Development of a Novel Hybrid System for Simultaneous Removal of Nutrients and Heavy Metals from Wastewater
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Development of a Novel Hybrid System for Simultaneous Removal of Nutrients and Heavy Metals from Wastewater
Authors:
Nakul Shenode1, Dilip Budhlani2, Akshata Katturwar3
Nakul Shenode1, Civil Engineering Department, SSIT, Nagpur
Dilip Budhlani2, Civil Engineering Department, SSIT, Nagpur
Akshata Katturwar3, Civil Engineering Department, SSIT, Nagpur
Abstract - This study presents the development of a novel hybrid wastewater treatment system combining biochar adsorption and microbial bioremediation to simultaneously remove nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus) and heavy metals (cadmium, lead, and chromium) from industrial wastewater. The system integrates biochar derived from agricultural waste with a microbial consortium enriched for pollutant degradation.
Laboratory-scale experiments demonstrated removal efficiencies of 90% for nitrates, 85% for phosphates, and over 80% for heavy metals under optimized conditions. Analytical techniques, including scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), confirmed the mechanisms of adsorption and biodegradation. The hybrid system offers a sustainable, cost-effective solution for treating complex wastewater streams, with potential for scalability. This work contributes to advancing wastewater treatment technologies for environmental protection and resource recovery.
Keywords: Hybrid wastewater treatment, biochar adsorption, microbial bioremediation, nutrient removal, heavy metals, sustainable treatment
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