Biosolids and Sludge Management

Abstract

This review section covers journal articles and conference papers related to biosolids and sludge management that were published in 2010. The literature review has been divided into the following sections: • Biosolids regulations and management issues, • Biosolids characteristics and measurement including nanoparticles, hormones, pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), metals and pathogens, • Sludge treatment technologies including pretreatment and sludge minimization, anaerobic digestion, aerobic digestion, composting, conditioning and dewatering, and drying, •Disposal and reuse covers combustion/ incineration, pyrolysis, and land application and reviews issues pertaining to nutrients, heavy metals, and synthetic organics, • Odor and air emissions along with energy issues, and • Risk analysis