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View article: Microwave-assisted pyrolysis of solid waste for the production of high-value carbon nanomaterials and hydrogen gas: a review
Microwave-assisted pyrolysis of solid waste for the production of high-value carbon nanomaterials and hydrogen gas: a review Open
View article: Sustainable synthesis of carbon nanomaterials from waste tire-derived char using microwave pyrolysis
Sustainable synthesis of carbon nanomaterials from waste tire-derived char using microwave pyrolysis Open
View article: Lithium recovery in a batch adsorption study: Synthesis, characterization, optimization, regeneration, kinetics, and isotherm studies
Lithium recovery in a batch adsorption study: Synthesis, characterization, optimization, regeneration, kinetics, and isotherm studies Open
Lithium (Li)recovery is significant due to an increasing need for Li in diverse applications, particularly in the energy storage domain. In this study, a synthesized adsorbent was developed and utilized to efficiently recover Li. Therefore…
View article: Nanoadsorbents as an effective wastewater treatment candidate for pharmaceutical contaminants; towards sustainable policy development
Nanoadsorbents as an effective wastewater treatment candidate for pharmaceutical contaminants; towards sustainable policy development Open
Access to clean water is one of the most basic human needs for health and well-being and it is accepted as the 6th goal of the United Nations’ sustainable development goals. Emerging Contaminants from pharmaceutical compounds are one of th…
View article: Optimal parameters for boron recovery in a batch adsorption study: Synthesis, characterization, regeneration, kinetics, and isotherm studies
Optimal parameters for boron recovery in a batch adsorption study: Synthesis, characterization, regeneration, kinetics, and isotherm studies Open
Boron is essential for plant growth and finds widespread use in industries, contributing to the advancement of materials and technologies. Its dual role underscores its critical importance. This article explores the efficient recovery of b…
View article: Chitin nanocrystals: A promising alternative to synthetic surfactants for stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions
Chitin nanocrystals: A promising alternative to synthetic surfactants for stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions Open
Oil-in-water emulsions are used in a variety of applications, but they are often unstable and can break down over time due to different mechanisms such as flocculation and coalescence, as well as gravitational separation, like creaming and…
View article: Sustainable sewage sludge biosorbent activated carbon for remediation of heavy metals: Optimization by response surface methodology
Sustainable sewage sludge biosorbent activated carbon for remediation of heavy metals: Optimization by response surface methodology Open
This study investigated the potential use of sewage sludge-based activated carbon in the removal of copper (Cu) and cadmium (Cd) ions from aqueous solutions. The activated carbon (AC) was prepared by chemical activation using potassium hyd…
View article: Lithium adsorption from aqueous solution using aluminum hydroxide: Characterization, optimization by response surface methodology, kinetic modelling, and isotherm studies
Lithium adsorption from aqueous solution using aluminum hydroxide: Characterization, optimization by response surface methodology, kinetic modelling, and isotherm studies Open
The growing need for Lithium (Li) chemicals for industrial application demands finding affordable and environmentally friendly ways of producing them beyond conventional land mining. Adsorption is a promising technique for Li recovery as i…
View article: Parametric optimization of additive manufactured biocarrier submerged in sequencing batch reactor for domestic wastewater treatment
Parametric optimization of additive manufactured biocarrier submerged in sequencing batch reactor for domestic wastewater treatment Open
The high nutrient concentration in domestic wastewater effluent can endanger the aquatic life via eutrophication. Thus, research have been carried out to prevent harm to aquatic life. In regard biofilm reactors have been successful by far …
View article: A Review on Green Cooling: Exploring the Benefits of Sustainable Energy-Powered District Cooling with Thermal Energy Storage
A Review on Green Cooling: Exploring the Benefits of Sustainable Energy-Powered District Cooling with Thermal Energy Storage Open
This paper examines the economic and environmental impacts of district cooling systems (DCS) that are integrated with renewable energy sources and thermal energy storage (TES). Typically, a DCS offers a highly efficient and environmentally…
View article: Adsorptive Removal of Boron by DIAION™ CRB05: Characterization, Kinetics, Isotherm, and Optimization by Response Surface Methodology
Adsorptive Removal of Boron by DIAION™ CRB05: Characterization, Kinetics, Isotherm, and Optimization by Response Surface Methodology Open
A significant issue for the ecosystem is the presence of boron in water resources, particularly in produced water. Batch and dynamic experiments were used in this research to extract boron in the form of boric acid from aqueous solutions u…
View article: Boron removal from produce water through adsorption
Boron removal from produce water through adsorption Open
Boron (B) is essential for the development and functioning of organisms, involving their growth, health, and development of plants, animals, and humans. Nevertheless, the increasing use of boron in various applications has led to environme…
View article: Pretreated palm oil clinker as an attached growth media for organic matter removal from synthetic domestic wastewater in a sequencing batch reactor
Pretreated palm oil clinker as an attached growth media for organic matter removal from synthetic domestic wastewater in a sequencing batch reactor Open
Attached-growth systems are biological wastewater treatment processes with biomass attached to a media for organic matter and nutrient removal from wastewater. In this regard, bioreactors containing biocarriers have been successful by far …
View article: Statistical Evaluation and Trend Analysis of ANN Based Satellite Products (PERSIANN) for the Kelani River Basin, Sri Lanka
Statistical Evaluation and Trend Analysis of ANN Based Satellite Products (PERSIANN) for the Kelani River Basin, Sri Lanka Open
Satellite-based precipitation products, (SbPPs) have piqued the interest of a number of researchers as a reliable replacement for observed rainfall data which often have limited time spans and missing days. The SbPPs possess certain uncert…
View article: Bench-Scale Fixed-Bed Column Study for the Removal of Dye-Contaminated Effluent Using Sewage-Sludge-Based Biochar
Bench-Scale Fixed-Bed Column Study for the Removal of Dye-Contaminated Effluent Using Sewage-Sludge-Based Biochar Open
Batik industrial effluent wastewater (BIE) contains toxic dyes that, if directly channeled into receiving water bodies without proper treatment, could pollute the aquatic ecosystem and, detrimentally, affect the health of people. This stud…
View article: Column Study for Adsorption of Copper and Cadmium Using Activated Carbon Derived from Sewage Sludge
Column Study for Adsorption of Copper and Cadmium Using Activated Carbon Derived from Sewage Sludge Open
Among the water‐polluting substances, heavy metals stand out due to their carcinogenic and toxic effects on the creatures and environment. This study aimed to scrutinize the effectiveness of sewage sludge‐based activated carbon in the remo…
View article: The Influence of COVID-19-Induced Daily Activities on Health Parameters—A Case Study in Malaysia
The Influence of COVID-19-Induced Daily Activities on Health Parameters—A Case Study in Malaysia Open
Since December 2019, the COVID-19 epidemic has been spreading all over the world. This epidemic has brought a risk of death in the daily activity (physical and social) participation that influences travellers’ physical, social, and mental …
View article: Bio-kinetics of organic removal in EAAS reactor for co-treatment of refinery wastewater with municipal wastewater.
Bio-kinetics of organic removal in EAAS reactor for co-treatment of refinery wastewater with municipal wastewater. Open
The refinery wastewater (RWW) is very complex in nature, which need energy intense treatment. Thus, it is difficult for developing countries to manage the treatment of RWW. The feasible option to tackle the problem is co-treatment with mun…
View article: Sugarcane Bagasse as a Co-Substrate with Oil-Refinery Biological Sludge for Biogas Production Using Batch Mesophilic Anaerobic Co-Digestion Technology: Effect of Carbon/Nitrogen Ratio
Sugarcane Bagasse as a Co-Substrate with Oil-Refinery Biological Sludge for Biogas Production Using Batch Mesophilic Anaerobic Co-Digestion Technology: Effect of Carbon/Nitrogen Ratio Open
Man-made organic waste leads to the rapid proliferation of pollution around the globe. Effective bio-waste management can help to reduce the adverse effects of organic waste while contributing to the circular economy at the same time. The …
View article: Eucheuma cottonii Seaweed-Based Biochar for Adsorption of Methylene Blue Dye
Eucheuma cottonii Seaweed-Based Biochar for Adsorption of Methylene Blue Dye Open
Pollution from dye containing wastewater leads to a variety of environmental problems, which can destroy plant life and eco-systems. This study reports development of a seaweed-based biochar as an adsorbent material for efficient adsorptio…
View article: Optimization of Preparation Conditions of Sewage sludge based Activated Carbon
Optimization of Preparation Conditions of Sewage sludge based Activated Carbon Open
The volume of sludge is a growing problem worldwide due to the increase in the population and the growing in industry and agriculture. Therefore, sludge management and disposal are becoming problematic and required more intensive and creat…
View article: Degradation of Cd, Cu, Fe, Mn, Pb and Zn by Moringa-oleifera, zeolite, ferric-chloride, chitosan and alum in an industrial effluent
Degradation of Cd, Cu, Fe, Mn, Pb and Zn by Moringa-oleifera, zeolite, ferric-chloride, chitosan and alum in an industrial effluent Open
Coagulation-flocculation constitute the backbone process in most water and wastewater treatment plants. This study focused on determining the optimum coagulant dose for moringa oleifera seed extract, zeolite, ferric chloride, chitosan and …
View article: Removal of ammonia by palm oil clinker (POC) as submerged fixed media in sequence batch reactor (SBR) mode
Removal of ammonia by palm oil clinker (POC) as submerged fixed media in sequence batch reactor (SBR) mode Open
Currently, utilization of waste by-products or waste materials have received attention globally as it brings significant economic and environmental impacts. In this study, palm oil clinker (POC) which is one of the waste by-products genera…
View article: Water quality hazard assessment for hand dug wells in Rafin Zurfi, Bauchi State, Nigeria
Water quality hazard assessment for hand dug wells in Rafin Zurfi, Bauchi State, Nigeria Open
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control recently reported an outbreak of yellow fever in Bauchi state. To strategize mitigation measures, an investigation into water sources became necessary. This study adopted Water Quality Index (WQI), Ta…
View article: Response Surface Methodology to Optimize Methane Production from Mesophilic Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Oily-Biological Sludge and Sugarcane Bagasse
Response Surface Methodology to Optimize Methane Production from Mesophilic Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Oily-Biological Sludge and Sugarcane Bagasse Open
Oily-biological sludge (OBS) generated from petroleum refineries has high toxicity. Therefore, it needs an appropriate disposal method to reduce the negative impacts on the environment. The anaerobic co-digestion process is an effective me…
View article: Adsorption kinetics of colour removal from palm oil mill effluent using wastewater sludge carbon in column studies
Adsorption kinetics of colour removal from palm oil mill effluent using wastewater sludge carbon in column studies Open
Treated palm oil mill effluents (POME) is of great concern as it still has colour from its dissolved organics which may pollute receiving water bodies. In this study, the removal of colour from treated palm oil mill effluent were investiga…
View article: Kinetics of Nutrient Removal in an Integrated Suspended Growth Reactor
Kinetics of Nutrient Removal in an Integrated Suspended Growth Reactor Open
Wastewater effluent discharge in a large amount of ammonia, nitrate and phosphorus lead to eutrophication the river. Eutrophication is a serious environmental issue that threaten the fishes and aquatic plants. To prevent this from happenin…