The Future of Effluent Treatment Plants

Biological Treatment Systems

1st Edition - May 24, 2021
Editors: Maulin P. Shah, Susana Rodriguez-Couto, Kavit Mehta
Language: English
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The Future of Effluent Treatment Plants: Biological Treatment Systems is an advanced and updated version of existing biological technologies that includes their limitations, challenges, and potential application to remove chemical oxygen demand (COD), refractory chemical oxygen demand, biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), color removal and environmental pollutants through advancements in microbial bioremediation. The book introduces new trends and advances in environmental bioremediation with thorough discussions of recent developments. In addition, it illustrates that the application of these new emerging innovative technologies can lead to energy savings and resource recovery.

The importance of respiration, nitrogen mineralization, nitrification, denitrification and biological phosphorus removal processes in the development of a fruitful and applicable solution for the removal of toxic pollutants from wastewater treatment plants is highlighted. Equally important is the knowledge and theoretical modeling of water movement through wastewater ecosystems. Finally, emphasis is given to the function of constructed wetlands and activated sludge processes.

Cover Image
Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Contributors
Preface
CHAPTER 1 Wastewater treatment
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Wastewater collection
1.3 Sample enrichment
1.4 Wastewater treatment techniques
1.5 Novel technologies available for different wastewaters types
1.6 Dairy wastewater treatment
1.7 Oily wastewater treatment
1.8 Microalgae and wastewater treatment: Advantages and disadvantages
1.9 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 2 Removal of toxic contaminants and the path ahead amidst challenges
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Contaminants vis-à-vis adulterants
2.3 Toxicants of concern
2.4 Challenges of available technologies
2.5 Approaches for remediation and the path ahead
2.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
CHAPTER 3 Perspectives of biological bacteriophage-based tools for wastewater systems monitoring and sanitary control
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Bacteriophage application as bioindicators and microbial control tools in wastewater treatment
3.3 Final considerations
References
CHAPTER 4 Metagenomic analysis of wastewater microbiome signature: Methods, challenges, and their application in wastewater treatment
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Wastewater microbiome: Traditional microbiology methods
4.3 Sequencing methods for microbial identification
4.4 Metagenomics as a tool for the investigation of wastewater microbiome
4.5 Metagenomics to improve wastewater treatment design andperformance
4.6 Predicting intelligence and communication of wastewater microbiome
4.7 Antimicrobial resistome in waste water treatment plants
4.8 Limitations of microbial metagenomics
4.9 Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 5 Biofilm formation, problems and diseases: Methods for film eradication, a nanostructured material-based approach
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Pathogenes inhabiting different biofilms
5.3 Threats caused by biofilms in various industries and sectors
5.4 Approaches for prevention and control of biofilms
5.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 6 Treatment of Industrial wastewater through new approaches using Algae biomass
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Significance of water
6.3 National and International scenario of industrial effluent problems
6.4 Impact of industrial wastewater on ecosystem
6.5 Methods/technologies involved in industrial wastewater treatment
6.6 Role of Algae in wastewater treatment
6.7 Use of different algae in wastewater treatment
6.8 Conclusion and Future prospects
References
CHAPTER 7 Microbial electrosynthesis: Carbon dioxide sequestration via bioelectrochemical system
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Bioelectrochemical systems: The basics
7.3 Microbial-assisted electrosynthesis
7.4 Applications
7.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 8 Environmental challenge of the vinasses: Fungi-based biological treatment systems
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Bioethanol industry: The environmental challenge of the vinasse
8.3 Fungi processes applied to the treatment of vinasse
8.4 Degradation of sugarcane vinasse by an autochthonous fungus from the Northwest of Argentina: Case study
8.5 Concluding remarks
References
CHAPTER 9 Microalgal wastewater treatment technologies
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Bioremediation
9.3 Conventional microalgae used in wastewater treatment
9.4 Microalgae for harsh processing conditions
9.5 Photobioreactors for microalgae cultivation
9.6 Nutrient removal
9.7 Challenges in integrating wastewater treatment and microalgal biomass production
9.8 Global initiatives and future research perspective
9.9 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
CHAPTER 10 Microbiological wastewater treatment
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Microbial diversities for biological wastewater treatment
10.3 Factors affecting microbial remediation process
10.4 Microbial degradation of organic and inorganic compounds
10.5 Biofilm-mediated reactors for wastewater treatment
10.6 Possible degradation pathways by microbial metabolism
10.7 Advanced molecular techniques for wastewater treatment
10.8 Conclusion and future perspective
References
CHAPTER 11 Electrochemical monitoring as an emerging technology for detection of environmental pollutants with special reference to pesticides
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Fundamental concepts of electrochemistry
11.3 Scope of electroanalytical techniques in monitoring pesticides
11.4 Theoretical background of electroanalytical techniques
11.5 Thermodynamics and kinetics of electrode process
11.6 General aspects of pesticides monitoring
11.7 Conclusion and future perspectives
References
CHAPTER 12 Photocatalytic degradation of dyes in textile effluent: A green approach to eradicate environmental pollution
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Biosynthesis of nanomaterials
12.3 Photocatalytic activity by metal and metal oxide nanoparticles
12.4 Butea monosperma as reducing agent for nanoparticle synthesis and dye degradation
12.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 13 Carbon nanocomposites for wastewater treatment
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 The functionalization of CNTs
13.3 Fullerenes application in environmental remediation and water purification
13.4 Applications of functionalized carbon nanotubes and graphene for aqueous heavy metal adsorption
13.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 14 Wastewater biodegradability: Selection of a treatment technology
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Sources
14.3 Different treatment methodologies
14.4 Physical treatment process
14.5 Chemical treatment process
14.6 Developing technologies
References
CHAPTER 15 Bioremediation of soils polluted with hexavalent chromium using bacteria
Abstract
15.1 Preface
15.2 Chromium: An important or polluting heavy metal
15.3 Fate of chromium in soil
15.4 Toxicity of chromium
15.5 Consequences of existing technologies on Cr6+ contaminated soil
15.6 Alternative greener approach
15.7 Comparative analysis on applicability of bioremediation in soil and water
15.8 Future prospective of bioremediation of Cr6+-tainted soil
References
CHAPTER 16 Renewable value-added biometabolites and energy recovery from waste-activated sludge biorefinery
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Pretreatments for WAS disintegration
16.3 Hydrogen production from WAS
16.4 Bioprocesses for methane production from WAS
16.5 Value-added biometabolites recovery from WAS
16.6 Outlook
References
CHAPTER 17 Microbial electrochemical technologies for wastewater treatment
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Bioelectrochemical analysis in direct external electron transfer (DEET)
17.3 Bioelectrochemical analysis in indirect external electron transfer (IEET) by cyclic voltammetry
17.4 Bioelectrochemical treatment of wastewater
17.5 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
CHAPTER 18 Physicochemical and biological treatment of textile wastewater
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Composition of textile wastewaters
18.3 Toxicity of textile wastewater
18.4 Treatment processes
18.5 Textile wastewater valorization
18.6 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 19 Nanotechnology for water processing
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Conventional water purification methods and their limitations
19.3 Types of nanomaterials used for water treatment
19.4 Limitations
19.5 Conclusions and future perspectives
References
CHAPTER 20 Microbial remediation of hexavalent chromium: An eco-friendly strategy for the remediation of chromium-contaminated wastewater
Abstract
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Chromium
20.3 Remediation strategies for chromium-contaminated effluent waste
20.4 Microbes and metals
20.5 Application of microbes in chromium removal from industrial waste
20.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgement
References
CHAPTER 21 Sustainable bioremediation of radionuclides from wastewater: Recent trends and bottlenecks
Abstract
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Algal strains for biosorption and bioaccumulation
21.3 Mechanisms of biosorption, bioaccumulation, and biomineralization
21.4 Factors influencing the adsorption efficiency
21.5 Bottlenecks and path ahead toward sustainability
21.6 Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 22 Recent advancements and challenges in the field of nanotechnology for wastewater treatment, recycle, and reuse
Abstract
22.1 Introduction
22.2 The current nano-based water processing system
22.3 Photocatalysis
22.4 Membranes-based water treatment systems
22.5 Application of nanomaterial in water management and monitoring
22.6 Retention and reuse of nanomaterials
22.7 Current technologically barriers and future requirement for commercialization
22.8 Conclusions
References
CHAPTER 23 Anammox technology for the food industry nitrogenous wastewater treatment
Abstract
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Wastewater generation by food production industries
23.3 Nitrogenous pollutants and its treatment in the food industry
23.4 Denitrification
23.5 Anaerobic ammonium oxidation and its necessity
23.6 Assessment of feasibility and applicability in the food industry
23.7 Analysis of limitations of present technologies in nitrogenous waste treatment
23.8 Cultivation and operation of anammox
23.9 Concluding remarks
References
CHAPTER 24 Treatment of pharmaceutical and personal care products in wastewater
Abstract
24.1 Introduction
24.2 Occurrence of PPCPs in WWTPs and their fate
24.3 Removal strategies
24.4 Environmental regulations and initiatives
24.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 25 Application of molecular biological tools to monitor process efficiency
Abstract
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Molecular techniques and their utility in wastewater treatment
25.3 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 26 Biological treatment of mine-impacted waters on the context of metal recovery
Abstract
26.1 Introduction
26.2 Characteristics of mine-impacted waters
26.3 Metal-microbial interaction mechanisms
26.4 Biological sulfate reduction
26.5 Biosorption
26.6 Enzymatic reductive precipitation
26.7 Bioelectrochemical treatment
26.8 Conclusions and future perspectives
References
CHAPTER 27 Potentials and performance of biological processes for treatment of pharmaceuticals and personal care products in wastewater
Abstract
27.1 Introduction
27.2 Definition, source, and occurrence
27.3 Classification of PPCPs
27.4 Fate of PPCPs in environment
27.5 Impact of PPCPs on human health and environment
27.6 Available biological treatment methods
27.7 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 28 Textile wastewater treatment
Abstract
28.1 Introduction
28.2 Wastewater treatment methods
28.3 Chemical treatment
28.4 Biological treatment
28.5 Conclusions and Recommendations
References
CHAPTER 29 Removal of ammonium from aqueous solution by using dried longan peel as a low-cost adsorbent
Abstract
29.1 Introduction
29.2 Materials and methods
29.3 Results and discussion
29.4 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
CHAPTER 30 Microbial remediation and detoxification of heavy metals by plants and microbes
Abstract
30.1 Introduction
30.2 Hazardous effect of heavy metal
30.3 Effect of heavy metal–polluted soils on plant growth and physiology
30.4 Conclusion
Conflict of interest
References
CHAPTER 31 Exploring the dynamics of microalgal diversity in high-rate algal ponds
Abstract
31.1 Introduction
31.2 Nutritional composition of wastewater and its removal
31.3 Microbial communities in wastewater
31.4 Effect of influencing factors on algal community dynamics
31.5 Bioassimilation of heavy metals by microalgae
31.6 Consequences and challenges associated with algal community change
31.7 Applications of microalgae
31.8 Summary
Acknowledgments
References
CHAPTER 32 Diverse processes for the treatment of textile wastewater
Abstract
32.1 Introduction
32.2 Textile production
32.3 Dyes
32.4 Wastewater treatments
32.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 33 Nanotechnology and water processing: A review
Abstract
33.1 Introduction
References
CHAPTER 34 Broad spectrum application of nanotechnology for wastewater treatment
Abstract
34.1 Introduction
34.2 Why need advance approach: Nanotechnology for treatment of water
34.3 Importance of nanotechnology in water treatment
34.4 Strategies and properties of nanotechnology in treatment of water
34.5 Utilization of innovative nanomaterial and nanodevice in treatment process
34.6 Conclusion
Further Reading
References
CHAPTER 35 Nanotitanium photocatalytic technology in wastewater treatment
Abstract
35.1 Introduction
35.2 Heterogenous photocatalysis
35.3 Application of photocatalysis in wastewater treatment
35.4 Photocatalytic removal of inorganic pollutants
35.5 Other photocatalysts used in wastewater treatment
35.6 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
Index

Maulin P. Shah

Dr. Maulin P. Shah is an active researcher and microbial biotechnologist with diverse research interest. His primary interest is the environment, the quality of our living resources and the ways that bacteria can help to manage and degrade toxic wastes and restore environmental health. Consequently, His work has been focused to assess the impact of industrial pollution on microbial diversity of wastewater following cultivation dependant and cultivation independent analysis.

Affiliations and expertise

Environmental Microbiology Consultant, Gujarat, India

Susana Rodriguez-Couto

Susana Rodríguez-Couto (female) got her B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Chemistry (Industrial Chemistry) from the University of Santiago de Compostela in 1992 and her Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1999 from the University of Vigo, obtaining the maximal grade (magna cum laude) and, in addition, she was awarded with the Extraordinary Prize for Doctoral Thesis in Chemistry. She worked as an Associate Professor and an Isidro Parga Pondal Senior Researcher at the University of Vigo (2000-2004), as a Ramón y Cajal Senior Researcher at Rovira i Virgili University (2004-2008) and as an Ikerbasque Research Professor (2009-2019). She has also worked as an Invited Researcher at the Institute from Environmental Biotechnology, Graz University of Technology (Austria) and at the Department of Biological Engineering, University of Minho (Portugal). In 2008, she received the I3 Professor from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Education to the recognition of an outstanding research activity. In March 2021 she is joining LUT School of Engineering Science at Mikkeli, Finland, as a Full Professor in biological water treatment. She has published more than 140 articles in highly reputed international journals (h index 42). She is editor of several journals (3Biotech, Frontiers) and 14 Elsevier books.

Affiliations and expertise

Full Professor (Biological Water Treatment), Department of Separation Science, LUT School of Engineering Science, LUT University, Finland

Kavit Mehta

Kavit Mehta has acquired Ph.D. (Biotechnology), CSIR-UGC NET (Life- Science), GSET (Life Science) and GATE (Biotechnology). He had More than ten years of Teaching & Research experience. Currently completed two Grass root Innovation Research Project funded by BIRAC, Government of India.

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Collaboration Research Project, NIHR, Government of India, India

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