Resource Recovery from Industrial Wastewater through Microbial Electrochemical Technologies

Abstract

There is currently a critical gap in knowledge regarding the application of microbial electrochemical technologies (METs) in industrial wastewater treatment and resource recovery. Resource Recovery from Industrial Wastewater through Microbial Electrochemical Technologies fills this gap by offering a comprehensive guide for researchers, students, and industry professionals interested in the field of microbial electrochemistry and industrial waste management. The book covers recent advancements in METs, focusing on their application in various industries to treat wastewater while recovering valuable resources, thus promoting sustainability. It provides an in-depth exploration of different industrial processes that generate wastewater, detailing the characteristics and quantities of effluents produced. The specifics of METs are also covered, including various configurations, electrode and membrane materials, microbial cultures, and catalysts used in these technologies. Additionally, the valuable resources that can be recovered through METs, such as biofuels, bioelectricity, and other commodity chemicals, are examined. This book serves as a practical guide for implementing METs in industrial settings, offering strategies to enhance the yield of recovered resources. It also offers insights into how these technologies can be integrated into existing industrial processes to achieve both economic and environmental benefits. Resource Recovery from Industrial Wastewater through Microbial Electrochemical Technologies is essential reading for research scholars, postgraduate students, and scientists working in the fields of microbial electrochemistry and industrial waste management. Industry professionals involved in research and development will benefit from the foundational knowledge and practical guidelines needed to implement METs in their industries. By bridging the existing knowledge gap, this book aims to advance the field of industrial wastewater treatment and contribute to more sustainable industrial practices. ISBN: 9781789063806 (paperback) ISBN: 9781789063813 (eBook) ISBN: 9781789063820 (ePub)

Key findings

• ▸METs can recover valuable resources such as biofuels, bioelectricity, and commodity chemicals from industrial wastewater.
• ▸Different industrial processes generate varying characteristics and quantities of wastewater, which can be treated using METs.
• ▸Various configurations, electrode and membrane materials, microbial cultures, and catalysts are used in METs.

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DOI

10.2166/9781789063813

Journal

IWA Publishing eBooks

Year

2024