In-Situ Remediation Approaches for the Management of Contaminated Sites: A Comprehensive Overview

Rev Environ Contam Toxicol. 2016:236:1-115. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-20013-2_1.

Abstract

Though several in-situ treatment methods exist to remediate polluted sites, selecting an appropriate site-specific remediation technology is challenging and is critical for successful clean up of polluted sites. Hence, a comprehensive overview of all the available remediation technologies to date is necessary to choose the right technology for an anticipated pollutant. This review has critically evaluated the (i) technological profile of existing in-situ remediation approaches for priority and emerging pollutants, (ii) recent innovative technologies for on-site pollutant remediation, and (iii) current challenges as well as future prospects for developing innovative approaches to enhance the efficacy of remediation at contaminated sites.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Environmental Pollution / prevention & control*
  • Environmental Restoration and Remediation*
  • Soil Pollutants / chemistry*

Substances

  • Soil Pollutants