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Saqib S, Muneer A, Munir R, Sayed M, Waqas M, Aliyam T, Younas F, Farah MA, Elsadek MF, Noreen S. Green hybrid coagulants for water treatment: An innovative approach using alum and bentonite clay combined with eco-friendly plant materials for batch and column adsorption. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 259:119569. [PMID: 38972343 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.119569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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Textile industries contribute to water pollution through synthetic dye discharge. This study explores the use of natural bio-coagulants to remove acid dyes from wastewater, investigating factors like pH, coagulant dose, dye concentration, contact time, and temperature for optimal results. The optimum pH and coagulants capabilities of (CAAPP, CAAPH, CBAGL, CBAPP and CBAPH) were 3 (49.6 mg/g), 3 (42.5 mg/g), 3 (38.9 mg/g), 4 (35.7 mg/g), 4 (34.1 mg/g), and 4 (29.4 mg/g) respectively, while treating of selected BRF-221 dyes from water solution. The acidic range (3-4) was found to have the best pH for the maximal coagulation, and the optimal dose were found to be 0.05 g/50 mL. The equilibrium was attained within 45-60 min for all coagulants. After 60 min of shaking, the maximum coagulation capacities (21.9, 21.02, 16.5, 27.9, 25.3, and 23.4 mg/g) of several coagulant composites (CAAGL, CAAPP, CAAPH, CBAGL, CBAPP, CBAPH) were determined. The initial BRF-221 dye concentration in the range of 10-200 mg/L was considered as optimum for gaiting maximum elimination of dye using different coagulants. At a dye value of 100 mg/L of BRF-221, maximal coagulation capacities CAAGL (179.19 mg/g), CAAPP (166.06 mg/g), CAAPH (141.60 mg/g), and CBAGL (126.49 mg/g), CBAPP (113.9 mg/g), CBAPH (93.08 mg/g) were attained. The study found 35 °C to be the optimal temperature for maximum acid dye removal using bio-coagulants. Increasing temperature reduced coagulation capacity, indicating an exothermic process. Freundlich and Langmuir isotherms showed suitability for pseudo-first-order and pseudo-second-order kinetics in biosorption. Thermodynamic parameters were assessed for process feasibility. Effective coagulants demonstrated sensitivity to electrolyte variations. In column studies, adjusting parameters achieved maximum coagulation efficiency for removing BRF-221 dyes. The study successfully applied optimal parameters to remove real textile effluents at a practical scale. SEM, FT-IR, BET and XRD characterized coagulants, providing insights into stability and morphology.
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- Sidra Saqib
- Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Physics, Government College Women University, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- National Center of Excellence in Physical Chemistry, University of Peshawar, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, China
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. 2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan.
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Qiu R, Zhong W, Zhang H, Zhu Y, Yang Z, Han L. A novel micro-CT approach for in situ visualization of the spatial dynamics of mesovoids in aerobic composting piles. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 369:122329. [PMID: 39241595 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Revised: 07/29/2024] [Accepted: 08/28/2024] [Indexed: 09/09/2024]
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The spatial configuration of mesovoids profoundly affects the aerobic composting microenvironment, which governs vital processes such as greenhouse gas production and emission, thermal conduction, and overall composting efficiency. Nondestructive in-situ characterization of the composting spatial structure is crucial to better understand its interaction mechanism with the microenvironment. In this study, a valuable contribution to the field of composting research was made by introducing micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) tool for in situ three-dimensional (3D) visual characterizing the void structure dynamics of straw and manure compost pile units at the mesoscale. Representative samples at different composting stages derived from wheat straw and cow manure were procured by pre-embedding samplers in laboratory-based aerobic composting reactor systems. Based on an advanced Skyscan 1275 micro-CT system, scanning conditions and image processing algorithms were determined, and the void structure and their dynamic changes in the pile unit during composting were in-situ 3D visualized for the first time. The micro-CT images effectively reveal well-developed void structures exhibiting spatiotemporal dynamics during composting, and they exhibit excellent consistency with conventional macrophysical effects and wet chemical analyses. Micro-CT quantification results of the void structure parameters changes in pile unit during composting were as follows: percentage of the total voidage and the connected voidage in pile unit were in the range of 52.34%-58.56%, indicating a very suitable composting spatial structural microenvironment. This new micro-CT method provides a valuable perspective for analyzing and understanding the complex aerobic composting process.
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- Rongbin Qiu
- Engineering Laboratory for AgroBiomass Recycling & Valorizing, College of Engineering, China Agricultural University, Box 191, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Engineering Laboratory for AgroBiomass Recycling & Valorizing, College of Engineering, China Agricultural University, Box 191, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Engineering Laboratory for AgroBiomass Recycling & Valorizing, College of Engineering, China Agricultural University, Box 191, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Engineering Laboratory for AgroBiomass Recycling & Valorizing, College of Engineering, China Agricultural University, Box 191, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Engineering Laboratory for AgroBiomass Recycling & Valorizing, College of Engineering, China Agricultural University, Box 191, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Engineering Laboratory for AgroBiomass Recycling & Valorizing, College of Engineering, China Agricultural University, Box 191, Beijing, 100083, China.
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Mahongnao S, Sharma P, Nanda S. Characterization of fungal microbiome structure in leaf litter compost through metagenomic profiling for harnessing the bio-organic fertilizer potential. 3 Biotech 2024; 14:191. [PMID: 39113676 PMCID: PMC11300423 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-024-04028-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 07/14/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024] Open
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Sustainable waste management through composting has gain renewed attention since it could upcycle organic waste into valuable bio-organic fertiliser. This study explored the composition of fungal communities in leaf litter and organic waste composts ecosystems by employing advanced internal transcribed spacer (ITS) metagenomic profiling. This approach provides insights into the diversity, composition, and potential functions of these fungi, offering practical implications for optimising composting processes and enhancing sustainable waste management practices. Various organic composts were collected, including leaf litter composts, from different sources in Delhi-National Capital Region, India, and fungal microbiome composition were characterised through ITS profiling. Results revealed that leaf litter composts and cow dung manure had the highest fungal read counts, while kitchen waste compost had the lowest. Alpha diversity indices, including Chao1 and Shannon, exhibited differences in species richness and diversity among composts, though statistical significance was limited. The leaf composts had relatively higher alpha diversity than the other organic waste composts analysed. The study also identified dominant fungal genera specifically, Wallemia, Geotrichum, Pichia, Mycothermus, Mortierella, Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Basidiobolus, across the compost samples. The presence of beneficial fungal genera like Pichia, Geotrichum, Trichoderma, Mortierella, Basidiobolus, Aspergillus, and others were detected in leaf waste compost and the other organic waste composts. There was also presence of some pathogenic genera viz. Alternaria, Fusarium, and Acremonium, in these composts which underscored the need for proper composting practices and source selection to optimise soil fertility and minimise disease risks in agriculture. Remarkably, leaf compost has highest proportion of beneficial genera with least observed abundance of pathogens. On the other hand, the municipal organic waste compost has least proportion of beneficial genera with higher abundance of pathogens. Overall, these findings contributed to characterisation of composting processes, advancing waste management practices, and enhancing the use of leaf compost as a bio-organic fertiliser. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s13205-024-04028-0.
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- Sophayo Mahongnao
- Department of Biochemistry, Daulat Ram College, University of Delhi, 4 Patel Marg, Maurice Nagar, Delhi, 110007 India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Daulat Ram College, University of Delhi, 4 Patel Marg, Maurice Nagar, Delhi, 110007 India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Daulat Ram College, University of Delhi, 4 Patel Marg, Maurice Nagar, Delhi, 110007 India
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Urugo MM, Teka TA, Gemede HF, Mersha S, Tessema A, Woldemariam HW, Admassu H. A comprehensive review of current approaches on food waste reduction strategies. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2024; 23:e70011. [PMID: 39223762 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.70011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2024] [Revised: 07/28/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Food waste is a serious worldwide issue that has an impact on the environment, society, and economy. This comprehensive review provides a detailed description of methods and approaches for reducing food waste, emphasizing the necessity of comprehensive strategies to tackle its intricate relationship with environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic prosperity. By scrutinizing the extent and impact of food waste, from initial production stages to final disposal, this comprehensive review underlines the urgent need for integrated solutions that include technological advancements, behavioral interventions, regulatory frameworks, and collaborative endeavors. Environmental assessments highlight the significant contribution of food waste to greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, water scarcity, and energy inefficiency, thereby emphasizing the importance of curtailing its environmental impact. Concurrently, the social and economic consequences of food waste, such as food insecurity, economic losses, and disparities in food access, underscore the imperative for coordinated action across multiple sectors. Food waste can also be effectively reduced by various innovative approaches, such as technological waste reduction solutions, supply chain optimization strategies, consumer behavior-focused initiatives, and waste recovery and recycling techniques. Furthermore, in order to foster an environment that encourages the reduction of food waste and facilitates the transition to a circular economy, legislative changes and regulatory actions are essential. By embracing these multifaceted strategies and approaches, stakeholders can unite to confront the global food waste crisis, thereby fostering resilience, sustainability, and social equity within our food systems.
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- Markos Makiso Urugo
- Department of Postharvest Management, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
- Department of Food Science and Postharvest Technology, Wachemo University, Hosaina, Ethiopia
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- Department of Postharvest Management, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Food Technology and Process Engineering Department, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Food Science and Postharvest Technology, Wachemo University, Hosaina, Ethiopia
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- Department of Food Engineering, Arba Minch University, Arba Minch, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Food Process Engineering, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Biotechnology and Bioprocessing Center of Excellence, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Tan X, Cao J, Liu J, Wang J, Duan G, Zhang Y, Cui J, Lin A. Characteristics of three organic fertilizers and their influence on the mobility of cadmium and arsenic in a soil-rice (Oryza sativa L.) system. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:49469-49480. [PMID: 39080167 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-34218-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/15/2024]
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The properties of different organic fertilizers and their potential for stabilizing toxic metals(loids) in soil have not been fully investigated. This study characterized and evaluated three organic fertilizers from different raw materials. The mushroom residue organic fertilizer (MO) had higher C, H, and O contents and more functional groups (-OH, C-H, and C = O). Its application significantly increased pH (1.00 ~ 1.32 units), organic matter (OM) content (26.58 ~ 69.11%), and cation exchange capacity (CEC) (31.52 ~ 39.91%) of soil. MO treatments can simultaneously reduce the bioavailable TCLP-Cd and TCLP-As in soil, solving the difficulties of remediating the combined Cd and As pollution. MO treatments inhibited the migration of Cd and As from soil to plant, promoting plant growth. Redundancy analysis (RDA) revealed that metal(loid) variations in plants were related to soil properties (40.09%) and TCLP-Cd/As (44.74%). Furthermore, the toxic metals(loids) risk assessment for all organic fertilizers was at safe levels. This study provided a valuable reference for choosing organic fertilizers and presented a novel option for the "producing while remediating" of farmlands with low pollution.
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- Xiao Tan
- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Urban and Regional Ecology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100029, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China.
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Kučuk N, Primožič M, Knez Ž, Leitgeb M. Alginate Beads with Encapsulated Bioactive Substances from Mangifera indica Peels as Promising Peroral Delivery Systems. Foods 2024; 13:2404. [PMID: 39123595 PMCID: PMC11311377 DOI: 10.3390/foods13152404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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Since various bioactive substances are unstable and can degrade in the gastrointestinal tract, their stabilization is crucial. This study aimed to encapsulate mango peel extract (MPE) into edible alginate beads using the ionotropic gelation method for the potential oral delivery of bioactive substances. Mango peels, generally discarded and environmentally harmful, are rich in health-promoting bioactive substances. The alginate beads were examined for entrapment efficiency, particle size, morphology, thermal stability, physiochemical interactions, release profile under gastrointestinal conditions, and antibacterial efficacy. The study demonstrated the successful encapsulation of MPE with an efficiency of 63.1%. The in vitro release study showed the stability of the alginate beads in simulated gastric fluid with a maximum release of 45.0%, and sustained, almost complete release (99.4%) in simulated intestinal fluid, indicating successful absorption into the human body. In both fluids, the MPE release followed first-order kinetics. Encapsulation successfully maintained the antibacterial properties of MPE, with significant inhibitory activity against pathogenic intestinal bacteria. This is the first study on MPE encapsulation in alginate beads, presenting a promising oral delivery system for high-added-value applications in the food industry for dietary supplements, functional foods, or food additives. Their production is sustainable and economical, utilizing waste material and reducing environmental pollution.
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- Nika Kučuk
- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova Ulica 17, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (N.K.); (M.P.); (Ž.K.)
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- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova Ulica 17, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (N.K.); (M.P.); (Ž.K.)
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- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova Ulica 17, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (N.K.); (M.P.); (Ž.K.)
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Maribor, Taborska Ulica 8, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia
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- Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova Ulica 17, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (N.K.); (M.P.); (Ž.K.)
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Maribor, Taborska Ulica 8, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia
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Sanjrani MA, Gang X, Mirza SNA. A review on textile solid waste management: Disposal and recycling. WASTE MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH : THE JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOLID WASTES AND PUBLIC CLEANSING ASSOCIATION, ISWA 2024:734242X241257093. [PMID: 39044443 DOI: 10.1177/0734242x241257093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/25/2024]
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Due to global population growth and living standards improvements, textile production and consumption are increased. Textile solid waste has become challenging issue for waste management authority. It is reported that textile materials are discarded daily, representing approximately 1.5% of the generated waste around the world. Over the past few decades, special attention has been given to the used clothes in all regions globally, which can reduce energy costs by 80% and also represent a source of raw materials economically profitable and environmentally responsible. This review article attempted to address different topics including: source of solid textile waste, environmental impact of textile waste as a result of massive consumption of clothing, textile waste management processes such as recycling, reuse of textile waste, landfill and incineration and energy recovery from textile waste. Narrative review with collection of recent quantitative information was carried to reflect the status of textile solid waste. In this article, the possibilities of bio-ethanol production from textile waste as valuable cellulosic raw material are investigated and presented. Results show that developing countries lack of systematic waste management. On another side of the globe, some countries are trying to recover energy these days by incineration. The heat and power that recovered from this process can be used instead of other energy sources. Throughout the incineration process, flue gases (CO2, H2O, O2, N2) are generated so it should be properly designed to avoid pollution. During energy recovery, different pre-treatment methods and different enzymatic hydrolysis parameters are recommended to be implied for better results.
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- Manzoor Ahmed Sanjrani
- Songjiang Campus, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China
- HANDS-Institute of Development Studies, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Songjiang Campus, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China
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Han Y, Zhang Y, Yang Z, Zhang Q, He X, Song Y, Tian L, Wu H. Improving Aerobic Digestion of Food Waste by Adding a Personalized Microbial Inoculum. Curr Microbiol 2024; 81:277. [PMID: 39028528 DOI: 10.1007/s00284-024-03796-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Accepted: 07/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
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In the context of China's garbage classification policy, on-site aerobic food waste (FW) digestion is crucial for reducing transportation and disposal costs. The efficiency of this process is largely determined by the microbial community structure and its functions. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the impact of a personalized microbial consortium (MCM) on the efficiency of aerobic FW digestion and to reveal the underlying mechanisms. An MCM, sourced from naturally degrading FW, was selected to enrich degrading bacteria with relatively high hydrolyzing ability. The functionality of the MCM was evaluated by tracing the successions of microbial communities, and comparing the differences in the forms of organic compounds, metabolic functions, and hydrolase activities. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy demonstrated that the MCM metabolized faster, and produced more acidic metabolites. Metagenomic analysis indicated that FW inoculated with the personalized MCM increased abundance of Bacillaceae producing hydrolysis enzymes and promoted glycolysis metabolic pathways, enhancing energy generation for metabolism, compared to the commercial effective bacterial agent. This paper provides both theoretical and practical evidence for the improvement of biochemical processor of FW with the personalized MCM, which has promising application prospects and economic value.
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- Ying Han
- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, YanShan University, 438# West Hebei Street, Haigang District, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China.
- Hebei Province Key Laboratory of Deep Remediation of Heavy Metals in Water and Resource Utilization, YanShan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China.
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, YanShan University, 438# West Hebei Street, Haigang District, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, YanShan University, 438# West Hebei Street, Haigang District, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, YanShan University, 438# West Hebei Street, Haigang District, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
- Hebei Province Key Laboratory of Deep Remediation of Heavy Metals in Water and Resource Utilization, YanShan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Agroecological Safety, Hebei University of Environmental Engineering, Qinhuangdao, 066102, Hebei, P.R. China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Agroecological Safety, Hebei University of Environmental Engineering, Qinhuangdao, 066102, Hebei, P.R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, YanShan University, 438# West Hebei Street, Haigang District, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
- Hebei Province Key Laboratory of Deep Remediation of Heavy Metals in Water and Resource Utilization, YanShan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, YanShan University, 438# West Hebei Street, Haigang District, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
- Hebei Province Key Laboratory of Deep Remediation of Heavy Metals in Water and Resource Utilization, YanShan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, Hebei, P.R. China
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Alam M, Khan A, Zaman R, Khan S, Khan MA, Ahmad I, Jalal A, Kim KI. Vermi-remediation impacts on growth and metals bioaccumulation in tomato irrigated with wastewater. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 362:142848. [PMID: 39009091 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 07/03/2024] [Accepted: 07/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024]
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Due to their persistence in the environment, and their highly toxic and bioaccumulative nature, heavy metals are well known to the environment. Vermicompost has gained popularity because it improves soil properties and, most importantly, remediates and immobilizes heavy metals. The present study assessed vermicompost effects on heavy metal bioaccumulation in tomato plants irrigated with wastewater. A plastic bag experiment was carried out with 5 kg of growing media in each bag. Growing media contain garden soil with four levels of vermicompost mixed at 0%, 5%, 15%, and 25%. The pots were irrigated with wastewater from different industries and tap water, which was taken as control. Wastewater was collected from the pharmaceutical industry, plastic industry, and sewage water of Hayatabad Industrial Estate, Peshawar. Vermicompost application significantly affected all tomatoes' growth attributes and heavy metals concentration. Results revealed that minimum Cd (2.48 mg kg-1), Cr (1.27 mg kg-1), Cu (4.10 mg kg-1), and Pb (0.62 mg kg-1) concentrations were recorded in tomatoes cultivated in 25 % vermicompost amended soil, while, maximum Cd (5.23 mg kg-1), Cr (2.29 mg kg-1), Cu (8.84 mg kg-1) and Pb (2.18 mg kg-1) concentrations were reported in sewage water irrigated plants., Overall, vermicompost applied at 25% significantly enhanced plant growth and yield, reducing the bioavailability and bioaccumulation of heavy metals. From the finding of this study, it is observed that wastewater irrigation of plants should be avoided because of the high level of heavy metals; in contrast, the application of vermicompost is highly recommended as compost reduces heavy metals bioaccumulation and enhances productivity.
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- Mehboob Alam
- Department of Horticulture, The University of Agriculture Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental and Conservation Sciences, University of Swat, Swat, 19130, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan; Department of Horticultural Science, Mokpo National University, Jeonnam, 58554, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Horticulture, The University of Agriculture Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Pakistan
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- Centre for Disaster Preparedness and Management, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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- Department of Horticulture, The University of Agriculture Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Pakistan
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- Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, The University of Agriculture Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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- Department of Horticultural Science, Mokpo National University, Jeonnam, 58554, Republic of Korea
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Garg K, Dhar S, Sharma VK, Azman EA, Meena RP, Hashim M, Kumar D, Ali G, Karunakaran V, Kumar Y, Athnere S, Kumar S, Om H, Tuti MD, Meena BL, Kumar B, Meena VK, Kumar S. Optimizing agricultural sustainability: enriched organic formulations for growth, yield, and soil quality in a multi-crop system. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2024; 15:1398083. [PMID: 38962246 PMCID: PMC11219940 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2024.1398083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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Utilizing agricultural and industrial wastes, potent reservoirs of nutrients, for nourishing the soil and crops through composting embodies a sustainable approach to waste management and organic agriculture. To investigate this, a 2-year field experiment was conducted at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, focusing on a pigeon pea-vegetable mustard-okra cropping system. Seven nutrient sources were tested, including a control (T1), 100% recommended dose of nitrogen (RDN) through farmyard manure (T2), 100% RDN through improved rice residue compost (T3), 100% RDN through a paddy husk ash (PHA)-based formulation (T4), 75% RDN through PHA-based formulation (T5), 100% RDN through a potato peel compost (PPC)-based formulation (T6), and 75% RDN through PPC-based formulation (T7). Employing a randomized block design with three replications, the results revealed that treatment T4 exhibited the significantly highest seed (1.89 ± 0.09 and 1.97 ± 0.12 t ha-1) and stover (7.83 ± 0.41 and 8.03 ± 0.58 t ha-1) yield of pigeon pea, leaf yield (81.57 ± 4.69 and 82.97 ± 4.17 t ha-1) of vegetable mustard, and fruit (13.54 ± 0.82 and 13.78 ± 0.81 t ha-1) and stover (21.64 ± 1.31 and 22.03 ± 1.30 t ha-1) yield of okra during both study years compared to the control (T1). Treatment T4 was on par with T2 and T6 for seed and stover yield in pigeon pea, as well as okra, and leaf yield in vegetable mustard over both years. Moreover, T4 demonstrated notable increase of 124.1% and 158.2% in NH4-N and NO3-N levels in the soil, respectively, over the control. The enhanced status of available nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) in the soil, coupled with increased soil organic carbon (0.41%), total bacteria population (21.1%), fungi (37.2%), actinomycetes (44.6%), and microbial biomass carbon (28.5%), further emphasized the positive impact of T4 compared to the control. Treatments T2 and T6 exhibited comparable outcomes to T4 concerning changes in available N, P, soil organic carbon, total bacteria population, fungi, actinomycetes, and microbial biomass carbon. In conclusion, treatments T4 and T6 emerge as viable sources of organic fertilizer, particularly in regions confronting farmyard manure shortages. These formulations offer substantial advantages, including enhanced yield, soil quality improvement, and efficient fertilizer utilization, thus contributing significantly to sustainable agricultural practices.
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- Kamal Garg
- ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
- ICAR- National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana, India
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- ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
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- ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
- Department of Crop Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Malaysia
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- ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- ICAR-Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Arid Regional Campus (ARC), Bikaner, Rajasthan, India
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- Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, College of Agriculture, Rewari, Haryana, India
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- Department of Agronomy, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Uadipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Agronomy, Veer Kunwar Singh College of Agriculture, Buxar, Bihar, India
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- Department of Agronomy, Bihar Agricultural University, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India
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- ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- ICAR- Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal, India
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- ICAR- National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana, India
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- ICAR- National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana, India
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Ramamoorthy K, Dhanraj R, Vijayakumar N, Ma Y, Al Obaid S, Narayanan M. Vegetable and fruit wastes: Valuable source for organic fertilizer for effective growth of short-term crops: Solanum lycopersicum and Capsicum annum. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 251:118727. [PMID: 38490629 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 03/07/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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Agriculture plays a vital role in the food security and economies of Asian countries. Annually, numerous metric tons of vegetable and fruit wastes are disposed of. This research aimed to convert the food wastes encompassing the vegetable and fruit wastes into solid and liquid organic fertilizer and to evaluate their influence on the growth (germination, phytochemicals, and biomolecules) of Solanum lycopersicum and Capsicum annum. Solanum lycopersicum, known as tomato, and Capsicum annum, known as bell pepper or chili pepper, are globally significant crops valued for their medicinal properties and economic importance. The pot experiment was performed with organic fertilizers (solid and liquid organic fertilizer) and compared with the influence of chemical fertilizer and control soil without fertilizers. Interestingly, the liquid organic fertilizer effectively enhanced the biometric profile and chlorophyll content of S. lycopersicum and C. annum Viz., 1.23 mg g-1 and 0.89 mg g-1, respectively. The results of a 30-days pot experiment with various fertilizer treatments showed significant influence of liquid organic fertilizer on the fresh and dry weight biomass of both S. lycopersicum and C. annum. Subsequently, the solid organic fertilizer showed considerable influence on test crops, and the influence of these organic fertilizers was more significant than the chemical fertilizer on crop growth in 30-days experiment. These results suggest that the sustainable approach can effectively convert vegetables and fruit waste into valuable organic fertilizer enriched with plant growth supporting essential nutritional elements.
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- Kavitha Ramamoorthy
- Department of Biotechnology, Periyar University, Salem - 636 011, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Periyar University Centre for Post Graduate and Research Studies, Dharmapuri, 635 205, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, Annamalai University, Annamalainagar-608 002, Tamil Nadu, India
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- College of Resources and Environment, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400716, China
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, PO Box -2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Research and Innovations, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Science, Chennai, 602 105, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Pemas S, Gkiliopoulos D, Samiotaki C, Bikiaris DN, Terzopoulou Z, Pechlivani EM. Valorization of Tomato Agricultural Waste for 3D-Printed Polymer Composites Based on Poly(lactic acid). Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:1536. [PMID: 38891482 PMCID: PMC11174512 DOI: 10.3390/polym16111536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Agricultural waste is a renewable source of lignocellulosic components, which can be processed in a variety of ways to yield added-value materials for various applications, e.g., polymer composites. However, most lignocellulosic biomass is incinerated for energy. Typically, agricultural waste is left to decompose in the fields, causing problems such as greenhouse gas release, attracting insects and rodents, and impacting soil fertility. This study aims to valorise nonedible tomato waste with no commercial value in Additive Manufacturing (AM) to create sustainable, cost-effective and added-value PLA composites. Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) filaments with 5 and 10 wt.% tomato stem powder (TSP) were developed, and 3D-printed specimens were tested. Mechanical testing showed consistent tensile properties with 5% TSP addition, while flexural strength decreased, possibly due to void formation. Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) indicated changes in storage modulus and damping factor with TSP addition. Notably, the composites exhibited antioxidant activity, increasing with higher TSP content. These findings underscore the potential of agricultural waste utilization in FFF, offering insights into greener waste management practices and addressing challenges in mechanical performance and material compatibility. This research highlights the viability of integrating agricultural waste into filament-based AM, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices and promoting circular economy initiatives.
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- Sotirios Pemas
- Centre for Research and Technology Hellas, Information Technologies Institute, 6th km Charilaou-Thermi Road, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (S.P.); (D.G.)
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- Centre for Research and Technology Hellas, Information Technologies Institute, 6th km Charilaou-Thermi Road, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (S.P.); (D.G.)
- Laboratory of Chemical and Environmental Technology, Department of Chemistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Chemistry and Technology of Polymers and Colors, Department of Chemistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece; (C.S.); (D.N.B.)
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- Laboratory of Chemistry and Technology of Polymers and Colors, Department of Chemistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece; (C.S.); (D.N.B.)
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- Laboratory of Chemistry and Technology of Polymers and Colors, Department of Chemistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece; (C.S.); (D.N.B.)
- Laboratory of Industrial Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece
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- Centre for Research and Technology Hellas, Information Technologies Institute, 6th km Charilaou-Thermi Road, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (S.P.); (D.G.)
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Tie HO, Che Man H, Koyama M, Syukri F, Md Yusoff F, Toda T, Nakasaki K, Mohamed Ramli N. Integrated nutrient recycling: Ammonia recovery from thermophilic composting of shrimp aquaculture sludge via self-heated bench-scale reactor and mango plant growth enhancement by the compost. WASTE MANAGEMENT (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2024; 180:55-66. [PMID: 38520898 DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2024.03.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
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Due to the rapid growth of the aquaculture industry, large amounts of organic waste are released into nature and polluted the environment. Traditional organic waste treatment such as composting is a time-consuming process that retains the ammonia (NH3) in the compost, and the compost produced has little economic value as organic fertilizer. Illegal direct discharge into the environment is therefore widespread. This study investigates the recovery of NH3 through thermophilic composting of shrimp aquaculture sludge (SAS) and its application as a soil conditioner for the growth of mango plants. A maximum composting temperature of 57.10 °C was achieved through self-heating in a 200 L bench-scale reactor, resulting in NH3 recovery of 224.04 mol/ton-ds after 14 days. The addition of calcium hydroxide and increased aeration have been shown to increase NH3 volatilization. The recovered NH3 up to 3 kg-N can be used as a source of clean nitrogen for high-value microalgae cultivation, with a theoretical yield of up to 34.85 kg-algae of microalgae biomass from 1 ton-ds of SAS composting. Despite the high salinity, SAS compost improved mango plant growth and disease resistance. These results highlight the potential of SAS compost as a sustainable source of clean nitrogen for microalgae cultivation and soil conditioner, contributing to a waste-free circular economy through nutrient recycling and sustainable agriculture.
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- Hieng Ong Tie
- SMART Farming Technology Research Centre (SFTRC), Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; School of Environment and Society, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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- SMART Farming Technology Research Centre (SFTRC), Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; The International Institute of Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (I-AQUAS), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 71050 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
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- School of Environment and Society, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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- Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; The International Institute of Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (I-AQUAS), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 71050 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
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- Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; The International Institute of Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (I-AQUAS), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 71050 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Science and Engineering, Soka University, 1-236 Tangi-machi, Tokyo 192-8577, Japan
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- School of Environment and Society, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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- SMART Farming Technology Research Centre (SFTRC), Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; The International Institute of Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (I-AQUAS), Universiti Putra Malaysia, 71050 Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
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Narang N, Hussain A, Madan S. A comparative study on compost preparation using lab prepared eco-enzyme and its effect on growth of plant species Phaseolus vulgaris. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:36230-36240. [PMID: 37150790 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-27168-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The augmented rise in population in the last few decades has resulted in gigantic increase in the solid waste production in India and around the globe. The conventional composting methods are slow and sluggish process that has resulted in the advancement techniques for the emergence in new rapid composting processes. Use of eco-enzyme is such a rapid technique that helps to degrade the solid waste in a very accelerative manner. The present study has been carried out by preparing eco-enzyme using the kitchen waste and with the objective to utilize it for degradation of agricultural wastes and preparing compost for its utilization for different plant species as soil conditioner and fertilizer. The prepared eco-enzyme was added during the composting process in each batch with concentration variations of 10%, 15%, and 20% (V/V) once every week. The pH value of the final prepared compost was found to be within the neutral range of 6.51 ± 0.03-7.88 ± 0.50 in all the samples. Overall compost prepared using 10% eco-enzyme has the highest growth promoting effects for Phaseolus vulgaris. The present study will be having twofold advantage as the environment will get rid of such wastes as the same can be utilized as resource and it will also be helpful for the farmers from economical point of view.
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- Nitika Narang
- Department of Environmental Sciences, Kanya Gurukula Campus, Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to be) University, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India
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- Civil Engineering Department, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, West Campus, Jaffarpur, New Delhi, 110073, India
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, Kanya Gurukula Campus, Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to be) University, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India.
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Ao M, Ngullie N. Overview of municipal solid waste management in sub-tropical climatic region of North Eastern India. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:23307-23321. [PMID: 38436851 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-32689-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Municipal solid waste management (MSWM) is perceived as a global issue regardless of the place of waste generation. The amount of unmanaged waste is increasing rapidly, along with its impact on the environment and human health. In hilly areas, specifically the North Eastern Region (NER) states of India, due to the unique topography coupled with socio-economic factors, there are inadequate waste management practices marked by insufficient infrastructure, minimal research studies, and limited data availability. This paper comprehensively reviews the existing status of MSWM practices and waste treatment technologies, identifies the challenges, and discusses the prospective approaches for MSWM in NER states of India. NER, is characterized by its hilly terrain and has the most diverse demographic profile in the country. The study highlights the notable increase in waste generation in the urban population in NER. The total amount of waste generated in NER is about 2907 tons per day, with a collection rate of 86.96%, treatment at 31.09%, and landfilling at 33.67%. The biodegradable fraction makes up the majority of waste composition (more than 50%) in NER, followed by recyclables and inert. The existing MSWM consists of waste collection, transportation, and disposal with limited source segregation and treatment. All the states of NER practice open dumping and burning as the primary waste treatment and disposal system. The study discusses the challenges and prospects to ensure effective MSWM in NER. This review is a region-specific study that considers cultural diversity, topography, and socio-economic dynamics. The outcome of this review will be helpful to the researchers and policymakers in making appropriate waste management plans and improve the MSWM system in NER.
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- Moanaro Ao
- Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Nagaland, Chumoukedima, 797103, India
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- Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Nagaland, Chumoukedima, 797103, India.
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Zhang S, Li Y, Jiang L, Chen X, Zhao Y, Shi W, Xing Z. From organic fertilizer to the soils: What happens to the microplastics? A critical review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 919:170217. [PMID: 38307274 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.170217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/04/2024]
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In recent, soil microplastic pollution arising from organic fertilizers has been of a great increasing concern. In response to this concern, this review presents a comprehensive analysis of the occurrence and evolution of microplastics in organic fertilizers, their ingress into the soil, and the subsequent impacts. Organic fertilizers are primarily derived from solid organic waste generated by anthropocentric activities including urban (daily-life, municipal wastes and sludge), agricultural (manure, straw), and industrial (like food industrial waste etc.) processes. In order to produce organic fertilizer, the organic solid wastes are generally treated by aerobic composting or anaerobic digestion. Currently, microplastics have been widely detected in the raw materials and products of organic fertilizer. During the process of converting organic solid waste materials into fertilizer, intense oxidation, hydrolysis, and microbial actions significantly alter the physical, chemical, and surface biofilm properties of the plastics. After the organic fertilizer application, the abundances of microplastics significantly increased in the soil. Additionally, the degradation of these microplastics often promotes the adsorption of organic pollutants and affects their retention time in the soil. These microplastics, covered by biofilms, also significantly alter soil ecology due to the unique properties of the biofilm. Furthermore, the biofilms also play a role in the degradation of microplastics in the soil environment. This review offers a new perspective on the soil environmental processes involving microplastics from organic fertilizer sources and highlights the challenges associated with further research on organic fertilizers and microplastics.
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- Shengwei Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China.
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- Beijing University of Agriculture, Beijing 102206, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Water Environment Simulation, School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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Yatoo AM, Hamid B, Sheikh TA, Ali S, Bhat SA, Ramola S, Ali MN, Baba ZA, Kumar S. Global perspective of municipal solid waste and landfill leachate: generation, composition, eco-toxicity, and sustainable management strategies. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:23363-23392. [PMID: 38443532 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-32669-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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Globally, more than 2 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste (MSW) are generated each year, with that amount anticipated to reach around 3.5 billion tonnes by 2050. On a worldwide scale, food and green waste contribute the major proportion of MSW, which accounts for 44% of global waste, followed by recycling waste (38%), which includes plastic, glass, cardboard, and paper, and 18% of other materials. Population growth, urbanization, and industrial expansion are the principal drivers of the ever-increasing production of MSW across the world. Among the different practices employed for the management of waste, landfill disposal has been the most popular and easiest method across the world. Waste management practices differ significantly depending on the income level. In high-income nations, only 2% of waste is dumped, whereas in low-income nations, approximately 93% of waste is burned or dumped. However, the unscientific disposal of waste in landfills causes the generation of gases, heat, and leachate and results in a variety of ecotoxicological problems, including global warming, water pollution, fire hazards, and health effects that are hazardous to both the environment and public health. Therefore, sustainable management of MSW and landfill leachate is critical, necessitating the use of more advanced techniques to lessen waste production and maximize recycling to assure environmental sustainability. The present review provides an updated overview of the global perspective of municipal waste generation, composition, landfill heat and leachate formation, and ecotoxicological effects, and also discusses integrated-waste management approaches for the sustainable management of municipal waste and landfill leachate.
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- Ali Mohd Yatoo
- Centre of Research for Development, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
- Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Faculty of Agriculture, SKUAST-Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, Wadura, 193201, India
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- Centre of Research for Development, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- River Basin Research Centre, Gifu University, 1-1 Yanagido, Gifu, Japan
- Waste Re-Processing Division, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), Nagpur, 440020, India
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- Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310014, China
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- Centre of Research for Development, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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- Faculty of Agriculture, SKUAST-Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, Wadura, 193201, India
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- Waste Re-Processing Division, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), Nagpur, 440020, India
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Muliari M, Mahdaliana, Irfannur I, Akmal Y, Batubara AS. Pollutant levels in the waters of the industrial area of North Aceh and Lhokseumawe Regency, Indonesia. MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN 2024; 201:116170. [PMID: 38382320 DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2024.116170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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This research was conducted from June to August 2023. Data and samples were collected using an exploratory survey method in four locations around the industrial area, namely PT. ASEAN Aceh Fertilizer and PT. Kertas Kraft Aceh in North Aceh Regency, while PT. Pupuk Iskandar Muda and PT. Harun NGL in Lhokseumawe Regency, Indonesia. Observations of physico-chemical parameters including measurements of salinity, bicarbonate, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, nitrite, orthophosphate, total alkalinity, and total ammonia were analyzed in the Laboratory of PT Intraco Agroindustri, Langkat Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Microplastic analysis was carried out at the Faculty of Marine and Fisheries, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The biological parameters measured in this research include the chlorophyll concentration in the water locations observed. Based on the results of the analysis, it shows that the calcium, magnesium, orthophosphate content at the four research locations has exceeded the quality standards, while the nitrate content is only at PT. ASEAN Aceh Fertilizer and PT. Kertas Kraft Aceh that exceeds the quality standards. The bicarbonate, nitrite, salinity, total alkalinity, and total ammonia content at the four research locations were under normal conditions. The chlorophyll content in the four research locations was categorized as low fertility (oligotrophic). Based on the analysis, it also shows that the four research locations were contaminated with microplastics with a range of 2.78-5.49 particles/l.
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- Muliari Muliari
- Department of Marine Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Malikussaleh, Aceh Utara, Indonesia.
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- Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Malikussaleh, Aceh Utara, Indonesia
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- Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Almuslim, Bireuen, Indonesia
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- Department of Aquaculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Almuslim, Bireuen, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia
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Deeb M, Smagin AV, Pauleit S, Fouché-Grobla O, Podwojewski P, Groffman PM. The urgency of building soils for Middle Eastern and North African countries: Economic, environmental, and health solutions. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 917:170529. [PMID: 38296094 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.170529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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Soil degradation is a short or long ongoing process that limits ecosystem services. Intensive land use, water scarcity, land disturbance, and global climate change have reduced the quality of soils worldwide. This degradation directly threatens most of the land in the Middle East and North Africa, while the remaining areas are at high risk of further desertification. Rehabilitation and control of these damaged environments are essential to avoid negative effects on human well-being (e.g., poverty, food insecurity, wars, etc.). Here we review constructed soils involving the use of waste materials as a solution to soil degradation and present approaches to address erosion, organic matter oxidation, water scarcity and salinization. Our analysis showed a high potential for using constructed soil as a complimentary reclamation solution in addition to traditional ones. Constructed soils could have the ability to overcome the limitations of existing solutions to tackle land degradation while contributing to the solution of waste management problems. These soils facilitate the provision of multiple ecosystem services and have the potential to address particularly challenging land degradation problems in semi and dry climates.
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- Maha Deeb
- Soils and Substrates, HEPIA, HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland, Geneva, Switzerland; Lehrstuhl für Strategie und Management der Landschaftsentwicklung, Technische Universität München, Germany.
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- Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU), 119991 Moscow, Russia; Institute of Forest Science of RAS, Moscow Region, Sovetskaya 21, 143030 Uspenskoe, Russia
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- Lehrstuhl für Strategie und Management der Landschaftsentwicklung, Technische Universität München, Germany
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- IRD, UMR IEES-Paris, Sorbonne Université/IRD/CNRS/INRAe/UPEC/Université de Paris, Centre IRD de France Nord, 32, Av. H. Varagnat, 93143 Bondy Cedex, France; Geomatics & Land Law Lab, Conservatoire national des Arts et Métiers (CNAM), Paris, France
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- IRD, UMR IEES-Paris, Sorbonne Université/IRD/CNRS/INRAe/UPEC/Université de Paris, Centre IRD de France Nord, 32, Av. H. Varagnat, 93143 Bondy Cedex, France
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- Advanced Science Research Center at the Graduate Center, City University of New York, New York, NY 10031, USA
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Poonia K, Singh P, Ahamad T, Le QV, Phan Quang HH, Thakur S, Mishra AK, Selvasembian R, Hussain CM, Nguyen VH, Raizada P. Sustainability, performance, and production perspectives of waste-derived functional carbon nanomaterials towards a sustainable environment: A review. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 352:141419. [PMID: 38360410 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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The survival of humanity is severely threatened by the massive accumulation of waste in the ecosystem. One plausible solution for the management and upcycling of waste is conversing waste at the molecular level and deriving carbon-based nanomaterial. The field of carbon nanomaterials with distinctive properties, such as exceptionally large surface areas, good thermal and chemical stability, and improved propagation of charge carriers, remains a significant area of research. The study demonstrates recent developments in high-value carbon-based photocatalysts synthesis from various waste precursors, including zoonotic, phytogenic, polyolefinic, electronic, and biomedical, highlighting the progression as photocatalysts and adsorbents for wastewater treatment and water splitting applications. This review highpoints the benefits of using waste as a precursor to support sustainability and circular economy and the risks associated with their use. Finally, we support that a sustainable society will eventually be realized by exploring present obstacles and potential steps for creating superior carbon-based nanomaterials in the future.
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- Komal Poonia
- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh- 8, 173229, India
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- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh- 8, 173229, India
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea University, 145, Anam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Faculty of Biology and Environment, Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT), 140 Le Trong Tan Street, Tay Thanh Ward, Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, Bioorganic Chemistry and Biotechnology, Silesian University of Technology, B. Krzywoustego 4, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland
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- Department of Chemistry, Durban University of Technology, Steve Biko Road, Durban, 4001, South Africa
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Engineering and Sciences, SRM University-AP, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh 522240, India
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- Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, 07102, USA
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- Centre for Herbal Pharmacology and Environmental Sustainability, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, 603103, Tamil Nadu, India.
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- School of Advanced Chemical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh- 8, 173229, India.
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Liu S, Zhang X, Qu C, Luo X, Xing Y, Tan S, Jiang Y, Huang Q, Chen W. Ore improver additions alter livestock manure compost ecosystem C:N:P stoichiometry. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 244:117904. [PMID: 38092239 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Deciphering the pivotal components of nutrient metabolism in compost is of paramount importance. To this end, ecoenzymatic stoichiometry, enzyme vector modeling, and statistical analysis were employed to explore the impact of exogenous ore improver on nutrient changes throughout the livestock composting process. The total phosphorus increased from 12.86 to 18.72 g kg-1, accompanied by a marked neutralized pH with ore improver, resulting in the Carbon-, nitrogen-, and phosphorus-related enzyme activities decreases. However, the potential C:P and N:P acquisition activities represented by ln(βG + CB): ln(ALP) and ln(NAG): ln(ALP), were increased with ore improver addition. Based on the ecoenzymatic stoiometry theory, these changes reflect a decreasing trend in the relative P/N limitation, with pH and total phosphorus as the decisive factors. Our study showed that the practical employment of eco stoichiometry could benefit the manure composting process. Moreover, we should also consider the ecological effects from pH for the waste material utilization in sustainable agriculture.
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- Song Liu
- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Soil Environment and Pollution Remediation, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Soil Environment and Pollution Remediation, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- National Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China.
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Yang C, Hayhow C, Jackman E, Andrews D, Brabander D. Municipal Compost Public Health, Waste Management, and Urban Agriculture: A Decadal Study of Fugitive Pb in City of Boston, Massachusetts, USA. GEOHEALTH 2024; 8:e2023GH000810. [PMID: 38449815 PMCID: PMC10916439 DOI: 10.1029/2023gh000810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024]
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Compostable materials constitute roughly half of waste generated globally, but only 5% of waste is actually processed through composting, suggesting that expanding compost programs may be an effective way to process waste. Compostable waste, if properly collected and processed, has value-added end use options including: residential and park landscaping, remediation of brownfield sites, and as growing media in urban agriculture (UA). Since 2001, our lab has partnered with The Food Project, a non-profit focused on youth leadership development through urban farming. From 2006 to 2022 we collected compost materials that were delivered to the farm from a variety of local sources and analyzed a suite of biogeochemical properties including lead (Pb) concentrations, organic carbon, and grain size distribution. Pb concentrations of Boston's municipal compost always exceeded the current City of San Francisco soil and compost purchase standard (80 μg/g). In 2012 Boston's composting program was halted when it exceeded the 400 μg/g Environmental Protection Agency's Pb in soil benchmark. Urban Pb is geomobile and must be managed to minimize resuspension and transport of fines whose Pb concentration is often elevated compared to bulk compost. Consequently, urban farmers have to source lower Pb compost from suburban suppliers at significantly greater cost. Over a 15 year period and through several city vendor contracts, Pb concentrations in municipal compost remain at levels that warrant continued surveillance and risk assessment.
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- Chansie Yang
- Department of Environmental StudiesWellesley CollegeWellesleyMAUSA
- Now at Department of BiologyUniversity of WashingtonSeattleWAUSA
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- Department of GeosciencesWellesley CollegeWellesleyMAUSA
- Now at Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary SciencesMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridgeMAUSA
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- Department of GeosciencesWellesley CollegeWellesleyMAUSA
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- Department of Environmental StudiesWellesley CollegeWellesleyMAUSA
- Department of GeosciencesWellesley CollegeWellesleyMAUSA
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Uesugi JHE, Dos Santos Caldas D, Coelho BBF, Prazes MCC, Omura LYE, Pismel JAR, Bezerra NV. Morphological diversity of actinobacteria isolated from oil palm compost (Elaeis guineensis). Braz J Microbiol 2024; 55:455-469. [PMID: 38010583 PMCID: PMC10920546 DOI: 10.1007/s42770-023-01178-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023] Open
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Composting is a natural process of decomposition of organic matter that occurs by the action of microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, and actinobacteria. The actinobacteria are present throughout the process due to their resistance to different environmental conditions. They are Gram-positive, filamentous bacteria with a high capacity for producing secondary metabolites of biotechnological importance. Thus, the objective of this work was to isolate and characterize actinobacteria from industrial composting soil of oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) in the municipality of Igarapé-Açu, Pará. Ten samples of the material were collected and seeded on soy tryptone agar, Reasoner's 2A agar, and Columbia agar, using the serial dilution technique. For morphological characterization of the strains, Gram staining and microculture were performed, and for biochemical characterization, the motility, triple sugar iron, Simmons citrate, maltose, phenylalanine, catalase, and DNAse tests were performed. It was observed that compost actinobacteria have a great diversity in morphological and metabolic production, which may be associated with the substrate and cultivation conditions. Therefore, palm oil compost material represents a rich source of bacterial biodiversity, bringing new perspectives for the bioprospecting of actinobacteria of biotechnological importance in little explored environments.
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- Juliana Hiromi Emin Uesugi
- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Applied Microbiology and Genetics of Microorganisms, Pará State University, Tv. Perebebuí, 2623, Marco, Belém, PA, Brazil
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Batista-Barwinski MJ, Butzke-Souza N, Radetski-Silva R, Tiegs F, Laçoli R, Venturieri GA, Miller PRM, Branco JO, Ariente-Neto R, Radetski CM. Slaughterhouse by-products composting: can microorganisms inoculum addition mitigate final compost odor emission? JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND HEALTH. PART. B, PESTICIDES, FOOD CONTAMINANTS, AND AGRICULTURAL WASTES 2024; 59:131-141. [PMID: 38314812 DOI: 10.1080/03601234.2024.2312063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Small slaughterhouses generate biowaste, which for economic reasons, is generally destined for composting. Inoculating appropriate microorganisms can improve biodegradation efficiency and mitigate odor generation during the composting process and can give rise to composts with neutral or pleasant odors. Therefore, the aim of this study was to compare the odor intensity reduction of compost generated with and without a formulated inoculum (Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Bacillus subtilis, and Rhodopseudomonas palustris). A set of experimental data was collected and analyzed according to the German "Verein Deutscher Ingenieure" odor protocol. The results showed that adding microorganisms was effective in reducing unpleasant odors in all three composts generated from swine, cattle, and poultry slaughterhouse by-products during both summer and winter seasons. Additionally, soil odor was predominant in composts that were inoculated in the two tested seasons (i.e., summer and winter). On the other hand, composts without inoculation had odors similar to peat for swine compost, ammonia for cattle compost, and manure for poultry compost, regardless of the season tested. Overall, composting process with appropriate inoculum can help in the correct disposal of slaughterhouse wastes by transforming organic matter into composts, which can have economic and environmental value as a soil conditioner and/or fertilizer.
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- Laboratório de Remediação Ambiental, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, Brazil
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- Curso de Mestrado em Tecnologia e Ambiente, Instituto Federal Catarinense - Campus Araquari, Araquari, Brazil
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- Curso de Mestrado em Tecnologia e Ambiente, Instituto Federal Catarinense - Campus Araquari, Araquari, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Remediação Ambiental, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Agroecossistemas, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Agroecossistemas, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciência e Tecnologia Ambiental, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, Brazil
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- Curso de Engenharia de Produção, Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR), Campus Jandaia do Sul, Jandaia do Sul, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciência e Tecnologia Ambiental, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Itajaí, Brazil
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Mahmud MZA, Mobarak MH, Hossain N. Emerging trends in biomaterials for sustainable food packaging: A comprehensive review. Heliyon 2024; 10:e24122. [PMID: 38226272 PMCID: PMC10788806 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24122] [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: 10/04/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/17/2024] Open
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This comprehensive review investigates a variety of creative approaches in the field of sustainable food packaging biomaterials in response to growing environmental concerns and the negative effects of traditional plastic packaging. The study carefully looks at new developments in biomaterials, such as biodegradable polymers, ceramics, composites, and metal alloys, in response to the growing need for environmentally suitable substitutes. It highlights how they might replace conventional plastic packaging and lessen environmental damage. Moreover, the incorporation of nanotechnology into packaging is closely examined due to its crucial function in improving barrier qualities, introducing antimicrobial properties, and introducing smart packaging features. The investigation includes edible coatings and films made of biodegradable polymers that offer new sensory experiences in addition to prolonging the shelf life of products. The review emphasizes the use of biomaterials derived from food processing and agricultural waste, supporting environmentally responsible methods of producing materials while simultaneously using less resources and waste. As a strong defense against plastic pollution, the report highlights the food industry's increasing use of recyclable and biodegradable packaging, which is in line with the concepts of the circular economy. A movement in consumer tastes and regulatory pressures toward sustainable food packaging is evident in global market patterns. Notwithstanding these encouraging trends, there are still issues to be resolved, including cost-effectiveness, technological constraints, and the scalability of biomaterial production. This thorough analysis concludes by highlighting the critical role biomaterials have played in guiding the food industry toward sustainability and emphasizing the need for ongoing research and development to adequately address environmental issues on a worldwide scale and satisfy the growing demand for environmentally friendly packaging options. Biomaterials show great promise as catalysts for the food industry's transition to a sustainable future.
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- Md. Zobair Al Mahmud
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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Mushtaq Q, Joly N, Martin P, Qazi JI. Optimization of Alkali Treatment for Production of Fermentable Sugars and Phenolic Compounds from Potato Peel Waste Using Topographical Characterization and FTIR Spectroscopy. Molecules 2023; 28:7250. [PMID: 37959670 PMCID: PMC10648272 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28217250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Potato peel waste (PPW) was utilized as a bio-template for the production of valuable compounds such as reducing sugars (RS), total sugar (TS) and total phenolic compounds (TPC). Two methods of alkali treatments, i.e., chemical (NaOH) and thermochemical (NaOH assisted with autoclaving) processes, were employed for the deconstruction of PPW. Response surface methodology (RSM) was used to study the effects of alkali concentration (0.6-1.0 w/v), substrate concentration (5-15 g) and time (4-8 h) on the extraction of RS, TS and TP from PPW. The application of alkali plus steam treatment in Box-Behnken design (BBD) with three levels yielded the optimum releases of RS, TS and TP as 7.163, 28.971 and 4.064 mg/mL, respectively, corresponding to 10% substrate loading, in 0.6% NaOH for 8 h. However, the alkali treatment reported optimum extractions of RS, TS and TP as 4.061, 17.432 and 2.993 mg/mL, respectively. The thermochemical pretreatment was proven a beneficial process as it led to higher productions of TP. FTIR and SEM were used to analyze the deterioration levels of the substrate. The present work was used to explore the sustainable management of PPW, which is a highly neglected substrate bioresource but is excessively dumped in open environment, raising environmental concerns. The cost-effective methods for the breakdown of PPW starch into fermentable sugars might be utilized to extract valuable compounds.
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- Qudsia Mushtaq
- Microbial Biotechnology Laboratory, Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, New Campus, Lahore 54590, Pakistan;
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- University Artois, Unilasalle, ULR7519—Unité Transformations & Agro-Ressources, F-62408 Béthune, France;
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- University Artois, Unilasalle, ULR7519—Unité Transformations & Agro-Ressources, F-62408 Béthune, France;
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- Microbial Biotechnology Laboratory, Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, New Campus, Lahore 54590, Pakistan;
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Jiang H, Zhang Y, Cui R, Ren L, Zhang M, Wang Y. Effects of Two Different Proportions of Microbial Formulations on Microbial Communities in Kitchen Waste Composting. Microorganisms 2023; 11:2605. [PMID: 37894263 PMCID: PMC10609192 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11102605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Revised: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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The objective of this research was to investigate the effect of bulking agents on the maturity and gaseous emissions of composting kitchen waste. The composing experiments were carried out by selected core bacterial agents and universal bacterial agents for 20 days. The results demonstrated that the addition of core microbial agents effectively controlled the emission of typical odor-producing compounds. The addition of core and universal bacterial agents drastically reduced NH3 emissions by 94% and 74%, and decreased H2S emissions by 78% and 27%. The application of core microbial agents during composting elevated the peak temperature to 65 °C and in terms of efficient temperature evolution (>55 °C for 8 consecutive days). The organic matter degradation decreased by 65% from the initial values for core microbial agents were added, while for the other treatments the reduction was slight. Adding core microbial agents to kitchen waste produced mature compost with a higher germination index (GI) 112%, while other treatments did not fully mature and had a GI of <70%. Microbial analysis demonstrated that the core microbial agents in composting increased the relative abundances of Weissella, Ignatzschineria, and Bacteroides. Network and redundancy analysis (RDA) revealed that the core microbial agents enhanced the relationship between bacteria and the eight indicators (p < 0.01), thereby improving the bio transformation of compounds during composting. Overall, these results suggest that the careful selection of appropriate inoculation microorganisms is crucial for improved biological transformation and nutrient content composting efficacy of kitchen waste.
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Food Chain Pollution Control, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (H.J.); (Y.Z.); (R.C.); (L.R.)
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Food Chain Pollution Control, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (H.J.); (Y.Z.); (R.C.); (L.R.)
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Mazumder P, Dash S, Khwairakpam M, Kalamdhad AS. Ecological and health risk assessment associated with translocation of heavy metals in Lycopersicum esculentum from farmland soil treated with different composts. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2023; 344:118577. [PMID: 37459809 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.118577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 07/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/17/2023]
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To meet the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, agricultural soil which is a non-renewable natural resource must be carefully managed. Heavy metals present in agricultural soil may imperil food security and instigate extreme risks to human health. Organic wastes have been long known for valuable amendments to soil thereby, improving overall soil health. In the present study, Echhornia crassipes, Hydrilla verticillata, and vegetable waste, was utilized to prepare compost amendments. Lycopersicum esculentum was used to metal uptake from compost amended soils. 5%, 10%, 15%, 25%, and 35% compost: soil (w/w) were studied to understand metal translocation in plants. Potential Ecological risk indices showed that while the degree of risk was medium for the natural soil, it reduced to slight for the soil amended with WHC and VWC for all compositions. The non-carcinogenic risks associated with the human health reduced on application of the composts, however, they still remained substantial for Fe, As, and Pb for WHC, HVC, and VWC composts at higher application ratios, especially among children. On the other hand, the carcinogenic health index values which were calculated to estimate the risk associated with ingestion of L. esculentum, showed a decrease in risk for all the metals studied, upon soil amendment. Soil amended with HVC compost showed an increase in carcinogenic risk for As, Pb, and Cr. Finally, we conclude that biological soil remediation is economical and a sustainable land management strategy that may lead to green and clean remediation solutions for metal contaminated soil.
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- Payal Mazumder
- Centre for the Environment, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India.
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- Department of Civil Engineering, SRM University, Andhra Pradesh, Mangalagiri - Mandal, Neeru Konda, Amaravati, 522502, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- School of Agro and Rural Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India
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Kumar A, Thakur AK, Gaurav GK, Klemeš JJ, Sandhwar VK, Pant KK, Kumar R. A critical review on sustainable hazardous waste management strategies: a step towards a circular economy. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:105030-105055. [PMID: 37725301 PMCID: PMC10579135 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-29511-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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Globally, industrialisation and urbanisation have led to the generation of hazardous waste (HW). Sustainable hazardous waste management (HWM) is the need of the hour for a safe, clean, and eco-friendly environment and public health. The prominent waste management strategies should be aligned with circular economic models considering the economy, environment, and efficiency. This review critically discusses HW generation and sustainable management with the strategies of prevention, reduction, recycling, waste-to-energy, advanced treatment technology, and proper disposal. In this regard, the major HW policies, legislations, and international conventions related to HWM are summarised. The global generation and composition of hazardous industrial, household, and e-waste are analysed, along with their environmental and health impacts. The paper critically discusses recently adapted management strategies, waste-to-energy conversion techniques, treatment technologies, and their suitability, advantages, and limitations. A roadmap for future research focused on the components of the circular economy model is proposed, and the waste management challenges are discussed. This review stems to give a holistic and broader picture of global waste generation (from many sources), its effects on public health and the environment, and the need for a sustainable HWM approach towards the circular economy. The in-depth analysis presented in this work will help build cost-effective and eco-sustainable HWM projects.
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- Ashutosh Kumar
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, New Delhi 110016 India
- School of Chemical & Biotechnology, SASTRA Deemed to Be University, Tirmalaisamudram, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613401 India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Energy Cluster, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007 Uttarakhand India
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- Sustainable Process Integration Laboratory, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, SPIL, NETME Centre, Brno University of Technology, VUT Brno, Technická 2896/2, 616 69 Brno, Czech Republic
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- Sustainable Process Integration Laboratory, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, SPIL, NETME Centre, Brno University of Technology, VUT Brno, Technická 2896/2, 616 69 Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Parul Institute of Technology, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat 391760 India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, New Delhi 110016 India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Energy Cluster, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007 Uttarakhand India
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Toor MD, Kizilkaya R, Ullah I, Koleva L, Basit A, Mohamed HI. Potential Role of Vermicompost in Abiotic Stress Tolerance of Crop Plants: a Review. JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s42729-023-01476-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Kanoo B, Garg A. Effect of diaper waste on composting of household wet biodegradable waste in a decentralized system. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:98966-98976. [PMID: 36853540 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-25942-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Due to changes in lifestyle and improved economic status, the use of diapers is also increasing in developing nations. Hence, there is a need to develop an eco-friendly system for the disposal of discarded diapers which is termed diaper waste (DW). In the present study, the co-composting of DW with household wet biodegradable waste (HWBW) was performed in a compartmentalized rotary drum (CRD) (total capacity = 160 L, number of compartments = 4) under passive aeration conditions. For the co-composting runs, 1 kg of HWBW and DW mixture (mass ratio = 100:0, 90:10, 85:15, and 80:20) was added in four individual compartments daily for 10 days. During the process, the highest temperature of ~ 50-56 °C could be achieved in different compartments for a duration of 2-8 days. The compost yield (i.e., below 4 mm size material) was ranged 10.4-13% after 55 days of composting and the mass of DW was reduced by ~ 61-68%. A mixture of 15% DW and 85% HWBW can be suggested as the best combination for the co-composting process. Based on the "Dewar test" results, the samples recovered after composting could be categorized as "stable". The pot results showed an improvement in the growth of Vigna Radiata when 10% compost sample was mixed with soil whereas with 20% compost in the soil-compost mixture, the plant growth was adversely affected. Hence, co-composting of DW with HWBW can be a feasible proposition which can produce a good quality compost.
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- Barun Kanoo
- Environmental Science and Engineering Department, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, 400076, India
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- Environmental Science and Engineering Department, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, 400076, India.
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Divyashri G, Krishna Murthy TP, Ragavan KV, Sumukh GM, Sudha LS, Nishka S, Himanshi G, Misriya N, Sharada B, Anjanapura Venkataramanaiah R. Valorization of coffee bean processing waste for the sustainable extraction of biologically active pectin. Heliyon 2023; 9:e20212. [PMID: 37809968 PMCID: PMC10559994 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2022] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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The dry method of coffee processing generates a significant amount of coffee husk, an agricultural waste for which currently there is a lack of profitable use, and their disposal constitutes a major environmental problem. Pectin was extracted from coffee husk using citric acid solution (pH 1.5) by microwave-assisted extraction method, followed by using ice-cold ethanol. The coffee husk pectin (CHP) with a yield of 40.2% was characterized using SEM, FT-IR, and XRD techniques. The CHP exhibited significant in-vitro antioxidant activity as measured by using 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl; (IC50 value of 395.1 ± 0.42 μg/mL), ferrous reducing antioxidant capacity (A700 nm = 0.55 ± 0.08), 2,2'-Azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) radical scavenging (42.02 ± 0.38%) and ascorbic acid auto-oxidation inhibition (92.01 ± 0.28%) assays. CHP demonstrated antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Bacillus cereus with an inhibition diameter of 20 ± 1.01 mm and 18 ± 0.84 mm, respectively. Interestingly, CHP showed a significant anti-inflammatory effect by negatively modulating the expressions of TNF-α and TGF- β in LPS-stimulated macrophage cell lines. Collectively, our findings suggest that the coffee husk is a potential source of commercial pectin, microwave-assisted extraction has a great potency on the commercial pectin extraction from the coffee husk and CHP demonstrates significant biological activity.
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- Gangaraju Divyashri
- Department of Biotechnology, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, 560 054, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, 560 054, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, 560 054, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, 560 054, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, 560 054, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, 560 054, Karnataka, India
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- Faculty of Allied health Sciences, BLDE (Deemed-to-be-university), Vijaypura, 586 103, India
- Department of Food Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Jain Deemed-to-be University, Bengaluru, 562 112, Karnataka, India
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Deng Z, Geng X, Shi M, Chen X, Wei Z. Effect of different moisture contents on hydrogen sulfide malodorous gas emission during composting. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023; 380:129093. [PMID: 37100296 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2023.129093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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The sulfate reduction reaction releases malodorous gases (H2S) during composting, with potential pollution risks to the environment. In this study, chicken manure (CM) with high sulfur content and beef cattle manure (BM) with low sulfur content were used to investigate the effect of control (CK) and low moisture content (LW) on sulfur metabolism. The results showed that compared to CK composting, the cumulative H2S emission of CM and BM composting decreased by 27.27% and 21.08% under LW condition, respectively. Meanwhile, the abundance of core microorganisms related to sulfur components was reduced under LW condition. Furthermore, the KEGG sulfur pathway and network analysis suggested that LW composting weakened the sulfate reduction pathway, and reduced the number and abundance of functional microorganisms and genes. These results indicated that low moisture content had important effects on inhibiting the release of H2S during composting, which provided a scientific basis to control environmental pollution.
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- Ze Deng
- College of Life Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; College of Life Science, Tianjin Normal University, Tianjin 300387, China
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- College of Life Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- College of Life Science, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450000, China
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- College of Life Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- College of Life Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; College of Life Science, Tianjin Normal University, Tianjin 300387, China.
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Sun H, Chen S, Zhu N, Jeyakumar P, Wang J, Xie W, Feng Y. Hydrothermal carbonization aqueous phase promotes nutrient retention and humic substance formation during aerobic composting of chicken manure. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023:129418. [PMID: 37390933 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2023.129418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
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The aqueous phase (AP) of hydrothermal carbonization is rich in humic substances (HSs), which could influence the poultry manure composting process and the product quality. Here, raw AP and its modified product (MAP) with different nitrogen (N) contents were added into chicken manure composting at low (5%) or high (10%) rate. Results showed that all APs addition decreased the temperature and pH but AP-10% increased total N, HSs, and humic acid (HA) of compost by 12%, 18% and 27%, respectively. MAP applications increased the total phosphorus by 8-9% and MAP-10% enhanced the total potussium content by 20%. Additionally, both AP and MAP additions increased the contents of three major components of dissolved organic matter by 20-64%. In conclusion, both AP and MAP can generally improve the chicken manure compost quality, which provides a new idea for the recycling of APs derived from agro-forestry wastes during hydrothermal carbonization.
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- Haijun Sun
- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, College of Forestry, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, College of Forestry, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; Key Laboratory of Agro-Environment in Downstream of Yangtze Plain, Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanjing 210014, China
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- Key Laboratory of Agro-Environment in Downstream of Yangtze Plain, Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanjing 210014, China
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- Environmental Sciences, School of Agriculture and Environment, Massey University, Palmerston North 4442, New Zealand
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- Key Laboratory of Agro-Environment in Downstream of Yangtze Plain, Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanjing 210014, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Soil and Sustainable Agriculture, Institute of Soil Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Nanjing 210008, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Agro-Environment in Downstream of Yangtze Plain, Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanjing 210014, China
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Matheri F, Kambura AK, Mwangi M, Karanja E, Adamtey N, Wanjau K, Mwangi E, Tanga CM, Bautze D, Runo S. Evolution of fungal and non-fungal eukaryotic communities in response to thermophilic co-composting of various nitrogen-rich green feedstocks. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0286320. [PMID: 37256894 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0286320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/02/2023] Open
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Thermophilic composting is a promising soil and waste management approach involving diverse micro and macro-organisms, including eukaryotes. Due to sub-optimal amounts of nutrients in manure, supplemental feedstock materials such as Lantana camara, and Tithonia diversifolia twigs are used in composting. These materials have, however, been reported to have antimicrobial activity in in-vitro experiments. Furthermore, the phytochemical analysis has shown differences in their complexities, thus possibly requiring various periods to break down. Therefore, it is necessary to understand these materials' influence on the biological and physical-chemical stability of compost. Most compost microbiome studies have been bacterial-centric, leaving out eukaryotes despite their critical role in the environment. Here, the influence of different green feedstock on the fungal and non-fungal eukaryotic community structure in a thermophilic compost environment was examined. Total community fungal and non-fungal eukaryotic DNA was recovered from triplicate compost samples of four experimental regimes. Sequencing for fungal ITS and non-fungal eukaryotes; 18S rDNA was done under the Illumina Miseq platform, and bioinformatics analysis was done using Divisive Amplicon Denoising Algorithm version 2 workflow in R version 4.1. Samples of mixed compost and composting day 84 recorded significantly (P<0.05) higher overall fungal populations, while Lantana-based compost and composting day 84 revealed the highest fungal community diversity. Non-fungal eukaryotic richness was significantly (P< 0.05) more abundant in Tithonia-based compost and composting day 21. The most diverse non-fungal eukaryotic biome was in the Tithonia-based compost and composting day 84. Sordariomycetes and Holozoa were the most contributors to the fungal and non-fungal community interactions in the compost environment, respectively. The findings of this study unravel the inherent influence of diverse composting materials and days on the eukaryotic community structure and compost's biological and chemical stability.
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- Felix Matheri
- Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Biotechnology, Kenyatta University (KU), Nairobi, Kenya
- International Centre for Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of Agricultural Sciences, Taita Taveta University (TTU), Voi, Kenya
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- Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Biotechnology, Kenyatta University (KU), Nairobi, Kenya
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- International Centre for Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Nairobi, Kenya
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- Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL), Frick, Switzerland
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- International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), Department Animal and Human Health, Nairobi, Kenya
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- International Centre for Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Nairobi, Kenya
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- Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL), Frick, Switzerland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Biotechnology, Kenyatta University (KU), Nairobi, Kenya
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Lerma-Moliz R, López-González JA, Suárez-Estrella F, Martínez-Gallardo MR, Jurado MM, Estrella-González MJ, Toribio AJ, Jiménez R, López MJ. Mitigation of phytotoxic effect of compost by application of optimized aqueous extraction protocols. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 873:162288. [PMID: 36801343 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.162288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 01/31/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The abuse of chemical fertilizers in recent decades has led the promotion of less harmful alternatives, such as compost or aqueous extracts obtained from it. Therefore, it is essential to develop liquid biofertilizers, which in addition of being stable and useful for fertigation and foliar application in intensive agriculture had a remarkable phytostimulant extracts. For this purpose, a collection of aqueous extracts was obtained by applying four different Compost Extraction Protocols (CEP1, CEP2, CEP3, CEP4) in terms of incubation time, temperature and agitation of compost samples from agri-food waste, olive mill waste, sewage sludge and vegetable waste. Subsequently, a physicochemical characterization of the obtained set was performed in which pH, electrical conductivity and Total Organic Carbon (TOC) were measured. In addition, a biological characterization was also carried out by calculating the Germination Index (GI) and determining the Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD5). Furthermore, functional diversity was studied using the Biolog EcoPlates technique. The results obtained confirmed the great heterogeneity of the selected raw materials. However, it was observed that the less aggressive treatments in terms of temperature and incubation time, such as CEP1 (48 h, room temperature (RT)) or CEP4 (14 days, RT), provided aqueous compost extracts with better phytostimulant characteristics than the starting composts. It was even possible to find a compost extraction protocol that maximize the beneficial effects of compost. This was the case of CEP1, which improved the GI and reduced the phytotoxicity in most of the raw materials analyzed. Therefore, the use of this type of liquid organic amendment could mitigate the phytotoxic effect of several composts being a good alternative to the use of chemical fertilizers.
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- R Lerma-Moliz
- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain.
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Unit of Microbiology, Department of Biology and Geology, CITE II-B, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence ceiA3, CIAIMBITAL, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain
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Kang J, Song G, Wang X, Qiu W, Pei F, Ling H, Ping W, Ge J. Aerobic composting with sauerkraut fermentation waste water: Increasing the stability and complexity of bacterial community and changing bacterial community assembly processes. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023; 376:128883. [PMID: 36921638 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2023.128883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2023] [Revised: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Aerobic composting renders the sauerkraut fermentation waste water harmless while adding soluble nutrients. Unravelling the bacterial community assembly processes, changes in community robustness and community cohesion and the relationship between them under composting treatment of sauerkraut fermentation waste water is an interesting topic. Sauerkraut fermentation waste water was used for composting, which increased bacterial linkages, community robustness, competitive behaviour during warming periods and cooperative behaviour during cooling periods, and the control of community assembly processes shifts from deterministic processes (variable selection) to stochastic processes (decentralised limitation). At the same time, the influence of community robustness and community cohesion on community assembly processes was increased. Community cohesion and robustness were significantly correlated with community function. These results indicate that community robustness and community cohesion are critical for the biological handling of hazardous substances.
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- Jie Kang
- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Agricultural Microbiology Technology, Ministry of Education & Heilongjiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Genetic Engineering and Biological Fermentation Engineering for Cold Region & Key Laboratory of Microbiology, College of Heilongjiang Province & School of Life Sciences, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China.
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Bojarski W, Czekała W, Nowak M, Dach J. Production of compost from logging residues. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023; 376:128878. [PMID: 36921643 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2023.128878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The implementation of forest management generates logging residue which can be used in several ways. One of the option is to use of logging residue in the composting process. Therefore, this study determined the possibility of producing compost based on logging residue and the produced fertilizer used to fertilize forest nurseries. Pine chips and sewage sludge were used for carrying out the study. The compost, as well as the leachate produced during composting, were characterized by high NPK content. The leachate collected at the end of the experiment was characterized by nitrogen content of approximately 6500 mg‧dm-3, phosphorus of approximately 450 mg‧dm-3, and potassium of approximately 500-700 mg‧dm-3. In contrast, the compost produced contained approximately 0.57 g‧kg-1 nitrogen, approximately 0.39 g‧kg-1 phosphorus, and approximately 0.24 g‧kg-1 potassium. The disadvantage in terms of the usefulness of the resulting fertilizer in forest nurseries is its pH, which exceeded 9.0.
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- Wiktor Bojarski
- Department of Biosystems Engineering, Poznań University of Life Sciences, Wojska Polskiego 50, 60-627 Poznań, Poland.
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- Department of Biosystems Engineering, Poznań University of Life Sciences, Wojska Polskiego 50, 60-627 Poznań, Poland.
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- Department of Biosystems Engineering, Poznań University of Life Sciences, Wojska Polskiego 50, 60-627 Poznań, Poland.
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- Department of Biosystems Engineering, Poznań University of Life Sciences, Wojska Polskiego 50, 60-627 Poznań, Poland.
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Sadh PK, Chawla P, Kumar S, Das A, Kumar R, Bains A, Sridhar K, Duhan JS, Sharma M. Recovery of agricultural waste biomass: A path for circular bioeconomy. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 870:161904. [PMID: 36736404 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.161904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2022] [Revised: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Circular bio-economy is a significant approach to resolving global issues elevated by environmental pollution. The generation of bioenergy and biomaterials can withstand the energy-environment connection as well as substitute petroleum-based materials as the feed stock production, thereby contributing to a cleaner and low-carbon-safe environment. Open discarding of waste is a major cause of environmental pollution in developing and under developed countries. Agricultural bio-wastes are obtained through various biological sources and industrial processing, signifying a typical renewable source of energy with ample nutrients and readily biodegradable organic substances. These waste materials are competent to decompose under aerobic and anaerobic conditions. The projected global population, urbanization, economic development, and changing production and consumption behavior result in bounteous bio-waste production. These bio-wastes mainly contain starch, cellulose, protein, hemicellulose, and lipids, which can operate as low-cost raw materials to develop new value-added products. Thus, this review discussed specifically the agricultural waste and valorization processes used to convert this waste into value-added products (biofuel, enzymes, antibiotics, ethanol and single cell protein). These value added products are used in the supply chain and enhance the overall performance of agriculture waste management, execution of circular bio-economy has attained significant importance and it explains a closed-loop system in which the potential resources remain in the loop, allowing them to be sustained into a new value.
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- Pardeep Kumar Sadh
- Department of Biotechnology, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa 125055, Haryana, India
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144 411, Punjab, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa 125055, Haryana, India
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- Department of Paramedical Sciences, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo 151 302, Punjab, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa 125055, Haryana, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144 411, Punjab, India
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- Department of Food Technology, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (Deemed to be University), Coimbatore 641021, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa 125055, Haryana, India.
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- Haute Ecole Provinciale de Hainaut-Condorcet, 7800 Ath, Belgium.
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Chaudhari YS, Kumar P, Soni S, Gacem A, Kumar V, Singh S, Yadav VK, Dawane V, Piplode S, Jeon BH, Ibrahium HA, Hakami RA, Alotaibi MT, Abdellattif MH, Cabral-Pinto MMS, Yadav P, Yadav KK. An inclusive outlook on the fate and persistence of pesticides in the environment and integrated eco-technologies for their degradation. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2023; 466:116449. [PMID: 36924898 DOI: 10.1016/j.taap.2023.116449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Revised: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2023]
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Intensive and inefficient exploitation of pesticides through modernized agricultural practices has caused severe pesticide contamination problems to the environment and become a crucial problem over a few decades. Due to their highly toxic and persistent properties, they affect and get accumulated in non-target organisms, including microbes, algae, invertebrates, plants as well as humans, and cause severe issues. Considering pesticide problems as a significant issue, researchers have investigated several approaches to rectify the pesticide contamination problems. Several analyses have provided an extensive discussion on pesticide degradation but using specific technology for specific pesticides. However, in the middle of this time, cleaner techniques are essential for reducing pesticide contamination problems safely and environmentally friendly. As per the research findings, no single research finding provides concrete discussion on cleaner tactics for the remediation of contaminated sites. Therefore, in this review paper, we have critically discussed cleaner options for dealing with pesticide contamination problems as well as their advantages and disadvantages have also been reviewed. As evident from the literature, microbial remediation, phytoremediation, composting, and photocatalytic degradation methods are efficient and sustainable and can be used for treatment at a large scale in engineered systems and in situ. However, more study on the bio-integrated system is required which may be more effective than existing technologies.
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- Yogesh S Chaudhari
- Department of Microbiology, K. J. Somaiya College of Arts, Commerce, and Science, Kopargaon, Maharashtra 423601, India
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- Department of Environmental Science, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat 391760, India.
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- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat 382030, India
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Sciences, University 20 Août 1955, Skikda, Algeria
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- Department of Environmental Science, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226025, India
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- School of Environment and Sustainable Development, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat 382030, India
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- Department of Biosciences, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Mody University, Lakshmangarh, Sikar 332311, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel College Mandleshwar, Madhya Pradesh 451221, India
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- Department of Chemistry, SBS Government PG College, Pipariya, Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh 461775, India
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- Department of Earth Resources & Environmental Engineering, Hanyang University, 222-Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Biology Department, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 61413, Saudi Arabia; Department of Semi Pilot Plant, Nuclear Materials Authority, P.O. Bo x 530, El Maadi, Egypt
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Postal Code 61413, Box number 9044, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, Turabah University Collage, Taif University, Turabah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Taif University, Al-Haweiah, P. O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia
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- Geobiotec Research Centre, Department of Geoscience, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- Department of Zoology, Mohammad Hasan P. G. College, Shahganj road, Jaunpur 222001, India
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Madhyanchal Professional University, Ratibad, Bhopal 462044, India; Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, PSU Energy Systems Research Institute, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla 90110, Thailand.
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Tan S, Zhou G, Yang Q, Ge S, Liu J, Cheng YW, Yek PNY, Wan Mahari WA, Kong SH, Chang JS, Sonne C, Chong WWF, Lam SS. Utilization of current pyrolysis technology to convert biomass and manure waste into biochar for soil remediation: A review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 864:160990. [PMID: 36539095 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.160990] [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: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Traditional disposal of animal manures and lignocellulosic biomass is restricted by its inefficiency and sluggishness. To advance the carbon management and greenhouse gas mitigation, this review scrutinizes the effect of pyrolysis in promoting the sustainable biomass and manure disposal as well as stimulating the biochar industry development. This review has examined the advancement of pyrolysis of animal manure (AM) and lignocellulosic biomass (LB) in terms of efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operability. In particular, the applicability of pyrolysis biochar in enhancing the crops yields via soil remediation is highlighted. Through pyrolysis, the heavy metals of animal manures are fixated in the biochar, thereby both soil contamination via leaching and heavy metal uptake by crops are minimized. Pyrolysis biochar is potentially use in soil remediation for agronomic and environmental co-benefits. Fast pyrolysis assures high bio-oil yield and revenue with better return on investment whereas slow pyrolysis has low revenue despite its minimum investment cost because of relatively low selling price of biochar. For future commercialization, both continuous reactors and catalysis can be integrated to pyrolysis to ameliorate the efficiency and economic value of pyrolysis biochar.
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- Shimeng Tan
- Key Laboratory of National Forestry and Grassland Administration on Control of Artificial Forest Diseases and Pests in South China, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; College of Biological Science and Technology, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- Key Laboratory of National Forestry and Grassland Administration on Control of Artificial Forest Diseases and Pests in South China, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; College of Biological Science and Technology, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- Key Laboratory of National Forestry and Grassland Administration on Control of Artificial Forest Diseases and Pests in South China, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; College of Forestry, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- Jiangsu Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210037, China
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- Key Laboratory of National Forestry and Grassland Administration on Control of Artificial Forest Diseases and Pests in South China, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; College of Forestry, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Engineering and Computing, Manipal International University, 71800 Putra Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia; NUS Environmental Research Institute, National University of Singapore, 1 Create Way, Create Tower, #15-02, 138602 Singapore, Singapore; Energy and Environmental Sustainability Solutions for Megacities (E2S2), Campus for Research Excellence and Technological Enterprise (CREATE), 138602 Singapore, Singapore
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- Centre for Research of Innovation and Sustainable Development, University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
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- Higher Institution Centre of Excellence (HICoE), Institute of Tropical Aquaculture and Fisheries (AKUATROP), Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030 Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Centre on Technological Readiness and Innovation in Business Technopreneurship (CONTRIBUTE), University of Technology Sarawak, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, College of Engineering, Tunghai University, Taichung 407, Taiwan; Center for Nanotechnology, Tunghai University, Taichung 407, Taiwan; Department of Chemical Engineering, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan 701, Taiwan
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- Aarhus University, Department of Bioscience, Arctic Research Centre (ARC), Frederiksborgvej 399, PO Box 358, DK-4000 Roskilde, Denmark
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- Automotive Development Centre (ADC), Institute for Vehicle Systems and Engineering (IVeSE), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor Bahru 81310, Johor, Malaysia
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- Higher Institution Centre of Excellence (HICoE), Institute of Tropical Aquaculture and Fisheries (AKUATROP), Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030 Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia; Automotive Development Centre (ADC), Institute for Vehicle Systems and Engineering (IVeSE), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor Bahru 81310, Johor, Malaysia; University Centre for Research and Development, Department of Chemistry Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Mohali, Punjab, India.
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Shen SC, Khare E, Lee NA, Saad MK, Kaplan DL, Buehler MJ. Computational Design and Manufacturing of Sustainable Materials through First-Principles and Materiomics. Chem Rev 2023; 123:2242-2275. [PMID: 36603542 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.2c00479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Engineered materials are ubiquitous throughout society and are critical to the development of modern technology, yet many current material systems are inexorably tied to widespread deterioration of ecological processes. Next-generation material systems can address goals of environmental sustainability by providing alternatives to fossil fuel-based materials and by reducing destructive extraction processes, energy costs, and accumulation of solid waste. However, development of sustainable materials faces several key challenges including investigation, processing, and architecting of new feedstocks that are often relatively mechanically weak, complex, and difficult to characterize or standardize. In this review paper, we outline a framework for examining sustainability in material systems and discuss how recent developments in modeling, machine learning, and other computational tools can aid the discovery of novel sustainable materials. We consider these through the lens of materiomics, an approach that considers material systems holistically by incorporating perspectives of all relevant scales, beginning with first-principles approaches and extending through the macroscale to consider sustainable material design from the bottom-up. We follow with an examination of how computational methods are currently applied to select examples of sustainable material development, with particular emphasis on bioinspired and biobased materials, and conclude with perspectives on opportunities and open challenges.
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- Sabrina C Shen
- Laboratory for Atomistic and Molecular Mechanics (LAMM), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue 1-165, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States.,Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States
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- Laboratory for Atomistic and Molecular Mechanics (LAMM), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue 1-165, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States.,Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States
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- Laboratory for Atomistic and Molecular Mechanics (LAMM), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue 1-165, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States.,School of Architecture and Planning, Media Lab, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 75 Amherst Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tufts University, 4 Colby Street, Medford, Massachusetts 02155, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tufts University, 4 Colby Street, Medford, Massachusetts 02155, United States
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- Laboratory for Atomistic and Molecular Mechanics (LAMM), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue 1-165, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States.,Center for Computational Science and Engineering, Schwarzman College of Computing, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States
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Widyatmika MA, Bolia NB. Understanding citizens' perception of waste composting and segregation. JOURNAL OF MATERIAL CYCLES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT 2023; 25:1608-1621. [PMID: 37101763 PMCID: PMC9989579 DOI: 10.1007/s10163-023-01636-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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UNLABELLED The purpose of this study is to analyze citizen perceptions of composting and segregation in two case studies from Jakarta and Delhi. The framework incorporates primary and secondary data gathered via questionnaires, interviews, and data from the available literature. Binomial and multinomial logistic regression models are used to analyze residents' perceptions of composting and waste segregation. Therefore, four distinct models have been developed to investigate people's viewpoints to waste composting, segregation, and the incentives that can be offered to promote effective waste management. The most preferred incentives for segregation are the assurance that waste will not be blended following collection and the availability of nearby composting sites for composting. The primary sources of concern at the household and community levels of Jakarta are a lack of guarantees for proper waste management after collection and a lack of land for composting. It is necessary to improve waste management control and evaluation through training and reinforcing garbage collectors' commitment. The primary constraint is their exclusive focus on the absence of government amenities, indicating a limited understanding of municipal solid waste management at the individual and community stage. Additionally, based on the comparison of the two cases, decentralization should be acknowledged and strengthened. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10163-023-01636-5.
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- Made Adi Widyatmika
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD), New Delhi, Delhi, 110016 India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD), New Delhi, Delhi, 110016 India
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Composition, structure, and functional shifts of prokaryotic communities in response to co-composting of various nitrogenous green feedstocks. BMC Microbiol 2023; 23:50. [PMID: 36859170 PMCID: PMC9979578 DOI: 10.1186/s12866-023-02798-w] [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: 04/09/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Thermophilic composting is a promising method of sanitizing pathogens in manure and a source of agriculturally important thermostable enzymes and microorganisms from organic wastes. Despite the extensive studies on compost prokaryotes, shifts in microbial profiles under the influence of various green materials and composting days are still not well understood, considering the complexity of the green material sources. Here, the effect of regimens of green composting material on the diversity, abundance, and metabolic capacity of prokaryotic communities in a thermophilic compost environment was examined. METHODS Total community 16S rRNA was recovered from triplicate compost samples of Lantana-based, Tithonia-based, Grass-based, and mixed (Lantana + Tithonia + Grass)- based at 21, 42, 63, and 84 days of composting. The 16S rRNA was sequenced using the Illumina Miseq platform. Bioinformatics analysis was done using Divisive Amplicon Denoising Algorithm version 2 (DADA2) R version 4.1 and Phylogenetic Investigation of Communities by Reconstruction of Unobserved States version 2 (PICRUSt2) pipelines for community structure and metabolic profiles, respectively. In DADA2, prokaryotic classification was done using the Refseq-ribosomal database project (RDP) and SILVA version 138 databases. RESULTS Our results showed apparent differences in prokaryotic community structure for total diversity and abundance within the four compost regimens and composting days. The study showed that the most prevalent phyla during composting included Acidobacteriota, Actinobacteriota, Bacteroidota, Chloroflexi, and Proteobacteria. Additionally, there were differences in the overall diversity of metabolic pathways but no significant differences among the various compost treatments on major metabolic pathways like carbohydrate biosynthesis, carbohydrate degradation, and nitrogen biosynthesis. CONCLUSION Various sources of green material affect the succession of compost nutrients and prokaryotic communities. The similarity of amounts of nutrients, such as total Nitrogen, at the end of the composting process, despite differences in feedstock material, indicates a significant influence of composting days on the stability of nutrients during composting.
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Composting Processes for Agricultural Waste Management: A Comprehensive Review. Processes (Basel) 2023. [DOI: 10.3390/pr11030731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Composting is the most adaptable and fruitful method for managing biodegradable solid wastes; it is a crucial agricultural practice that contributes to recycling farm and agricultural wastes. Composting is profitable for various plant, animal, and synthetic wastes, from residential bins to large corporations. Composting and agricultural waste management (AWM) practices flourish in developing countries, especially Pakistan. Composting has advantages over other AWM practices, such as landfilling agricultural waste, which increases the potential for pollution of groundwater by leachate, while composting reduces water contamination. Furthermore, waste is burned, open-dumped on land surfaces, and disposed of into bodies of water, leading to environmental and global warming concerns. Among AWM practices, composting is an environment-friendly and cost-effective practice for agricultural waste disposal. This review investigates improved AWM via various conventional and emerging composting processes and stages: composting, underlying mechanisms, and factors that influence composting of discrete crop residue, municipal solid waste (MSW), and biomedical waste (BMW). Additionally, this review describes and compares conventional and emerging composting. In the conclusion, current trends and future composting possibilities are summarized and reviewed. Recent developments in composting for AWM are highlighted in this critical review; various recommendations are developed to aid its technological growth, recognize its advantages, and increase research interest in composting processes.
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Rishi, Aggarwal V. Experimental investigation of geopolymer concrete along with biomedical and bone China waste at different molarities of sodium hydroxide. MULTISCALE AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY MODELING, EXPERIMENTS AND DESIGN 2023. [PMCID: PMC9974050 DOI: 10.1007/s41939-023-00147-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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In this study, geopolymer concrete (GPC) is prepared using fly ash as source material along with alkaline activators (sodium hydroxide + sodium silicate) for sustainable development. There are three different sodium hydroxide molarities: 8, 12, and 16 utilised. Incinerated biomedical waste ash (BMW) and bone China waste (BCW) are substituted for the fine aggregates in GPC at varying ratios of 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50%. The utilisation of wastes in place of fine aggregates in GPC are helpful in solving the dumping problem of wastes, saving energy, and natural resources (sand quarries). The results showed that, relative to the control mix, the density, workability, and strength increased up to 60% replacement of sand by 30% BMW and 30% BCW and beyond this, the strength and other properties decreased. In contrast to the combination of 50% BMW and 0% BCW, the mix with 50% BCW and 0% BMW demonstrated great strength. In terms of molarity, the mixes with 16 M sodium hydroxide concentration showed higher workability, density, strength and lower air content as compared to the mixes with 8 M and 12 M sodium hydroxide concentration.
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- Department of Civil Engineering, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala, Haryana 133207 India
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- Department of Civil Engineering, MMDU, Mullana, Ambala, Haryana 133207 India
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Araujo ASF, Jia X, Miranda ARL, Pereira APDA, Melo VMM, Rocha SMB, Costa RM, Saraiva TCDS, Mendes LW, Salles JF. Changes in the bacterial rare biosphere after permanent application of composted tannery sludge in a tropical soil. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 313:137487. [PMID: 36521745 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.137487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Revised: 11/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Composted tannery sludge (CTS) promotes shifts in soil chemical properties, affecting microbial communities. Although the effect of CTS application on the bacterial community has been studied, it is unclear whether this impact discriminates between the dominant and rare species. This present study investigated how the dominant and rare bacterial communities respond over time to different concentrations of CTS application (0, 2.5, 5, 10, and 20 tons/ha) for 180 days. The richness of operational taxonomic units (OTU) was 30-fold higher in the rare than in the dominant biosphere. While some phyla shifted their relative abundance differently in the dominant and rare biosphere, some genera increased their relative abundance under higher CTS concentrations, such as Nocardioides (∼100%), Rubrobacter (∼300%), and Nordella (∼400%). Undominated processes largely governed the dominant biosphere (76.97%), followed by homogeneous (12.51%) and variable (8.03%) selection, and to a lesser extent, the dispersal limitation (2.48%). The rare biosphere was driven by the CTS application as evidenced by the exclusively homogeneous selection (100%). This study showed that the rare biosphere was more sensitive to changes in soil chemical parameters due to CTS application, which evidences the importance explore this portion of the bacterial community for its biotechnological use in contaminated soils.
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- Microbial Ecology Cluster, Genomics Research in Ecology and Evolution in Nature (GREEN), Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (GELIFES), University of Groningen, Groningen 9747AG, the Netherlands
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- Centro de Energia Nuclear na Agricultura, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Piracicaba, SP Brazil
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- Microbial Ecology Cluster, Genomics Research in Ecology and Evolution in Nature (GREEN), Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (GELIFES), University of Groningen, Groningen 9747AG, the Netherlands
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Kumar MS. Utilizing bio-waste as the reinforcement particles for the production of sustainable composite brakes and the investigation of its tribological and corrosive performance. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:6935-6949. [PMID: 36008584 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-22397-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The goat population has been growing faster than the overall human population over the past couple of decades, particularly in African countries and Southeast Asia. As a result, there has been a sharp rise in bio-waste. So, this holistic research aims to convert the goat dung into a sustainable composite material with enhanced morphological, tribological, and corrosive properties. Al8011 alloy serves as the matrix material for the synthesized hybrid composites, and goat dung ash (GDA) and silicon nitride (Si3N4) serve as the reinforcing particles in varying ratios ranging from 0 to 10%. Microstructural analysis was performed to estimate the grain size distribution using ImageJ software. The inclusion of GDA particles along with the Si3N4 particles decreases the grain size from 18 to 9 µm. Similarly, 56.26% reduction of wear rate was evident due to the lubricating nature of the GDA particles. The plowing, delamination, and wear debris were examined in the worn-out surface of the wear specimens. Corrosion behavior was analyzed using the weight-loss gravimetric technique. The included GDA particles created a stable oxide layer that resists corrosion and it was proved by the microscopic analysis on the corroded surface. In the break shoe performance analysis, the fabricated Al8011(Si3N4 + GDA) composite brake lining material shows 23% more wear resistance when compared with the existing (Al6061-10% SiC) brake lining material. This minimal wear in the brake shoe not only assures their sustainability, but also tends to minimize wear-related emissions and economic losses.
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- M Saravana Kumar
- Department of Production Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Policastro G, Cesaro A. Composting of Organic Solid Waste of Municipal Origin: The Role of Research in Enhancing Its Sustainability. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 20:312. [PMID: 36612633 PMCID: PMC9819849 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2022] [Revised: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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The organic solid waste of municipal origin stands as one of the residual streams of greatest concern: the great amounts continuously produced over time as well as its biochemical and physical characteristics require its proper handling via biological processes, pursuing the recovery of material and/or the generation of energy. At the European level, most of the industrial plants treating the organic fraction of municipal solid waste (OFMSW) rely on composting, which is a well-established and reliable process that is easy to operate in different socio-economic contexts. Nevertheless, when regarded in a life cycle perspective as well as in the view of the principles of circular economy underlying waste management, several issues (e.g., the presence of toxic substances in compost) can be recognized as technical challenges, requiring further studies to identify possible sustainable solutions. This work aims at discussing these challenges and figuring out the state of the art of composting in a circular perspective. Firstly, the main mentioned issues affecting compost quality and process sustainability are briefly reviewed. Next, to promote the effective use of composting in light of the circular economy principles, research experiences are critically presented to highlight the current technical challenges concerning the environmental and health impact reduction and possible scientific perspectives to overcome issues affecting the compost quality. Based on the critical analysis of reviewed studies, it emerged that further research should be aimed at unveiling the hazard potential of emerging contaminants as well as to address the understanding of the mechanisms underlying their potential removal during composting. Moreover, the adoption of a multidisciplinary perspective in the design of research studies may play a key role towards the definition of cost-effective and environmentally friendly strategies to overcome the technical issues affecting the process.
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- Grazia Policastro
- Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering, University of Naples Federico II, 80125 Naples, Italy
- Telematic University Pegaso, 80132 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering, University of Naples Federico II, 80125 Naples, Italy
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Pollution, Ecological, and Health Risk Assessments of Heavy Metal Remediated Soils by Compost Fortified with Natural Coagulants. CHEMISTRY AFRICA 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s42250-022-00564-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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