels. A predominant barrier is the difficulty in maintaining consistent control over all the factors influencing wastewater phytoremediation. This can compromise both biomass survival and the efficiency of pollution removal and valorization. Notably, using native microalgal consortiums from the effluent appears to be a promising strategy. These autochthonous communities often demonstrate superior adaptability and treatment capacity, emphasizing the importance of further exploring their potential to provide effective and economically viable solutions for wastewater treatment.

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Section: Removal Mechanisms Of Dominant Pollutants Using Microalgaementioning

confidence: 99%