reviewEnvironmental Science and Pollution ResearchAug 7, 2024HYBRID OA

Comprehensive review of industrial wastewater treatment techniques

The University of Tokyo

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Abstract

Water is an indispensable resource for human activity and the environment. Industrial activities generate vast quantities of wastewater that may be heavily polluted or contain toxic contaminants, posing environmental and public health challenges. Different industries generate wastewater with widely varying characteristics, such as the quantity generated, concentration, and pollutant type. It is essential to understand these characteristics to select available treatment techniques for implementation in wastewater treatment facilities to promote sustainable water usage. This review article provides an overview of wastewaters generated by various industries and commonly applied treatment techniques. The…

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Keywords
  • Wastewater
  • Sewage treatment
  • Environmental science
  • Pollutant
  • Industrial wastewater treatment
  • Waste management
  • Human health
  • Biochemical engineering
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Clean water and sanitation
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