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About Bioremediation

Traditional methods of remediation, such as chemical and physical approaches (dig & dump and pump & treat), are commonly used but come with significant drawbacks. These approaches often carry hefty costs, risks of environmental disruption, and potential hazards to public health and safety.

Chemical treatments frequently involve the use of potent substances that can break down contaminants but can scar local ecosystems. Dig & Dump is both labour and energy intensive, yet all it does is shift the problem. Pump and treat methods involve extracting contaminated groundwater for treatment above ground, which can be disruptive to the site time-consuming and require costly reagents or processes to destroy the contaminants, yet groundwater can still be susceptible to rebound as sources continue to dissolve post treatment.

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Key scientific capabilities

MicroDiagnostics
to understand what’s happening, what’s possible and potential obstacles.

Microcosm Bench-testing to compare options & optimise your Remediation Action Plan.

Bioremediation cultures development and supply

Amendments to enhance & accelerate remediation.

Progress monitoring

to optimise progress & provide assurance

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Bioremediation of Common Contaminants

Chlorinated Solvents Contaminated Groundwater

Petroleum Hydrocarbon Contaminated Soil

Petroleum Hydrocarbon Contaminated Groundwater

Heavy metal Contaminated Soil & Groundwater

NHx and NOx contaminated Soil and water

Why Bioremediation Stands Out:

In contrast, bioremediation offers a sustainable and efficient alternative for addressing soil and groundwater contamination. Here’s why it's often the preferred choice:

Natural and Environmentally Friendly: Bioremediation relies on natural biological processes, using microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, archaea and plants to break down contaminants into harmless byproducts. This approach minimizes disruption to the ecosystem and supports ecosystem restoration.
Cost-Effectiveness: Bioremediation typically requires less equipment and labour compared to traditional methods like excavation and chemical treatments. It eliminates the need for expensive disposal of large quantities of contaminated soil or water and reduces overall project costs.
Long-Term Effectiveness: Unlike some chemical treatments that may require repeated applications, bioremediation can continue to degrade contaminants over time as long as favourable conditions are maintained. This can lead to more sustainable and lasting results that continue to remediate remaining contaminate source zones, minimising the potential for re-bound.
Versatility: Bioremediation can be applied to a wide range of contaminants, including petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated solvents, nitrogen compounds, pesticides and heavy metals. It can be tailored to specific site conditions and contamination types, making it adaptable to various environmental remediation scenarios.

Enhanced Bioremediation:

There are several approaches to enhance natural bioremediation, each suited to different types of contaminants and environmental conditions:

Bioaugmentation: Introducing specially selected microbial cultures that are highly effective in degrading contaminants specific to a site. This method is beneficial in cases where natural microbial populations are insufficient or ineffective.
Biostimulation: Providing nutrients, oxygen, or other amendments to enhance the activity of naturally occurring microbes already present at the site. This method promotes indigenous microbial populations to efficiently break down contaminants.
Phytoremediation: Using plants to absorb, degrade, or immobilize contaminants in soil or water. Plants facilitate remediation through processes such as phytoextraction (uptake of contaminants into plant tissues), rhizodegradation (microbial degradation in the root zone), and phytostabilization (reducing mobility of contaminants

Choosing Bioremediation with Confidence:

At Micronovo Technologies, we specialise in bioremediation solutions tailored to your specific environmental challenges. Our approach combines scientific expertise with practical experience to deliver effective and sustainable results. Whether you’re dealing with hydrocarbon spills, industrial waste sites, or agricultural contamination, bioremediation offers a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solution.

Contact us today to learn how bioremediation can benefit your business and contribute to a cleaner, healthier environment.