River and Ocean restoration through bioremediation technology and carbon capture.

Bioremediation depends on factors such as the specific pollutants present, the environmental conditions of the contaminated site, and the suitability of the chosen organisms for the remediation task. In Paraiso, Tabasco, the water presents an eutrophication that means excess of nutrient of nitrogen and phosphorus. This excess of nutrients happen because dispersants used to break up oil during oil spill cleanup can contain nutrients, and their application may lead to an increased nutrient load in the water. Additionally, nutrient-rich runoff from oil spill response sites or areas affected by the spill can exacerbate eutrophication if not properly managed.

Hence, while oil spills and eutrophication are separate environmental issues, they can have combined impacts when they occur in the same water body. In some cases, the cleanup efforts and response measures used to address oil spills can inadvertently introduce nutrients into the water, potentially contributing to eutrophication. To effectively address both oil spills and eutrophication, it's essential to have well-coordinated and comprehensive environmental management strategies that consider the potential interactions between these issues. Preventing oil spills through improved safety measures and practices, along with effective eutrophication control and nutrient management, are crucial for maintaining the health and balance of aquatic ecosystems.

The solution

Create a farm water to cultivate:

1. Microalgae diatoms

2. Fungi microorganismin

3. Bivalves

In a controlled environment, often referred to as a water farm or an aquaculture/aquatic farming system. These controlled environments provide an ideal setting for the growth and propagation of these microorganisms, making them useful for various applications, including water restoration and bioremediation.

Microalgae Diatom and Fungi Microorganism have ability to absorb carbon dioxide through photosynthesis, increasing nutrient and water uptake, and consequently, the carbon capture. They have a high carbon sequestration capacity due to their ability to photosynthesisee and fix atmospheric CO2. As they grow, they absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and convert it into biomass.

After cultivating them, we introduced them into the polluted water.

How it works?

1. Fungi Microorganisms can be used for erradicate the eutrophication in water, and oil spill cleanup as well.

Fungi microorganisms have been employed in mycoremediation to clean up oil spills. Certain fungi species have the ability to break down hydrocarbons present in oil, promoting biodegradation and reducing the harmful impacts of the spill on the aquatic environment. Mycoremediation using fungi is an eco-friendly and potentially effective approach for oil spill cleanup, especially in cases where traditional cleanup methods may be challenging or damaging to the environment.

By cultivating fungi microorganisms, can contribute to cleaning up eutrophication in water and to clean oil spills as well through various mechanisms. Eutrophication occurs when excessive nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, enter water bodies, leading to the overgrowth of algae and aquatic plants. This process disrupts the ecosystem balance and can cause harm to aquatic life.

Fungi play a crucial role in mitigating eutrophication through the following processes:

• Nutrient Absorption: Certain fungi have the ability to absorb and accumulate nutrients, including nitrogen and phosphorus, from the water. They act as natural filters, removing these excess nutrients and reducing their availability for algal and plant growth.

• Decomposition: Fungi are vital decomposers in the ecosystem. When excess organic matter, such as dead algae and aquatic plants, accumulates in the water, fungi break down this material. During the decomposition process, fungi release nutrients back into the water. However, they regulate the rate of nutrient release, preventing rapid nutrient recycling and excessive algal growth.

• PH Regulation: Some fungi have the ability to modulate the pH of their surroundings. By doing so, they create conditions that are less favorable for certain algal species, further contributing to eutrophication control.

2. Microalgae Diatoms can be used for erradicate the eutrophication in water, and oil spill cleanup as well.

Nitrogen and phosphorus are invisible pollutants that can cause harmful algal growth in rivers, leading to the death of fish and other animals. These pollutants can also lead to conditions that cause health issues in humans.

Microalgae are microscopic aquatic organisms that convert CO2 into biomass and oxygen using sunlight. Microalgae use nitrogen and phosphorus as nutrients for growth. After the microalgae grow, the cells sink, and algal biomass is deposited and accumulated in the riverbed. By sampling and measuring microalgae biomass, carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus in the water and at the river sediments, we can determine pollutant removal efficiency

Microalgae diatoms, can play a role in addressing nutrient excess, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus, through a process called algae bio-remediation. Diatoms are photosynthetic algae with a unique cell wall made of silica, and they are known for their ability to take up nutrients from water bodies. By cultivating and harnessing the nutrient-absorbing properties of diatoms, excessive nitrogen and phosphorus levels in water can be reduced, thus helping to mitigate eutrophication.

By cultivating diatoms microalgae that starts sinking once pollutant density is too low for replication.We can cultivate the dominant native diatom microalgae species of a river system, by using pollutants as nutrients for growth, microalgae capture and fix carbon dioxide [through photosynthesis], and remove other toxic pollutants such as heavy metals.

Microalgae has a rapid growth rate in highly polluted water, growing +2x per day leveraging rivers as a bioreactor. As microalgae grow, they release oxygen into the river, improving low-oxygen zones while treating water.

Hence, we can mitigate eutrophication in water bodies through nutrient uptake by microalgae, attempting to protect biodiversity and restore water-related ecosystems.

These Microalgaes can grow in wastewater, not competing for agricultural farms with crop production. Arable lands are not required for microalgae cultivation, having a positive impact towards land use and occupation. And it can be utilised for reducing water pollution by nutrient uptake and contaminants removal. Accordingly, the number of illnesses from water pollution would be decreased.

The operation and maintenance of microalgal cultivation systems and facilities can be easily performed by local staff, providing job opportunities.

Periodically we can collect water and sediment samples from the river to monitor the bioremediation, then validate and verify water quality and pollutant removal. After that, share results with auditors and regulatory agencies.