Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) are well established as techniques for the oxidative degradation environmental decontamination. They are particularly key in the removal of recalcitrant organic pollutants in potable water and in industrial wastewater. Central to the efficacy of AOPs is the in-situ generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), such as hydroxyl radicals (•OH) and superoxide anions (O2•–), which can be significantly enhanced through the use of suitable catalytic systems. Among these, metal-based heterogeneous catalysts have been extensively investigated for their high catalytic performance, stability, and potential for regeneration and reuse in AOPs.This book brings together the application of these catalysts in AOPs for the degradation of persistent organic pollutants in water treatment, across both laboratory-scale investigations and industrial-scale implementations. The book explores various classes of catalysts, including metal oxides, metal sulphides, metal polymers and more. It is a comprehensive resource for researchers and practitioners in the fields of water treatment, environmental remediation or catalysis.
Craig Banks is Professor of Nano and Electrochemical Technology at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.
An Overview of Advanced Oxidation ProcessesAn Overview of Persistent Organic Pollutants in WaterMetal-based Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs)Metal Oxide Heterojunctions in Photocatalytic Pollutant DegradationMetal Sulfide-based Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation ProcessesMetal Selenide-based Catalysts in AOPsMetal–Graphitic Carbon Nitride-based Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation Processes for the Degradation ofPharmaceuticals and Personal Care ProductsMetal–Biochar-based Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation ProcessesMetal–Carbon Nanotube Catalysts in AOPsMetal–Graphene and Graphene Oxide-based Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation ProcessesMetal–Polymer Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs)Metal–Schiff Base Complex Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation ProcessesMetal–Organic Framework (MOF)-based Catalysts in Advanced Oxidation ProcessesMetal-chelate-based Catalysts in AOPsNano Zero-valent Iron (nZVI)-based Catalysts in Persulfate-based Advanced Oxidation Processes for the Removal of Emerging ContaminantsMetal-based Catalysts for Non-radical Advanced Oxidation ProcessesEmerging Trends, Opportunities and Bottlenecks in Metal-based Advanced Oxidation Processes