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Abstract
The Membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology enhances biomass retention with less residual sludge which is desirable for the treatment of strong wastewater such as landfill leachate. The technology has evolved to encompass anaerobic MBRs (AnMBRs) due to the benefit of producing renewable energy in the form of methane biogas and reducing the cost of aeration and sludge handling. This paper presents a critical review on the progress and application of the AnMBR technology for the treatment of landfill leachate in particular. We evaluate its performance and elaborate on potential operational limitations with emphasis on fouling and inhibitory factors that may suppress the development of microbial communities in AnMBR systems. We conclude by highlighting existing gaps and future directions and proposing a framework with a comprehensive experimental program towards improving the application of the AnMBR technology.
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Reviews in Environmental Science and Bio/Technology is a publication that offers easily comprehensible, reliable, and well-rounded perspectives and evaluations in the realm of environmental science and (bio)technology. It disseminates the most recent progressions and timely compilations of groundbreaking scientific discoveries, technological advancements, practical applications, policy developments, and societal concerns encompassing all facets of environmental science and (bio)technology. Furthermore, it tackles broader aspects beyond the natural sciences, incorporating subjects such as education, funding, policy-making, intellectual property, and societal influence.