The global use of petroleum hydrocarbons for energy and raw materials in various
applications has increased with extensive release of a wide variety of contaminants into the …

Oil spills result in negative impacts on the environment, economy and society. Due to tidal
and waves actions, the oil spillage affects the shorelines by adhering to the soil, making it …

Rhizoremediation is increasingly becoming a green and sustainable alternative to physico-
chemical methods for remediation of contaminated environments through the utilization of …

There is increasing demand for low-carbon remediation strategies for reducing greenhouse
gas emissions and promoting sustainable development in the management of …

Contamination of the total environment (air, soil, water and biota) by crude oil has become a
paramount interest in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Studies have revealed variable …

Contaminated soil and water pose a serious threat to human health and ecosystem. For the
treatment of industrial effluents or minimizing their detrimental effects, preventive and …

Arsenic contamination is turning out to be a major problem these days with its area coverage
and the number of people affected directly or indirectly. Now, the level of the contaminant …

Remediation of persistent organic pollutants in soil especially total petroleum hydrocarbon
(TPH) is of global concern due to its toxicity and health implications. Soil flushing has been …

The effects of heavy metals on soil microbial processes were investigated over a period of
six weeks. Analytical grade (Sigma) sulphate salts of copper, zinc and nickel were added …

Lubricant and diesel oil-polluted sites are difficult to remediate because they have less
volatile and biodegradable characteristics. The goal of this research was to evaluate the …