Chapter
Phytoremediation Eco-models Using Indigenous Macrophytes and Phytomaterials
Abstract
Identifying the sources of pollution and reducing the levels of contamination to improve water quality is a key priority to ensure long term water security for states and nations. However, advanced water treatment technologies are still economically burdening for many developing countries, including Africa, putting human health at risk. Implementation of Nature-based Solutions (NbS), as cost effective alternative for water treatment is becoming …
Authors
Yongabi K; Nagabhatla N; Rios PCS
Book title
Multifunctional Wetlands
Series
Environmental Contamination Remediation and Management
Pagination
pp. 253-273
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
2018
DOI
10.1007/978-3-319-67416-2_9