Assessment of Phytoremediation Potential of Algae for the Mitigation of Textile Effluents
摘要
While the textile industry contributes significantly to the global economy, its environmental impact, which includes the discharge of pollutants such as dyes, heavy metals, and organic compounds, need long-term solutions. This study examines the phytoremediation capacities of three algal species, Chlorella, Euglena, and Oscillatoria, for which a macrophyte survey was conducted to reduce various water quality indicators in textile effluent in the drain region of Sanganeri printing companies from three different Bagru handblock print (S-1), Block print house (S-2), and Harion handblock printers. The study investigates how successful these algae are at extracting and detoxifying contaminants found in textile effluents. Pollutant absorption, algal growth features, and biochemical changes are monitored. The results show that Chlorella consistently lowered BOD and COD levels, but Euglena had inconsistent results. Oscillatoria exhibited significant variety. All three species showed decreases in overall hardness and alkalinity. All species lowered chloride, manganese, and iron concentrations, but Oscillatoria showed the greatest reduction. Nitrate reduction varied, but phosphate levels rose in all species. This work contributes to the promotion of phytoremediation as an effective tool for environmental restoration and aids in the development of low-cost, environmentally friendly alternatives to reduce the textile industry’s environmental impact.