Tag: Algal Blooms
Introduction Ohio stands as a critical junction in the United States water infrastructure landscape, managing two distinct and vital watersheds: the Lake Erie basin to the north and the Ohio River basin to the south. With a highly industrialized history and significant urban density, Ohio’s wastewater infrastructure is extensive, comprising over 2,000 publicly owned treatment […]
BNR Wastewater Treatment Plant: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction As the global population continues to rise, the management of wastewater has become increasingly critical. Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) are frontline defenses in protecting water quality and public health. Among these facilities, the BNR (Biological Nutrient Removal) wastewater treatment plant stands out for its innovative methods of […]
Unlocking the Aquatic Dilemma: Ultrasonic Irradiation and Its Role in Combatting Eutrophication Eutrophication is a term that captures a significant and growing global environmental challenge, particularly in aquatic ecosystems. It refers to the excessive enrichment of water bodies with nutrients, primarily nitrogen and phosphorus, leading to an array of ecological disturbances, including algal blooms, […]
Phosphorus Removal Methods: Ensuring Sustainable Wastewater Treatment Introduction Phosphorus is a critical element for all living organisms as it is a major component of DNA, RNA, ATP, and cell membranes. However, excessive phosphorus discharge into aquatic ecosystems can lead to eutrophication, causing algal blooms, depletion of oxygen, and adverse effects on aquatic life. […]
Domestic Waste Water Treatment: Safeguarding Public Health and the Environment Introduction Clean water is fundamental to human existence, yet our daily activities produce enormous quantities of domestic wastewater that must be treated to prevent environmental contamination and public health issues. Domestic wastewater, often referred to as sewage, originates from residential activities including bathing, […]
The Bowery Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant, located in Queens, New York, is one of the largest and most important Wastewater Treatment plants in the city. With a capacity to process up to 150 million gallons of wastewater per day, the plant plays a crucial role in protecting the environment and public health by ensuring that […]
As we flush our toilets and run our sinks daily, wastewater gurgles into an unseen underworld of aging pipes, pumps, and treatment plants. This intricate infrastructure forms the backbone of our nation’s sanitation, collecting sewage from homes and buildings to process over 34 billion gallons daily. Yet cracking pipes, overflowing sewers, and outdated plants plague […]
Excess phosphate in water bodies can lead to eutrophication, causing algal blooms that reduce oxygen levels and threaten aquatic ecosystems. Removing phosphate from wastewater, agricultural runoff, and other point sources before they enter natural water systems is an essential strategy for preventing eutrophication. Biochar, a porous carbonaceous material produced by pyrolyzing biomass under oxygen-limited conditions, […]