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Project #3071

PPCPs and EDCs - Occurrence in the Detroit River and Their Removal by Ozonation

$488,315
Completed
Principal Investigator
Shahram
Tabe
Research Manager
Dr. Djanette Khiari
Contractor
Windsor Utilities Commission
Advanced Treatment
Treatment
Endocrine Disrupting Compounds, Pharmaceuticals & Personal Care Products (EDCs & PPCPs)
Final Report

Abstract

Investigates the occurrence and fate of selected EDCs/PPCPs in surface water, and their removal by conventional ozonation and advanced oxidation treatment processes. Examines the concentrations of target compounds before and after various treatment processes and as a function of pertinent parameters including ozone dose, hydrogen peroxide dose, pH, alkalinity, total organic carbon, turbidity, and temperature. Tailored Collaboration partner: Windsor Utilities Commission and Ministry of the Environment Canada. Published in 2009.