Bioremediation and Phytoremediation: Technologies for Toxic Pollution

Environmental contaminants affect human health and wildlife. Plant-based bioremediation is a cost-effective, non-intrusive, and natural alternative to chemical contamination. This book provides an overview of emerging issues related to bioremediation and phytoremediation, including alternative technologies for removing pollutants, restoring contaminated sites, and preventing further pollution.

Format: Hardback
Length: 378 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2024
Publisher: Apple Academic Press Inc.

Environmental contaminants have a profound impact on human health and wildlife. In response, plant-based bioremediation emerges as a cost-effective, non-intrusive, and natural alternative to chemical contamination. By harnessing the power of plants and their associated soil microbes, bioremediation aims to reduce the presence of contaminants and mitigate their adverse effects on the environment. This comprehensive new volume offers an insightful overview of the emerging issues related to bioremediation and phytoremediation.

The author delves into the fundamental concepts and principles that drive environmental awareness, leading to the implementation of regulatory measures to rectify past mistakes and safeguard the environment from future contamination and exploitation. The book then explores alternative technologies for the effective removal of pollutants from the environment, the restoration of contaminated sites, and the prevention of further pollution through bioremediation.

A wide range of bioremediation and phytoremediation technologies and methods are covered in detail, including biochar for remediation, cyanobacteria, biosensors, and bioindicators, rhizoremediation, and plant tissue culture studies. Each chapter provides a comprehensive exploration of these technologies, their applications, and their potential for environmental remediation.

By presenting a comprehensive and up-to-date account of bioremediation and phytoremediation, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, students, policymakers, and practitioners in the field. It offers a deeper understanding of the mechanisms underlying these processes, as well as practical insights into their implementation and effectiveness. As we continue to face the challenges of environmental contamination, plant-based bioremediation emerges as a promising solution. By leveraging the natural capabilities of plants and their associated microbes, we can achieve cost-effective, sustainable, and environmentally friendly solutions to restore and protect our ecosystems.

Weight: 907g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781774913840