Enhancing microalgal photosynthesis and productivity in wastewater treatment high rate algal ponds for biofuel production.
Bioresour Technol
; 184: 222-229, 2015 May.
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ABSTRACT
With microalgal biofuels currently receiving much attention, there has been renewed interest in the combined use of high rate algal ponds (HRAP) for wastewater treatment and biofuel production. This combined use of HRAPs is considered to be an economically feasible option for biofuel production, however, increased microalgal productivity and nutrient removal together with reduced capital costs are needed before it can be commercially viable. Despite HRAPs being an established technology, microalgal photosynthesis and productivity is still limited in these ponds and is well below the theoretical maximum. This paper critically evaluates the parameters that limit microalgal light absorption and photosynthesis in wastewater HRAPs and examines biological, chemical and physical options for improving light absorption and utilisation, with the view of enhancing biomass production and nutrient removal.
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Fotossíntese
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Lagoas
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Purificação da Água
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Biocombustíveis
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Microalgas
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2015
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