Biodegradation Technology for the Removal of Micropollutants: A Critical Review

Particles with a diameter of <5mm are referred to as micropollutants. They come from a variety of sources, including textiles, cosmetics, packaging, and a variety of industrial methods. Wastes from the use of clothes, personal care, and pharmaceutical items are harming the environment, yet their increased quality of life is linked to their use. Remediation approaches have been documented for the removal of environmental micropollutants, such as nanoremediation, photocatalysis, bioremediation, and so no chemical catalysis. Some of these methods need the use of large quantities of harmful substances and significant levels of energy. The biodegradation of a wide range of contaminants, including organic, inorganic, and other pollutants, has been recorded by many microorganisms. For pollution cleanup, microbial engineering has opened the door to developing more efficient bacteria. In this chapter, you will learn about numerous methods for removing micropollutants from the environment. The advantages, disadvantages, applications, and future prospects of recent advancements in bioremediation technology have also been fully examined in various biotechnological methodologies.