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Adapting microalgae-based strategies for sustainable green cities
Kit Wayne Chew1,2, Pau Loke Show3
1School of Energy and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University Malaysia, Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia.
Biotechnology Journal
|January 24, 2022
Summary
Microalgae offer a sustainable solution for green cities, reducing carbon emissions and purifying wastewater. Their biomass yields valuable biomolecules, presenting a promising strategy for urban environmental management.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Biotechnology
- Urban Planning
Background:
- Green cities require innovative environmental management strategies.
- Microalgae present a viable renewable resource for urban ecosystems.
- Current urban systems face challenges in carbon reduction and wastewater treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the integration of microalgae in green cities.
- To outline the benefits and challenges of microalgae implementation.
- To propose strategies for utilizing microalgae in urban environments.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on microalgae applications in urban settings.
- Analysis of microalgae's environmental impact (carbon reduction, bioremediation).
- Assessment of biomass valorization into functional biomolecules.
Main Results:
- Microalgae cultivation effectively reduces atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.
- Algal biomass can efficiently bioremediate various types of wastewater.
- Microalgae biomass is a source for producing high-value biomolecules.
Conclusions:
- Microalgae offer a multi-faceted solution for enhancing sustainability in green cities.
- Successful implementation requires addressing specific needs and challenges.
- Strategic integration of microalgae can significantly improve urban environmental quality.
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