Photocatalytic Applications in Wastewater Treatment

Dear Colleagues,

Wastewater treatment is a critical aspect of sustainable development and environmental protection, as it helps to maximize water conservation, achieve water circulation, and promote the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. However, traditional wastewater treatment methods have some limitations, such as a high energy consumption, the generation of secondary pollutants, and limited efficiency regarding the degradation of complex organic compounds. Photocatalysis has emerged as a promising technology for the treatment of wastewater, owing to its sustainable and cost-effective approach to removing organic pollutants from wastewater.

The Special Issue entitled "Photocatalytic Applications in Wastewater Treatment" aims to gather the latest research, innovations, and advances in photocatalytic processes for the treatment of wastewater contaminated with various types of pollutants. We welcome the submission of papers that attend to various topics of interest, including the methods employed to synthesize novel photocatalysts, the advanced techniques used to characterize photocatalysts, the mechanisms involved in the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, and the optimization of photocatalytic systems for wastewater treatment. Additionally, submissions that consider the integration of photocatalysis with other treatment processes, as well as the environmental and economic impacts of photocatalytic wastewater treatment, are welcome. While these topics are not exhaustive, they provide a comprehensive overview of this Special Issue’s areas of interest.

This Special Issue will provide valuable insights into the current state-of-the-art in photocatalytic wastewater treatment, which is a critical environmental challenge faced by many countries worldwide. The use of photocatalysis in wastewater treatment has the potential to significantly reduce the environmental impact of wastewater discharge and alleviate the burden on conventional treatment processes. We invite authors to submit contributions that will enhance our understanding of this emerging technology and its potential application in solutions that aim to mitigate the growing problem of wastewater pollution.

Prof. Dr. Zhen Wei
Dr. Yueping Bao
Dr. Wenlu Li
Guest Editors

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