An overview of bioelectrokinetic and bioelectrochemical remediation of petroleum-contaminated soils

Jun Lan, Fang Wen, Yongxiang Ren, Guangli Liu, Yi Jiang, Zimeng Wang, Xiuping Zhu

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Abstract

The global problem of petroleum contamination in soils seriously threatens environmental safety and human health. Current studies have successfully demonstrated the feasibility of bioelectrokinetic and bioelectrochemical remediation of petroleum-contaminated soils due to their easy implementation, environmental benignity, and enhanced removal efficiency compared to bioremediation. This paper reviewed recent progress and development associated with bioelectrokinetic and bioelectrochemical remediation of petroleum-contaminated soils. The working principles, removal efficiencies, affecting factors, and constraints of the two technologies were thoroughly summarized and discussed. The potentials, challenges, and future perspectives were also deliberated to shed light on how to overcome the barriers and realize widespread implementation on large scales of these two technologies.

Original languageEnglish
Article number100278
JournalEnvironmental Science and Ecotechnology
Volume16
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2023

Keywords

  • Bioelectrochemical remediation
  • Bioelectrokinetic remediation
  • Microbial fuel cell
  • Petroleum hydrocarbons and derivatives
  • Soil contamination

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Science (miscellaneous)

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