Wastewater Treatment with Biochar: From Fundamental Research to Technical Developments and Applications explores the transformative role of biochar as an innovative solution in wastewater treatment systems. With rising global concerns about water pollution and the impact of climate change, this text examines biochar's potential to serve as a powerful adsorbent material that supports cleaner water practices and contributes to achieving carbon neutrality. By bridging core scientific principles with practical applications, the book provides a comprehensive examination of how biochar can address environmental challenges while driving sustainable advancements in water management technologies.
Beyond its focus on biochar's efficiency in wastewater treatment, the book delves into cutting-edge research methodologies and technical developments shaping the future of this field. It considers the scalability of biochar applications, challenges in implementation, and the economic feasibility of integrating biochar into existing systems.
- Provides an extensive literature survey on biochar composites, its properties, and applications related to waste management
- Offers a comprehensive overview with critical analysis of biochar production, its modification, and application for water treatment along with its regeneration and after-use fate based on resource recovery and the circular economy
- Gives insights about challenges, research direction, outlook, and further perspectives on biochar-based adsorbents
