Prospects, recent advancements and challenges of different wastewater streams for microalgal cultivation

Aug 14, 2017Journal of environmental management

Opportunities, recent progress, and challenges of using various wastewater types to grow microalgae

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Abstract

Using wastewater for microalgal cultivation may provide a cost-effective strategy for large-scale biomass production.

  • Microalgae can produce valuable products including biofuels and animal feed.
  • Large-scale cultivation of microalgae requires significant amounts of water and nutrients.
  • Utilizing wastewater can help remove nutrients and metals, promoting sustainable wastewater treatment.
  • Various wastewater streams present both opportunities and challenges for microalgal cultivation.
  • Challenges include nutrient deficiency, substrate inhibition, and toxicity during cultivation.

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