NEOBART
Aeration Technology

Energetic optimization of aeration systems in new wastewater treatment processes (addition of activated carbon to the aeration tank/MBBR process) to reduce greenhouse gases

About NEOBART

The aim of the research project is to determine characteristic values for an energy-optimized design of aeration systems in new wastewater treatment processes. These processes include the Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) and the addition of powdered activated carbon to the aeration tank. In addition to continuous measurements of oxygen transfer, the climate-relevant gases carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrous oxide (N2O) will also be detected.

The investigations will be carried out in an experimental pilot plant in a container. The pilot plant includes a biological treatment stage, by means of which the oxygen transfer can be examined in the new wastewater treatment processes. The growth media (MBBR) and powdered activated carbon are added to the biological reactor.

Project Management

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Wagner
Jana Trippel, M.Sc.

Duration

2021 – 2022