Application of Sludge-Based Activated Carbons for the Effective Adsorption of Neonicotinoid Pesticides

The amount of sludge produced in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) has increased over the years, and the methods used to reduce this waste, such as incineration, agricultural use, or disposal in landfills, cause problems of secondary pollution. For this reason, it is necessary to find sustainable...

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Main Authors: Eva Sanz-Santos, Silvia Álvarez-Torrellas, Lucía Ceballos, Marcos Larriba, V. Ismael Águeda, Juan García
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/7/3087