Bioremediation Strategies to Address the Menace of Oil Spills

Year : 2024 | Volume : | : | Page : –
By

Shubhashri Raychaudhuri,

Shubhi Sharma,

Indira P Sarethy,

  1. Student Department of Biotechnology, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida Uttar Pradesh India
  2. Student Department of Biotechnology, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida Uttar Pradesh India
  3. Professor Department of Biotechnology, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida Uttar Pradesh India

Abstract

Bioremediation is an innovative and effective process that leverages the capabilities of microorganisms to address and mitigate contamination in both soil and water environments. This technique is particularly valuable in the context of surface oil spills, where it presents significant advantages over traditional physical and chemical remediation methods. Unlike physical methods, which often involve the use of barriers and skimmers to remove oil from the surface, or chemical methods, which may include dispersants or other chemicals to break up the oil, bioremediation harnesses natural biological processes to degrade pollutants. The core principle of bioremediation involves using microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and archaea that have the innate ability to degrade complex hydrocarbons found in oil into simpler, less harmful compounds. This microbial breakdown occurs through enzymatic activities, where specific enzymes target and decompose the oil molecules. One of the key advantages of bioremediation is its cost-effectiveness. Traditional methods can be expensive due to the need for specialized equipment and chemicals, whereas bioremediation can utilize inexpensive, readily available resources such as agro-residues. These residues, including agricultural by-products, can serve as nutrient sources that enhance microbial activity and accelerate the degradation process. Marine bacterial consortia play a pivotal role in this process. Among them, oil-degrading bacteria such as Pseudomonas putida are particularly effective in breaking down hydrocarbons. Fungi and archaea also contribute by complementing the bacterial action through their unique metabolic pathways. The use of these microorganisms in conjunction with fertilizers, which provide essential nutrients to support microbial growth, ensures a more robust and efficient bioremediation process..Overall, bioremediation offers a sustainable, environmentally friendly solution for addressing the impacts of oil spills. By promoting the natural degradation of pollutants, it minimizes the long-term ecological damage and contributes to the restoration of affected ecosystems. This method not only enhances the effectiveness of response plans but also supports broader environmental conservation efforts.

Keywords: Bioremediation, surface slick, microorganism, Pseudomonas putida, fertilizers

How to cite this article: Shubhashri Raychaudhuri, Shubhi Sharma, Indira P Sarethy. Bioremediation Strategies to Address the Menace of Oil Spills. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology & Virology. 2024; ():-.
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