The potential of bioremediation

Abstract

Bioremediation is a natural and convenient alternative to mitigate the concentrations of anthropogenic pollutants accidentally (or intentionally) dispersed in the environment. This important activity is carried out through the use of microorganisms capable of degrading and even adapting to introduced pollutants, this happens thanks to the ability of microorganisms to convert a harmful element into a compound that is easy to process and eliminate from the environment. There are different bioremediation methods, whether sophisticated or simple, which can be performed under in situ or ex situ conditions. It is expected that in coming years this area will develop and be given greater importance, since it is a viable and, in many cases, an economic option.