This study investigated the potential of using biochar and Moringa oleifera seed proteins for sustainable greywater treatment in rural Kenya. Greywater samples from washing clothes were collected from households in the Kenyan counties of Kwale and Siaya. Two treatment methods, batch stirring and filtration, were used to assess the effectiveness of using biochar and Moringa oleifera seed protein extract together to treat greywater at a household level. Both methods achieved a significant reduction in contaminants: colour was reduced by up to 43% in Kwale and 67% in Siaya, turbidity decreased by 91–98%, and surfactant levels were lowered by 89–93%. There were increases in total organic carbon and total dissolved solids post-treatment, but both methods effectively reduced levels of phosphates, nitrates and iron. This research highlights the potential of using locally available materials for greywater treatment and provides insights into sustainable water management nature-based solutions in the Global South.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2024.130935Skor altmetrik:
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Tahun publikasi
2024
Penulis
Ndinda, C.; Njenga, M.; Kozyatnyk, I.
Bahasa
English
Kata kunci
biochar, wastewater, organic carbon, water management, developing countries
Geografis
Kenya
