The potential of coupling wastewater treatment with hydrocarbon production using Botryococcus braunii

Victor Okorie Mkpuma; Tasneema Ishika; Navid Reza Moheimani; Houda Ennaceri

doi:10.1016/j.algal.2023.103214

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The potential of coupling wastewater treatment with hydrocarbon production using Botryococcus braunii

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The potential of coupling wastewater treatment with hydrocarbon production using Botryococcus braunii

Victor Okorie Mkpuma, Tasneema Ishika, Navid Reza Moheimani and Houda Ennaceri

Algal research (Amsterdam), Vol.74, 103214

2023

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.algal.2023.103214

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Abstract

The growing world population and industrialization necessitate shifting away from depleting and eco-toxic fossil fuels. Microalgae, specifically B. braunii, offer a viable alternative due to their unique ability to produce high levels of long-chain hydrocarbons and lipids for biodiesel production. This review focuses on the potential of using wastewater as a cost-effective culture medium for B. braunii cultivation, leading to biofuel production and wastewater reclamation. Different wastewater (agricultural, municipal, and industrial) and their suitability for supporting B. braunii growth were discussed. Some physicochemical parameters that influence the growth of B. braunii in wastewater were highlighted. The challenges of cultivating B. braunii in wastewater were identified, and potential solutions were proposed. Utilizing abundantly available, costless wastewater for B. braunii cultivation is a roadmap toward achieving cost-efficient and environmentally friendly biofuel production and other valuable products. This approach could address the global energy crisis, combat climate change, and provide fresh water to meet rising demands. [Display Omitted]

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Title: The potential of coupling wastewater treatment with hydrocarbon production using Botryococcus braunii
Authors/Creators: Victor Okorie Mkpuma
Tasneema Ishika
Navid Reza Moheimani - Murdoch University, Centre for Water, Energy and Waste
Houda Ennaceri
Publication Details: Algal research (Amsterdam), Vol.74, 103214
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Identifiers: 991005599167807891
Copyright: © 2023 The Author(s).
Murdoch Affiliation: Centre for Water, Energy and Waste
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

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Citation topics: 3 Agriculture, Environment & Ecology; 3.171 Photoproductivity; 3.171.477 Microalgae Biotechnology
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