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Environmental biotechnology: the ongoing quest.

R Grommen1, W Verstraete

  • 1Laboratory of Microbial Ecology and Technology (LabMET), Ghent University, Coupure Links 653, B-9000, Ghent, Belgium.

Journal of Biotechnology
|July 20, 2002
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Environmental biotechnology advances focus on implementing established waste treatment technologies and developing novel solutions for water reuse and solid/gaseous waste management. This includes biomembranes, anaerobic ammonium oxidation, and integrated physical-biological processes.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental biotechnology
  • Waste management technologies
  • Bioremediation

Background:

  • Established knowledge in treating aqueous, solid, and gaseous wastes using biotechnology.
  • Increasing focus on implementing 'best available technology not entailing excessive costs' (BATNEEC) under strict environmental legislation.
  • Evolving environmental challenges necessitate holistic approaches to waste stream management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore novel biotechnological solutions for emerging environmental challenges.
  • To highlight advancements in water treatment, including biomembrane reactors and anaerobic ammonium oxidation.
  • To discuss the critical role of biotechnology in wastewater reuse and decentralized sanitation and reuse (DESAR).

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of established biotechnologies for waste treatment.

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  • Development of novel processes for nitrogen removal (anaerobic ammonium oxidation).
  • Integration of biotechnological processes with physical technologies (e.g., plasma).
  • Biostimulation, remediation, and augmentation for soil and sediment cleanup.
  • Biofilter systems for waste gas treatment.
  • Application of probiotics in aquaculture water quality management.

    • Main Results:

    • Biotechnology is crucial for water reuse and addressing water scarcity.
    • Anaerobic digestion is a mature technology for biowaste treatment.
    • Soil and sediment remediation techniques are well-established.
    • Biofilters and advanced biotechnological approaches can treat challenging waste gases, including dioxins.
    • Probiotics offer potential for aquaculture enhancement and water quality control.

    Conclusions:

    • Biotechnology is essential for sustainable waste management and resource recovery.
    • Continued innovation in environmental biotechnology is key to addressing global environmental issues.
    • Integrated approaches combining biological and physical methods show significant promise for future waste treatment solutions.