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Biotechnology Mega Trends in the Water and Wastewater Industry
Sustainability and Versatility of Modern Biotechnology Creates Minimal Waste and Emissions
12-Mar-2015
Global
Market Research
9AAF-00-19-00-00
EN00866-GL-MR_17285
Biotechnology has immense scope for application in the water and wastewater industry. This report analyses the role of efficiently employed white biotechnology in water and wastewater treatment (for potable, domestic, and discharge purposes) in municipalities, industries, and residential sectors. It also discusses possible biotechnological improvements to key Mega Trends influencing the industry. Global biotechnology hubs that employ white biotechnology for water and wastewater treatment, and major companies operating in this market have been highlighted in this report. Furthermore, several successful case studies on efficient implementation of biotechnology in water and wastewater treatment have been discussed in detail.
Executive Summary—Key Highlights
Scope and Segmentation
Background of Biotechnology
Definition and Roadmap
Contributing Scientific Sectors
Biotechnological Tools and Applications
Branches of Biotechnology
White Biotechnology—Outline of Water and Wastewater Treatment Process
Key Pain Points from Wastewater Treatment
Key Pain Points from Wastewater Treatment (continued)
Key Statistics—Population Connected to Wastewater Collection
Key Mega Trends—Biotechnology for Water and Wastewater Treatment
Global Biotechnology Hubs
Companies Operating in the Current Market
Companies Operating in the Current Market (continued)
Companies Operating in the Current Market (continued)
Companies Operating in the Current Market (continued)
Case Studies—Biotechnology for Wastewater Treatment and Sludge Disposal and Treatment
Case Studies—Biotechnology for Wastewater Treatment and Sludge Disposal and Treatment (continued)
Case Studies—Biotechnology for Wastewater Treatment and Sludge Disposal and Treatment (continued)
Case Studies—Biotechnology for Wastewater Treatment and Sludge Disposal and Treatment (continued)
Case Studies—Bioremediation of Arsenic (III) from Water Using Baker’s Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
Future of Biotechnology in the Water and Wastewater Industry
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