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Cholesterol Efflux Assay

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Published on: March 6, 2012

Evaluation and modification of existing CETP.

Bhavisha Sharma, A R Shah

Journal of Environmental Science & Engineering

|December 17, 2014

Summary

Common effluent treatment plants (CETPs) are vital for industries but face challenges from changing effluent characteristics. This study evaluated a CETP near Baroda, suggesting specific treatments to meet Gujarat Pollution Control Board standards.

Area of Science:

Environmental Engineering
Industrial Wastewater Treatment

Background:

Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs) offer cost-effective solutions for small and medium-scale industries in Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) areas.
Dynamic market demands lead to evolving effluent characteristics, impacting CETP performance and necessitating continuous evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the performance of an existing CETP near Baroda.
To identify effective treatment strategies for industrial effluent to meet stringent discharge standards.

Main Methods:

Case study analysis of a CETP near Baroda.
Wastewater characterization, focusing on COD, BOD, Suspended Solids, NH3-N, and oil and grease.
Treatability studies on CETP wastewater.

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