Waste to Wealth

This book explores cutting-edge biotechnological innovations transforming waste into valuable resources. It delves into microbial solutions, bioenergy production, industrial effluent treatment, plastic biodegradation, and bioelectrochemical advancements for sustainable waste management.

Dr. Sunny Dhiman, is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, India. He has been actively engaged in research, education, and scientific writing within his field for over 13 years. With extensive experience exceeding a decade in academic teaching and research, Dr. Dhiman has contributed significantly to various reputed international journals such as Food Production, Processing and Nutrition, International Microbiology, Journal of Food Process Engineering, Biologia, Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research, Mycology and Research Journal of Biotechnology, among others. His research pursuits encompass a diverse array of interests, including Microbial Fermentation, Waste Management, Bioremediation, and Waste Valorization. With a publication record comprising over 40 peer-reviewed articles including 16 book chapters, and two patents. Currently, Dr. Dhiman focuses on investigating microbial metabolic capabilities for waste valorization, Functional Food Development, purification, and optimization studies of microbial enzymes and pigments. Beyond his research endeavors, Dr. Dhiman actively participates as a guest editor and reviewer for several international journals. He has guided several graduate and post graduate dissertation projects and is currently guiding two doctorate students. He is a member of numerous scientific/professional societies including the Microbiologists Society of India, American Society of Microbiology, IAENG and IFERP. Prof (Dr.) Gunjan Mukherjee currently serves as a Professor and Director at Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, India. With over two decades of international recognition in the field of microbial fermentation, bioprocess development, reactor design, and Lignocellulosic biomass to generation of value-added chemicals and biofuel. Dr. Mukherjee embodies the epitome of expertise in industrial biotechnology. His professional trajectory took him to prestigious positions at leading organizations, including Senior Scientist roles at Praj Industries Limited, Pune, India and TERI-New Delhi, India. His global reach extends to a visiting Professorship at Deakin University, Australia. A hallmark of his career is the culmination of international patents and numerous research publications in esteemed journals. Dr. Mukherjee actively serves as an Editor, Associate Editor, and honorary member of editorial boards for various reputed journals. His exemplary contributions have garnered him numerous honours and awards, such as the PARIS Award from PRAJ Industries Limited, Pune, India and the Rising Star award from TERI, India.

Preface. 1. Embracing Microbial Systems in Built Environments: Fostering Sustainable Development through Circular Economy Practices. 2. Green Futuristic Approaches towards Sustainable Bioenergy Production from Waste. 3. Industrial Effluent Treatment and Resource Recovery through Microbial Biofilms as an Effective means of Economic Sustenance. 4. Role of Microbial Fuel Cells for Waste Treatment and Sustainable Electricity Generation. 5. Plastic Biodegradation and the Valorization of their Bioproducts: From Trash to Wealth. 6. Biotechnology Advances and Future Prospects in the Recycling of Agricultural Solid Waste: A Path to Sustainable Waste Management. 7. Enzymatic Conversion of Lignin to Value Added Compounds from Lignocellulosic Biomass Waste: A Sustainable Approach. 8. Bioelectrochemical Approaches for Sustainable Waste Management: Applications, and Future Perspectives. 9. Valorization of Lignocellulosic Feedstock to Biomethane. 10. Heavy Metal Removal from Different Wastewaters in Microbial Fuel Cells. 11. Biotechnological Approaches for the Sustainable Waste Management of Oil Refinery/Petroleum Industry. 12. Microbial Biofilms for Textile Industry Effluent Treatment and Simultaneous Resource Recovery. 13. Sustainable Clean Water Purification Technology using Natural Waste Material-A Paradigm Shift towards the Waste to Wealth Concept. Index. About the Editors.