High-rate algal ponds in wastewater treatment: a critical look at recent developments

Environmental Science Water Research & Technology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Styliani Biliani, Ioannis D. Manariotis
DOI: 10.1039/d6ew00116e
Cited by: 3
References: 155

Abstract

This review critically examines recent advances in high-rate algal ponds for wastewater treatment, highlighting performance improvements, operational challenges, and opportunities for scale-up and resource recovery.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Algal biology and biofuel production Membrane Separation Technologies Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
Environmental Science Water Research & Technology
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
12
Issue
5
Pages
1359–1373
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN