Circular Economy Approaches in Wastewater Management and Treatment
General Information
Title
Circular Economy Approaches in Wastewater Management and Treatment
Sending Institution
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) in Lebanon
Host Institution
University of Oulu (UOulu) in Finland
Advisor(s)
Dr. Mika Huuhtanen and Dr. Satu Ojala from OULU
Dr. Walid Harb and Dr. Roger Matta from USEK
Start Date
May 27, 2024
Application Deadline
May 10, 2024
Keywords
Circular Economy, sustainability, Wastewater treatment
Profile & Skills Required
BE in Chemical Engineering
Promoting Research Work
All relevant results will be published in international journals and presented at national and international conferences. In addition, if these materials perform well, the patentability of any new results will be considered before any public disclosure.
Training Details
Description
The transition towards a sustainable future requires innovative approaches to resource management. Our project proposes to integrate circular economy principles into wastewater management to treat and recycle water, reclaim resources, reduce environmental impact, and foster economic benefits.
Methodology
Phase 1: Research and identify potential byproducts for recovery, such as phosphorus and nitrogen.
Phase 2: Pilot a small-scale system to test the feasibility of new treatment technologies, including biofilters and membrane bioreactors.
Phase 3: Conduct a lifecycle assessment to analyze the environmental impacts and perform a cost-benefit analysis of the proposed system.
Objectives
- Develop and optimize processes for extracting valuable byproducts from wastewater
- Evaluate the environmental and economic impacts of circular wastewater treatment methods
References
[1] Kalogo, Y., Monteith, H., & Liao, B. (2017). Sustainable wastewater management through the application of a circular economy model: A case study in Ontario, Canada. Water Science and Technology, 76(7), 1717-1726.
[2] Masi, F., Rizzo, A., & Regelsberger, M. (2018). The role of constructed wetlands in a new circular economy, resource-oriented, and ecosystem services paradigm. Journal of Environmental Management, 216, 275-284.
Modality of the application
1. Create a student account. Click here.
2. Download the Guide for applicants, application Form N°1, and application Form N°2.
3. Prepare, sign, and submit your full application online no later than May 10, 2024.
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Any omission or non-compliance with the instructions requested will result in the Applicant's ineligibility. Any application that does not comply with the instructions will be rejected.