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Ma J, Cui Y, Ma C, Kuang P, Zhao K, Ma K, Chen Z. Distribution and removal pathways of heavy metals during the operation of sludge treatment wetlands. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2024; 45:4146-4155. [PMID: 37534577 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2023.2243020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/04/2023]
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ABSTRACTThe distribution and removal pathways of heavy metals within different sludge treatment wetlands (STWs) during different running periods in Northeast China have not been well studied. In this study, we examined three STWs, i.e. an STW with aeration tubes only (unit 1; U1), an STW with reeds and aeration tubes (unit 2; U2), and an STW with reeds only (unit 3; U3). The results showed that the levels of Cu as well as Zn accumulated faster within STW residual sludge, whereas the levels of Cd, Cr, Ni, and Pb accumulated more slowly and decreased slightly over time. The removal rates of heavy metals from the influent sludge by STWs ranged from 64.5% (Cr) to 92.2% (Zn). Reeds removed heavy metals from the STWs by direct absorption, and Zn was highly enriched in the reeds. The presence of reeds also promoted the spreading of heavy metals to the substrate layer and improved the removal of heavy metals in STWs. The mass of each heavy metal accumulated within the residual sludge of U2 and U3 was lower than that of U1, indicating that reeds could facilitate the removal of heavy metals. The STWs removed heavy metal mainly by substrate adsorption, and the mass percentage of heavy metals accumulated in the substrate ranged from 35.8 to 63.6%.
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- Junwen Ma
- College of Environment and Resources, Dalian Minzu University, Dalian, People's Republic of China
- Technology Research and Development Department, Beijing Enterprises Water Group Limited, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- College of Environment and Resources, Dalian Minzu University, Dalian, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Marine Ecological Environment Information, National Marine Environmental Monitoring Center, Dalian, People's Republic of China
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- College of Environment and Resources, Dalian Minzu University, Dalian, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Songliao Aquatic Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Jianzhu University, Changchun, People's Republic of China
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- College of Environment and Resources, Dalian Minzu University, Dalian, People's Republic of China
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- College of Environment and Resources, Dalian Minzu University, Dalian, People's Republic of China
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Kinetics and mineralization fraction of organic matter from sewage sludge mixed with soil under controlled laboratory conditions. Sci Rep 2022; 12:22426. [PMID: 36575182 PMCID: PMC9794721 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-25121-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The objective of this work was to evaluate the kinetics and mineralization fraction of organic matter from sewage sludge mixed with the soil under controlled laboratory conditions. For this, organic material samples accumulated in layers 0-5 cm, 5-10 cm and 10-15 cm in relation to the surface of a vertical flow constructed wetland system (VF-CW) used for treatment of septic tank sludge, in addition to samples of dewatered sludge from a septic tank and a UASB reactor and non-dewatered sludge from an anaerobic digester were mixed with material collected from the surface layer of a Red Yellow Argisol at rates equivalent to the applications, via organic residues, of 300 and 600 kg ha-1 year-1 of total nitrogen. It was found that the two-phase kinetic equation fit better to the mineralization data of labile and recalcitrant organic carbon. For the lowest nitrogen application rate in the mixtures, the mineralization fractions of the total organic carbon were higher than 73%, while at the highest dose there was a reduction in the mineralization of organic matter by 17% and 63%, respectively in samples collected in layer 10-15 cm from the VF-CW and in the septic tank sludge dewatered in the drying bed.
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Kowal P, Ciesielski S, Godzieba M, Fitobór K, Gajewska M, Kołecka K. Assessment of diversity and composition of bacterial community in sludge treatment reed bed systems. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2021; 756:144060. [PMID: 33317898 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.144060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Revised: 10/30/2020] [Accepted: 11/22/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Due to their low emission of odours and lack of the need to apply additional chemical agents, sludge treatment reed beds (STRBs) constitute an economically feasible and eco-friendly approach to sewage sludge management. Correctly designed and operated STRBs ensure effective reduction of the dry matter content coupled with the mineralisation of organic compounds. Successful operation of STRBs relies on complex interactions between the plants and microorganisms responsible for the decomposition of organic matter and nutrient cycling. While the biocenoses of wetland systems dedicated to wastewater treatment have been intensively investigated, in the case of sludge treatment applications, there is a deficit of available microbial data. The aim of this study was to explore the diversity and spatial distribution of the bacteria in three distinct STRBs which differ in maturation and feeding patterns. Analyses of the dry mass and organic matter content showed the general trend of the sludge stabilisation processes advancing through the bed depth, with the best performance in the Matured Continuous Feed (MCF) bed being noted. Samples from the MCF bed showed the statistically greatest biodiversity in relation to the other beds. Moreover, increased biodiversity of microorganisms was observed on the surface of the STRBs and the bottom zone of the MCF equipped with a passive aeration system, which proves the application of such solutions in order to enhance the performance of the process. The results of 16S rRNA gene sequencing revealed that Bacteroidetes, Proteobacteria and Firmicutes contributed approximately 80% of all identified sequences read. Network analysis revealed dominant role of Bacteroidetes in the formation of interspecies co-existence patterns. Nitrospira was the most abundant organism responsible for nitrogen metabolism in the STRBs.
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- Przemysław Kowal
- Dept. of Sanitary Engineering, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland
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- Dept. of Environmental Biotechnology, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Michała Oczapowskiego 2, 10-719 Olsztyn, Poland
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- Dept. of Environmental Biotechnology, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Michała Oczapowskiego 2, 10-719 Olsztyn, Poland
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- Dept. of Water and Wastewater Technology, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland
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- Dept. of Water and Wastewater Technology, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland
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- Dept. of Water and Wastewater Technology, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdańsk University of Technology, Narutowicza 11/12, 80-233 Gdańsk, Poland.
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Sustainable Dewatering of Industrial Sludges in Sludge Treatment Reed Beds: Experiences from Pilot and Full-Scale Studies under Different Climates. APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/app10217446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Sludge treatment reed beds (STRBs) are an established sludge treatment technology with multiple environmental and economic advantages in dewatering sludge generated during domestic wastewater treatment. However, little is reported regarding their appropriateness and efficiency for the treatment of sludge produced during industrial wastewater treatment and from water works. These sludge types may have significantly different quality characteristics than typical domestic sludge and may contain constituents that could affect their dewaterability. Therefore, the dewatering of these industrial sludge types is usually tested in small-scale pilot STRBs before the construction of full-scale systems. This paper presents and summarizes the state-of-the-art experience from existing pilot and full-scale STRB systems from various countries and climates treating sludge from various industrial sources, evaluates the suitability and the advantages of this sustainable treatment technology, and proposes the required dimensioning for efficient full-scale STRB operation and performance.
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Hu S, Lv Z, Zuo X, Liu H, Vymazal J, Chen Z. Effects of loading rates and plant species on sludge characteristics in earthworm assistant sludge treatment wetlands. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2020; 730:139142. [PMID: 32416508 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.139142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2019] [Revised: 04/08/2020] [Accepted: 04/29/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Sludge treatment wetlands (STWs) are widely used to treat surplus sludge in recent years. However, the effects of plant species and loading rates on sludge characteristics in earthworm assistant STWs remain unclear. In the current study, six STWs planted with two plant species (Phragmites australis, Typha angustifolia) were investigated under four loading rates (60, 80, 90 and 120 kg DS/m2/yr) regarding the influence on sludge characteristics. Furthermore, earthworms were added in three STWs to evaluate their role on sludge stabilization during resting period. Results showed that the best sludge dewatering (dry solids (DS) of 45.0%) and stabilization (volatile solids to total solids (VS/TS) of 40.5%) were determined in the P. australis STWs at the loading rate of 80 kg DS/m2/yr. Furthermore, VS/TS and Escherichia coli contents in earthworm STWs were 5.5-11.2% and 12-39% lower than that in the control without earthworm addition. Meanwhile, earthworm also decreased the nutrient contents in STWs. However, earthworms had insignificant effects on heavy metal contents in STWs. Nevertheless, the bioavailability of Cd and Cr in STWs were decreased by earthworm addition, with an acid-soluble fraction of Cd and Cr reduced by 11.2-18% and 2.5-7.5%, respectively. In conclusion, sludge characteristics can be improved by earthworm addition in P. australis STWs.
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- Shanshan Hu
- Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamýcká 129, 16521 Prague, Czech Republic
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- The Key Laboratory of Biotechnology for Medicinal Plants of Jiangsu Province, Jiangsu Normal University, Shanghai Road 101, 221116 Xuzhou, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Environment and Architecture, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 516 Jungong Road, 200093 Shanghai, China
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- Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamýcká 129, 16521 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamýcká 129, 16521 Prague, Czech Republic.
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Solé-Bundó M, Garfí M, Matamoros V, Ferrer I. Co-digestion of microalgae and primary sludge: Effect on biogas production and microcontaminants removal. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2019; 660:974-981. [PMID: 30743981 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2019.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2018] [Revised: 12/20/2018] [Accepted: 01/02/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Microalgal-based wastewater treatment plants are conceived as low cost and low energy consuming systems. The operation of these plants involves the management of primary sludge and microalgal biomass. The aim of this study is to analyse the anaerobic co-digestion of both by-products in terms of biogas production and contaminants of emerging concern removal. The co-digestion of microalgae and primary sludge (25/75% on a volatile solids basis) was investigated in continuous reactors and compared to microalgae mono-digestion at a hydraulic retention time of 20days. Results showed how the co-digestion enhanced the anaerobic digestion of microalgal biomass, since primary sludge is a more readily biodegradable substrate, which increased the methane production by 65% and reduced the risk of ammonia toxicity. Regarding the contaminants, musk fragrances (galaxolide and tonalide) and triclosan showed the highest abundance on primary sludge (0.5-25μg/g TS), whereas caffeine, methyl dihydrojasmonate and triphenyl phosphate were barely detected in both substrates (<0.1μg/g TS). The removal of these contaminants was compound-depending and ranged from no removal to up to 90%. On the whole, microalgae mono-digestion resulted in a higher removal of selected contaminants than the co-digestion with primary sludge.
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- Maria Solé-Bundó
- GEMMA - Environmental Engineering and Microbiology Research Group, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya·BarcelonaTech, c/ Jordi Girona 1-3, Building D1, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain
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- GEMMA - Environmental Engineering and Microbiology Research Group, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya·BarcelonaTech, c/ Jordi Girona 1-3, Building D1, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Environmental Chemistry, IDAEA-CSIC, c/Jordi Girona, 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain
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- GEMMA - Environmental Engineering and Microbiology Research Group, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya·BarcelonaTech, c/ Jordi Girona 1-3, Building D1, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain.
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Chen Z, Hu S. Heavy metals distribution and their bioavailability in earthworm assistant sludge treatment wetland. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2019; 366:615-623. [PMID: 30579227 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2018.12.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2018] [Revised: 11/17/2018] [Accepted: 12/12/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Sludge treatment wetlands (STWs) have been used for sludge treatment in recent years, however, heavy metals (HMs) are one of the limiting factors for the final sludge application, and the fate of HMs in STWs are still not well studied. Therefore, six STWs with two plant species and earthworm addition were investigated to evaluate their effects on HMs distribution and bioavailability. The results showed that plant uptake of HMs was insignificant with earthworm addition. Earthworm had the highest enrichment for Cd with bioaccumulation factors of 6.9-7.3. Moreover, earthworm had a positive effect to remove HMs in accumulated sludge. Meanwhile, the bioavailability of Cd in accumulated sludge was decreased by earthworm addition, with the acid-soluble fraction decreased from range 16.5-22.7% to range 7.2-10.1%. Furthermore, HMs mass balance in the STWs revealed that HMs were widely distributed in the accumulated sludge, leachate and others, while their (except Cd) accumulation in the plants and earthworm are less than 1%. The Cd toxicity in the accumulated sludge can be reduced by the addition of earthworm with enrichment of 3.6-8.2%. Overall, earthworm addition have positive effects on distribution and bioavailability of HMs in STWs.
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- Zhongbing Chen
- Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamýcká 129, 16521 Prague, Czech Republic.
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- Department of Applied Ecology, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Kamýcká 129, 16521 Prague, Czech Republic
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Kania M, Gautier M, Blanc D, Lupsea-Toader M, Merlot L, Quaresima MC, Gourdon R. Leaching behavior of major and trace elements from sludge deposits of a French vertical flow constructed wetland. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2019; 649:544-553. [PMID: 30176465 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.08.364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2018] [Revised: 07/25/2018] [Accepted: 08/25/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Surface sludge deposits were collected from a French Vertical Flow Constructed Wetland (French VFCW) sewage treatment plant. The objectives were to characterize the retention of major elements and trace metals within the sludge deposits particles under regular operating conditions, and the influence of extreme pH conditions on their potential release which may occur in situations when the plant malfunctions or after land application of the dredged sludge. A sequential extraction protocol was first used to assess the distribution of the elements within the sludge deposits. Results showed that most of Cu and Pb were associated to organic matter within the oxidizable fraction. Zn, Ni and Cd were distributed in several fractions, notably bound to Fe-Mn oxides and associated to organic matter. Cr was analyzed mostly in the residual fraction. Aliquot fractions of sludge deposits were also submitted to Acid and Base Neutralization Capacity tests (ANC-BNC) where the samples were suspended into acidic or alkaline aqueous solutions, and the solutions analyzed after 48 h contact time. Results showed a pH-dependent leaching profile for all monitored elements. The role of organic matter was observed for almost all metals. It was particularly dominant for Cu which was leached more extensively under alkaline than acidic conditions. Since Cu is not an amphoteric element, this leaching pattern was attributed to the leaching of organic matter which followed a similar pH-dependent profile than Cu. Spectrometric indices were used to characterize soluble organic compounds. Results showed that complex and humified dissolved organic compounds were mostly released under alkaline conditions.
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- Manon Kania
- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France.
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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Kania M, Gautier M, Imig A, Michel P, Gourdon R. Comparative characterization of surface sludge deposits from fourteen French Vertical Flow Constructed Wetlands sewage treatment plants using biological, chemical and thermal indices. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2019; 647:464-473. [PMID: 30086498 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.07.440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2018] [Revised: 07/27/2018] [Accepted: 07/30/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Due to their design and mode of operation, French Vertical Flow Constructed Wetlands (VFCWs) accumulate suspended solids from the inflow wastewater in the form of a sludge layer at the surface of the first filter. In order to maintain the treatment performance over the long term, the characteristics of the sludge deposits and their evolution have to be well described. In this objective, a panel of sludge deposit samples taken from 14 French VFCW sewage treatment plants was investigated. Elemental composition and organic matter content, nature and reactivity were analyzed. Results clearly revealed two categories of sludge deposits, namely the "young-age plants" type (1 year of operation and less) and the "mature plants" type (3 years of operation and more). Sludge deposits from the "mature plants" exhibited same biological, physical and chemical properties. Their organic matter was globally less abundant, more humified and less biodegradable than in the young-age plants type. Their overall contents in trace metals were also higher, although in a limited manner. The effect of additional treatments, particularly FeCl3 injection for phosphorus precipitation, was observable in the "young-age plants" group. Finally, the sludge deposits sampled from one particular plant with specific operating conditions were found to exhibit very different characteristics from those of either groups identified. This observation underlined the influence of local conditions on the typology of the sludge deposits.
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- M Kania
- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France; SCIRPE, 5 Allée Alban Vistel, 69110 Sainte-Foy-Lès-Lyon, France.
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France.
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France
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- SCIRPE, 5 Allée Alban Vistel, 69110 Sainte-Foy-Lès-Lyon, France.
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- Univ Lyon, INSA Lyon, DEEP (Déchets Eaux Environnement Pollutions), EA 7429, 69621 Villeurbanne Cedex, France.
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Gómez-Muñoz B, Larsen JD, Bekiaris G, Scheutz C, Bruun S, Nielsen S, Jensen LS. Nitrogen mineralisation and greenhouse gas emission from the soil application of sludge from reed bed mineralisation systems. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2017; 203:59-67. [PMID: 28778006 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2017.07.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2016] [Revised: 07/13/2017] [Accepted: 07/15/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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A sludge treatment reed bed system (STRB) is a technology used for dewatering and stabilising sewage sludge via assisted biological mineralisation, which creates a sludge residue suitable for use as fertiliser on agricultural land. We evaluated the effect of sludge residue storage time (stabilisation time) for three STRBs on soil N mineralisation and CO2 and N2O emissions in soil. The experiment revealed that the N mineralisation rate and emissions of CO2 and N2O decreased as a function of treatment time in the STRBs. Mixed sludge residue (sludge residue subjected to different treatment times) for the three STRBs resulted in N mineralisation rates similar to the sludge residue subjected to a shorter treatment time but lower N2O emissions similar to the values of the older sludge residue. This finding reveals that combining fresh and more stabilised sludge residue ensures high N availability and reduces N2O emissions when applied to land.
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- B Gómez-Muñoz
- Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, DK-1871, Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Building 113, 2800, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark; Orbicon A/S, Ringstedvej 20, 4000, Roskilde, Denmark
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- Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, DK-1871, Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Building 113, 2800, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
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- Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, DK-1871, Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Orbicon A/S, Ringstedvej 20, 4000, Roskilde, Denmark.
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- Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, Thorvaldsensvej 40, DK-1871, Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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Larsen JD, Nielsen SM, Scheutz C. Assessment of a Danish sludge treatment reed bed system and a stockpile area, using substance flow analysis. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2017; 76:2291-2303. [PMID: 29144287 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2017.348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Sludge treatment reed bed (STRB) systems combine dewatering, stabilisation and long-term storage of sludge. The main objective of this study was to investigate how substance concentrations change in the sludge residue during treatment and to conduct substance flow analyses covering the flow of substances in an STRB system over a 12-year treatment period, followed by three months' post-treatment in a stockpile area (SPA). Samples of sludge, reject water and sludge residue of different ages were collected at two Danish STRB system facilities and analysed for content of relevant substances. Concentrations of carbon and nitrogen in the sludge residue residing in an STRB system changed as a function of treatment time, mainly due to mineralisation; only a negligible part was lost to reject water. Considering metals and phosphorus, the main share was accumulated in the sludge residue; only minor fractions were lost to mineralisation or reject water. Post-treatment in an SPA resulted in an increase in dry matter content from 24% to 32%. After treatment, the concentrations of heavy metals (lead, cadmium, nickel, zinc, copper and chromium) in the sludge residue met the threshold values stated by the Danish Environmental Protection Agency and the EU.
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- Julie D Larsen
- Orbicon A/S, DK-4000 Roskilde, Denmark E-mail: ; Department of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
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Vallecillos L, Sadef Y, Borrull F, Pocurull E, Bester K. Degradation of synthetic fragrances by laccase-mediated system. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2017; 334:233-243. [PMID: 28415001 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2017.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2016] [Revised: 03/29/2017] [Accepted: 04/02/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Laccase mediator systems are important biodegradation agents as the rate of reaction could be enhanced in the presence of redox mediators. In the present study the commercial enzyme laccase from Trametes versicolor and the redox mediator 2,2'-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS) were used for the biotransformation of the synthetic fragrances 1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-2,3,8,8,-tetramethyl-2-naphthyl)ethan-1-one (Iso-E-Super, OTNE), 1,3,4,6,7,8,-hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta-[g]-2-benzopyran (Galaxolide, HHCB), 7-acetyl-1,1,3,4,4,6-hexamethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphtalene (Tonalide, AHTN) and the transformation product of HHCB, 1,3,4,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta-[g]-2-benzopyran-1-one (Galaxolidone, HHCB-lactone) in water. A particular focus was to assess the effects of the enzyme laccase from Trametes versicolor in the enantioselective degradation of the target compounds, for this reason gas chromatography with an enantioselective column was used as separation technique followed by mass spectrometry detection. In addition, as enantioselective degradation of musk fragrances was observed in wastewater, sewage sludge and fish samples, enantiomeric fractions of selected compounds were studied during composting. In a period of 144h, the target fragrances could be effectively removed by the enzyme laccase with removal percentages greater than 70%, except AHTN with a removal percentage of 42%. However, the degradation process prompted by the enzyme laccase was shown to be non-enantioselective as no significant differences were observer between the enantiomeric fractions calculated at the beginning and at the end of the degradation process. Meanwhile, the composting process was shown to be enantioselective.
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- Laura Vallecillos
- Department of Analytical Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Campus Sescelades, Marcel·lí Domingo s/n, Tarragona 43007, Spain.
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- Department of Chemistry Biotechnology and Environmental Engineering, Aalborg University, Sohngaardsholmsvej, 57, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark; College of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of the Punjab, 54000 Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Campus Sescelades, Marcel·lí Domingo s/n, Tarragona 43007, Spain
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Campus Sescelades, Marcel·lí Domingo s/n, Tarragona 43007, Spain
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- Department of Environmental Science, Aarhus University, Frederkisborgsvej 399, Roskilde 4000, Denmark
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Kalantari M, Yu M, Noonan O, Song H, Xu C, Huang X, Xiang F, Wang X, Yu C. Rattle-type magnetic mesoporous hollow carbon as a high-performance and reusable adsorbent for water treatment. CHEMOSPHERE 2017; 166:109-117. [PMID: 27689890 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2016.09.083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2016] [Revised: 08/26/2016] [Accepted: 09/19/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Rattle-type magnetic mesoporous hollow carbon (RMMHC) materials have shown great promise as adsorbents for water treatment. In this work, we report a surfactant-free synthesis of RMMHC nanoparticles (NPs) using magnetite NPs as the core, tetrapropyl orthosilicate, resorcinol and formaldehyde to form the shell followed by carbonization and selective silica etching. The pore size, specific surface area and pore volume of RMMHC NPs can be tuned by varying the carbonization temperature (500, 700 and 900 °C). At the optimized temperature of 700 °C, the RMMHC NPs possess the highest specific surface area of 579 m2 g-1, the largest pore volume of 0.795 cm3 g-1, and the largest pore size of 7.6 nm among all three samples. The adsorption capacity of optimized RMMHC NPs towards di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (a model organic pollutant) reaches as high as 783.1 mg g-1. Taking advantage of the magnetic property, the adsorbents retain more than 87% of their initial adsorption capacity over five times' reuse.
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- Mohammad Kalantari
- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Australian Institute of Innovative Materials, University of Wollongong, NSW 2500, Australia
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- Australian Institute of Innovative Materials, University of Wollongong, NSW 2500, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia.
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Nielsen S, Larsen JD. Operational strategy, economic and environmental performance of sludge treatment reed bed systems - based on 28 years of experience. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2016; 74:1793-1799. [PMID: 27789880 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2016.295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Sludge treatment reed bed (STRB) systems have been used for dewatering and mineralisation of sludge in Europe since 1988. STRB systems provide substantial environmental, economic, and operational benefits compared to mechanical sludge dewatering solutions such as belt presses and centrifuges. They require less energy, no chemicals, reduce the sludge volume and produce bio solids with dry solid contents up to 20-40% under Danish climate conditions, depending on the sludge quality. Experience has shown that sludge treated in STRBs represents a high quality product with a low content of pathogens and hazardous organic compounds, qualities that make it suitable for recycling on agricultural land. The upfront capital cost for STRBs are often higher compared to mechanical dewatering devices. However, the operational expenses (OPEX) (including energy, chemicals, bio solid handling) are significantly lower compared to conventional mechanical dewatering devices, delivering an economic break-even of about 3-5 years. This paper provides an overview of the operation and maintenance costs and environmental benefits of a typical STRB based on the experiences gained from the operation of a large number of STRBs with yearly treatment capacities between 100 and 3,000 tonnes of dry solid up to approximately 250,000 PE in Denmark and Europe.
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- ORBICON A/S, Ringstedvej 20, Roskilde 4000, Denmark E-mail:
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- ORBICON A/S, Ringstedvej 20, Roskilde 4000, Denmark E-mail:
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Nielsen S, Bruun EW. Sludge quality after 10-20 years of treatment in reed bed systems. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2015; 22:12885-12891. [PMID: 25422113 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-014-3815-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2014] [Accepted: 11/03/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The effect on the environment of the operation of sludge treatment in reed beds (STRB) system is seen as quite limited compared to traditional sludge treatment systems such as mechanical dewatering, drying and incineration with their accompanying use of chemicals and energy consumption. There are several STRB systems in Denmark receiving sludge from urban wastewater treatment plants. Stabilization and mineralization of the sludge in the STRB systems occur during a period between 10 and 20 years, where after the basins are emptied and the sludge residue typically is spread on agricultural land. In the present study, the sludge residue quality after treatment periods of 10-20 years from four Danish STRBs is presented. After reduction, dewatering and mineralization of the feed sludge (dry solid content of 0.5-3 %) in the STRB systems, the sludge residue achieved up to 26 % dry solid, depending on the sludge quality and dimensioning of the STRB system. The concentration of heavy metals and hazardous organic compounds in the sludge residue that are listed in the Danish and EU legislation for farmland application of sludge was below the limit values. The nitrogen and phosphorus concentrations as an average in the sludge residue were 28 and 36 g/kg dry solid (DS), respectively. In addition, mineralization on average across the four STRB systems removed up to 27 % of the organic solids in the sludge. The investigation showed that the sludge residue qualities of the four STRBs after a full treatment period all complied with the Danish and European Union legal limits for agricultural land disposal.
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- Steen Nielsen
- Orbicon A/S, Ringstedvej 20, Roskilde, 4000, Denmark,
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Peruzzi E, Macci C, Doni S, Volpi M, Masciandaro G. Organic matter and pollutants monitoring in reed bed systems for sludge stabilization: a case study. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2015; 22:2447-2454. [PMID: 24859705 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-014-3054-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2013] [Accepted: 05/16/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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In this study, results about sludge stabilization and pollutant monitoring in a reed bed system (RBSs) situated in Central Italy (Colle di Compito, 4,000 p.e.) were presented. In order to evaluate the process of sludge stabilization, parameters that highlighted the biochemical, chemical and chemico-structural properties of organic sludge matter have been followed during the entire period of operation (7 years). Moreover, the trend of heavy metals (bioavailable fractions and total content) and toxic organic compounds (LAS, NPE and DEHP) was monitored during all the period. The trend of all parameters related clearly demonstrated that sludge stabilization successfully proceeded in RBS. Moreover, through statistical analysis modelling, it is possible to determine how the stabilization process proceeded in terms of organic matter mineralization and humification, and how these processes influenced the content of pollutant compounds present in the stabilized sludges.
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- Eleonora Peruzzi
- National Research Council - Institute of Ecosystem Study (CNR-ISE), Pisa, 56124, Italy,
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Homem V, Silva JA, Ratola N, Santos L, Alves A. Long lasting perfume--a review of synthetic musks in WWTPs. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2015; 149:168-192. [PMID: 25463582 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2014.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2014] [Revised: 10/08/2014] [Accepted: 10/13/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Synthetic musks have been used for a long time in personal care and household products. In recent years, this continuous input has increased considerably, to the point that they were recognized as emerging pollutants by the scientific community, due to their persistence in the environment, and hazardous potential to ecosystems even at low concentrations. The number of studies in literature describing their worldwide presence in several environmental matrices is growing, and many of them indicate that the techniques employed for their safe removal tend to be ineffective. This is the case of conventional activated sludge treatment plants (WWTPs), where considerable loads of synthetic musks enter mainly through domestic sewage. This review paper compiles and discusses the occurrence of these compounds in the sewage, effluents and sludge, main concentration levels and phase distributions, as well as the efficiency of the different methodologies of removal applied in these treatment facilities. To the present day, it has been demonstrated that WWTPs lack the ability to remove musks completely. This shows a clear need to develop new effective and cost-efficient remediation approaches and foresees potential for further improvements in this field.
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- Vera Homem
- LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal.
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- LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- Physics of the Earth, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain
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- LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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Masciandaro G, Iannelli R, Chiarugi M, Peruzzi E. Reed bed systems for sludge treatment: case studies in Italy. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2015; 72:1043-1050. [PMID: 26398018 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2015.309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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In recent years, reed bed systems (RBSs) have been widely considered as a valid technology for sludge treatment. In this study are presented results about sludge stabilization occurring within beds in four RBSs, situated in Tuscany (Italy). The results showed that stabilization of the sludge over time occurred in all RBSs, as shown by the low content of water-soluble carbon and dehydrogenase activity, which measures indirectly the overall microbial metabolism, and by the re-synthesis of humic-like matter highlighted by the pyrolytic indices of mineralization and humification. Results about heavy metal fractionation, an appropriate technique to estimate the heavy metal bioavailability and sludge biotoxicity, showed that the process of sludge stabilization occurring in RBSs retains metals in fractions related to the stabilized organic matter, making metals less bioavailable. Moreover, the concentrations of various toxic organic compounds were below the limit of concentration suggested by the European Union's Working Document on Sludge, for land application. The effectiveness of the stabilization processes in RBs was hence clearly proven by the results that measured mineralization and humification processes, and by the low levels of bioavailable heavy metals and toxic organic compounds in stabilized sludges.
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- UNIPI-DESTEC, Via Gabba 22, 56124 Pisa, Italy
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- ACQUE SPA, Via Bellatalla 1, 56121 Pisa, Italy
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- CNR-ISE, Via Moruzzi 1, 56124 Pisa, Italy E-mail:
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Nielsen S. Economic assessment of sludge handling and environmental impact of sludge treatment in a reed bed system. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2015; 71:1286-1292. [PMID: 25945843 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2015.072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The effect on the environment of the establishment and operation of a sludge treatment reed bed system (STRB) is quite limited compared to mechanical sludge dewatering, with its accompanying use of energy and chemicals. The assessment presented here of the investment, operation and maintenance costs of a typical STRB, and of the related environmental impact, is based on the experiences gained from the operation of a large number of STRB in Denmark. There are differences in the environmental perspectives and costs involved in mechanical sludge dewatering and disposal on agricultural land compared to STRB. The two treatment methods were considered for comparison based on a treatment capacity of 550 tons of dry solids per year and with land application of the biosolids in Denmark. The initial capital cost for STRB is higher than a conventional mechanical system; however, an STRB would provide significant power and operating-cost savings, with a significant saving in the overall cost of the plant over 20-30 years. The assessment focuses on the use of chemicals, energy and greenhouse gas emissions and includes emptying, sludge residue quality and recycling. STRB with direct land application is the most cost-effective scenario and has the lowest environmental impact. A sludge strategy consisting of an STRB will be approximately DKK 536,894-647,636 cheaper per year than the option consisting of a new screw press or decanter.
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- Steen Nielsen
- Orbicon A/S, Ringstedvej 20, Roskilde 4000, Denmark E-mail:
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Olsson L, Dam Larsen J, Ye S, Brix H. Emissions of CO2 and CH4 from sludge treatment reed beds depend on system management and sludge loading. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2014; 141:51-60. [PMID: 24768834 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2014.03.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2014] [Revised: 03/24/2014] [Accepted: 03/29/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Sludge treatment reed beds (STRB) are considered as eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives to conventional sludge treatment methods, although little is known about greenhouse gas emissions from such systems. We measured CO2 and CH4 emissions and substrate characteristics in a STRB, an occasionally loaded sludge depot (SD) and a natural reed wetland (NW). The aim was to compare (i) emissions among the sites in relation to substrate characteristics and (ii) emissions before and after sludge loading in the STRB. The STRB emitted twice as much CO2 (1200 mg m(-2) h(-1)) as the SD, whereas the SD emitted four times more CH4 (2 mg m(-2) h(-1)) than the STRB. The NW had the lowest emissions of both gases. The differences in gas emissions among the sites were primarily explained by differences in the availability of oxygen in the substrate. As a consequence of overloading and poor management, the SD had no vegetation and a poor dewatering capacity, which resulted in anaerobic conditions favoring CH4 emission. In contrast, the well-managed STRB had more aerobic conditions in the sludge residue resulting in low CH4 emission rates. We conclude that well-designed and well-managed STRBs have a low climate impact relative to conventional treatment alternatives, but that overloading and poor sludge management enhances the emissions of CH4.
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- Linda Olsson
- Department of Bioscience, Aarhus University, Ole Worms Allé 1, Building 1135, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark; Sino-Danish Center for Education and Research (SDC), Niels Jensens Vej 2, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
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- Department of Bioscience, Aarhus University, Ole Worms Allé 1, Building 1135, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark
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- Key Laboratory of Coastal Wetland Biogeosciences, China Geological Survey, Qingdao Institute of Marine Geology, Fuzhou Road 62, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Bioscience, Aarhus University, Ole Worms Allé 1, Building 1135, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark
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Karpuzcu ME, Fairbairn D, Arnold WA, Barber BL, Kaufenberg E, Koskinen WC, Novak PJ, Rice PJ, Swackhamer DL. Identifying sources of emerging organic contaminants in a mixed use watershed using principal components analysis. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. PROCESSES & IMPACTS 2014; 16:2390-9. [PMID: 25135154 DOI: 10.1039/c4em00324a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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Principal components analysis (PCA) was used to identify sources of emerging organic contaminants in the Zumbro River watershed in Southeastern Minnesota. Two main principal components (PCs) were identified, which together explained more than 50% of the variance in the data. Principal Component 1 (PC1) was attributed to urban wastewater-derived sources, including municipal wastewater and residential septic tank effluents, while Principal Component 2 (PC2) was attributed to agricultural sources. The variances of the concentrations of cotinine, DEET and the prescription drugs carbamazepine, erythromycin and sulfamethoxazole were best explained by PC1, while the variances of the concentrations of the agricultural pesticides atrazine, metolachlor and acetochlor were best explained by PC2. Mixed use compounds carbaryl, iprodione and daidzein did not specifically group with either PC1 or PC2. Furthermore, despite the fact that caffeine and acetaminophen have been historically associated with human use, they could not be attributed to a single dominant land use category (e.g., urban/residential or agricultural). Contributions from septic systems did not clarify the source for these two compounds, suggesting that additional sources, such as runoff from biosolid-amended soils, may exist. Based on these results, PCA may be a useful way to broadly categorize the sources of new and previously uncharacterized emerging contaminants or may help to clarify transport pathways in a given area. Acetaminophen and caffeine were not ideal markers for urban/residential contamination sources in the study area and may need to be reconsidered as such in other areas as well.
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- M Ekrem Karpuzcu
- Water Resources Center, University of Minnesota, 1985 Buford Ave., St Paul, MN 55108, USA.
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Vallecillos L, Pocurull E, Borrull F. A simple and automated method to determine macrocyclic musk fragrances in sewage sludge samples by headspace solid-phase microextraction and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry. J Chromatogr A 2013; 1314:38-43. [DOI: 10.1016/j.chroma.2013.09.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2013] [Revised: 09/10/2013] [Accepted: 09/10/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Vallecillos L, Borrull F, Pocurull E. An automated headspace solid-phase microextraction followed by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry method to determine macrocyclic musk fragrances in wastewater samples. Anal Bioanal Chem 2013; 405:9547-54. [DOI: 10.1007/s00216-013-7375-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2013] [Revised: 09/10/2013] [Accepted: 09/13/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Seiler C, Berendonk TU. Heavy metal driven co-selection of antibiotic resistance in soil and water bodies impacted by agriculture and aquaculture. Front Microbiol 2012; 3:399. [PMID: 23248620 PMCID: PMC3522115 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2012.00399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 588] [Impact Index Per Article: 49.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2012] [Accepted: 10/30/2012] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The use of antibiotic agents as growth promoters was banned in animal husbandry to prevent the selection and spread of antibiotic resistance. However, in addition to antibiotic agents, heavy metals used in animal farming and aquaculture might promote the spread of antibiotic resistance via co-selection. To investigate which heavy metals are likely to co-select for antibiotic resistance in soil and water, the available data on heavy metal pollution, heavy metal toxicity, heavy metal tolerance, and co-selection mechanisms was reviewed. Additionally, the risk of metal driven co-selection of antibiotic resistance in the environment was assessed based on heavy metal concentrations that potentially induce this co-selection process. Analyses of the data indicate that agricultural and aquacultural practices represent major sources of soil and water contamination with moderately to highly toxic metals such as mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), and zinc (Zn). If those metals reach the environment and accumulate to critical concentrations they can trigger co-selection of antibiotic resistance. Furthermore, co-selection mechanisms for these heavy metals and clinically as well as veterinary relevant antibiotics have been described. Therefore, studies investigating co-selection in environments impacted by agriculture and aquaculture should focus on Hg, Cd, Cu, and Zn as selecting heavy metals. Nevertheless, the respective environmental background has to be taken into account.
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- Claudia Seiler
- Institute of Hydrobiology, Technische Universität Dresden Dresden, Germany
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