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    Overview of Sludge in Waste Treatment Plant
    ( 2023-01-01)
    Kobe J.
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    Shafiq M.D.
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    Alkarimiah R.
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    Yaser A.Z.
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    Mohd Zaini Makhtar M.
    The treatment of wastewater in sewage treatment plants results in the generation of sewage sludge, which is a muddy residue that can exist in solid, semi-solid, or liquid form. Sewage sludge comprises a complex mixture of proteins, carbohydrates, detergents, phenols, and lipids, as well as harmful and dangerous organic and inorganic contaminants. The production of sewage is a result of the combination of domestic and industrial wastes, which typically contains over 99% water. The production of sewage is a result of contributions from various sources, including residential, institutional, commercial, and industrial facilities. This book chapter provides an overview of sludge in waste treatment plants, focusing on the terminology of wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs), the typical processes used in wastewater treatment, the constituents of sludge, rules and regulations governing WWTPs, and current methodologies employed for handling sewage sludge. The chapter provides insight into the complexities of managing sewage sludge, which is a crucial aspect of wastewater treatment, as it poses environmental and health hazards. The chapter highlights the importance of effective management of sewage sludge, emphasizing the need for sustainable approaches that ensure safe disposal and minimize environmental impact.
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    Microbial Fuel Cell Technology as Advanced Sewage Sludge Treatment
    ( 2023-01-01)
    Mohd Sabri M.N.I.
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    Mohd Abdul Rasik N.A.
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    Pusphanathan K.
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    Mohd Zaini Makhtar M.
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    The microbial fuel cell (MFC) has emerged as an innovative and sustainable renewable energy technology, offering a potential alternative to address the global energy crisis. Operating through electrochemical processes, MFCs harness the power of electrogenic bacteria (EB) as biocatalysts to generate electricity. This chapter highlights the untapped potential of sewage sludge, derived from wastewater treatment, as a valuable fuel source within the MFC system. Extensive research has demonstrated the abundance of organic components present in sewage sludge, making it highly amenable to degradation through microbiological pathways within the MFC. Despite the lack of large-scale commercial utilization of MFC technology in wastewater treatment plants, the significant progress and promising findings indicate its effectiveness in addressing the challenges associated with sewage sludge management. The MFC system not only facilitates the simultaneous generation of energy but also contributes to bioremediation efforts. The redox potential inherent in MFCs enables this dual functionality, effectively integrating energy production with the treatment of sewage sludge. This chapter sheds light on the potential of MFC technology as an advanced approach for sewage sludge treatment. By harnessing the capabilities of electrogenic bacteria and capitalizing on the rich organic composition of sewage sludge, MFCs offer a sustainable solution that can simultaneously address energy needs and promote efficient waste management in wastewater treatment plants. The abundant and promising data accumulated thus far underscore the viability and potential of MFCs in mitigating the challenges associated with sewage sludge waste.
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