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Simultaneous dissolved methane and nitrogen removal (2020–2023)

Abstract:
Direct anaerobic treatment of wastewater converts majority of organic matters in wastewater to methane, an energy source. However, up to 50% of the methane produced stays dissolved in wastewater. Its subsequent stripping to atmosphere in aerobic treatment not only causes significant loss of energy but also emission of a potent greenhouse gas. This project aims to develop a technology that not only avoids methane stripping but also enables its beneficial use to enhance nitrogen removal, which is otherwise typically unsatisfactory due to the lack of organic carbon to support denitrification. The project will provide strong support to the Australian water industry in their endeavour to achieve energy- and carbon-neutral wastewater services.
Grant type:
ARC Linkage Projects
Researchers:

  • Professor Jianhua Guo

    Professor and UQ Amplify Fellow
    Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

  • Associate Professor Shihu Hu

    UQ Amplify Researcher
    Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

  • Honorary Professor Zhiguo Yuan

    Honorary Professor
    Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Funded by:
Australian Research Council