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¹Post-Graduation Program in Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (PPGE3M), Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Av. Bento Gonçalves n. 9500, Agronomia, Porto Alegre 91509-900, RS, Brazil.

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Addressing water scarcity and pollution requires advanced water and wastewater treatment technologies. This study explores innovative solutions to improve water quality and resource management in challenging environmental conditions.

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Area of Science:

Environmental Science
Water Resource Management
Chemical Engineering

Background:

Increasing global water scarcity and widespread degradation of water bodies necessitate novel treatment solutions.
Existing water and wastewater treatment methods face challenges in meeting growing demands and stringent environmental regulations.

Discussion:

Exploration of advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) for recalcitrant pollutant removal.
Investigation into membrane filtration technologies for enhanced water purification.
Assessment of biological treatment enhancements for wastewater remediation.

Key Insights:

Development of integrated treatment trains combining physical, chemical, and biological methods.
Identification of cost-effective and energy-efficient technologies for water reuse.
Demonstration of improved removal efficiencies for a wide range of contaminants.

Outlook:

Future research directions in nanotechnology for water treatment.
Potential for decentralized water treatment systems to improve access to clean water.
Policy and economic considerations for widespread adoption of advanced water technologies.