Biodegradation process

The biodegradation process is a natural and essential mechanism by which organic materials break down into simpler compounds through the activity of microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and enzymes. This environmentally significant process plays a crucial role in recycling organic matter, returning it to the ecosystem in a form that can be utilized by other living organisms. During biodegradation, complex molecules are sequentially broken down into simpler ones, ultimately converting organic substances into water, carbon dioxide, and biomass. This process is highly influenced by environmental factors such as temperature, moisture, and the availability of oxygen. In aerobic conditions, where oxygen is present, biodegradation is a rapid and efficient process. In anaerobic conditions, lacking oxygen, the process is slower and may produce byproducts such as methane. Biodegradation holds immense importance in waste management, as it aids in the decomposition of organic waste, reducing the volume of landfill waste. Additionally, it is a key component in the breakdown of pollutants in soil and water, contributing to environmental remediation. Understanding and harnessing the biodegradation process is pivotal for creating sustainable solutions and minimizing the environmental impact of various materials.

Committee Members
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Rob Bowell

Rob Bowell

Queens University, United Kingdom
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Tomayess Issa

Tomayess Issa

Curtin University, Australia
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Patrick Martin

Patrick Martin

Unite Transformations & Agroressources, France
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Helena Belchior Rocha

Helena Belchior Rocha

ISCTE-Institituto Universitario de Lisboa, Portugal
Green Chemistry 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Viacheslav Burlov

Viacheslav Burlov

Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University, Russian Federation
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Osman Adiguzel

Osman Adiguzel

Firat University, Turkey
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Chitra Sulkan

Chitra Sulkan

Elecsome Pty Ltd, Australia
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Abhinav Tiwari

Abhinav Tiwari

York University, United States
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Sasa M Miladinovic

Sasa M Miladinovic

University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland, Switzerland
Speaker at Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy 2026 - Zhongsheng Guo

Zhongsheng Guo

Northwest A&F University, China

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