Current status and challenges of remediating petroleum‐derived PAHs in soils: Nigeria as a case study for developing countries. Issue 1 (3rd December 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Offiong, Nnanake‐Abasi O.; Inam, Edu J.; Etuk, Helen S.; Essien, Joseph P.
• Is Part Of: Remediation. Volume 30:Issue 1(2019)
• Page Start: 65
• Page End: 75
• Publication Date: 2019-12-03
• Subjects: Sanitary engineering -- Periodicals; 628
• DOI: 10.1002/rem.21630
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1051-5658

Abstract

Abstract: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are among the world's most significant environmental organic contaminants because of their carcinogenic properties. PAHs are widely distributed globally as a result of releases from numerous natural and anthropogenic activities. Consequently, several PAH monitoring studies have been conducted and remediation approaches explored. This article aims to provide the current status of PAH distribution in Nigeria's oil and gas industrial region in relation to the technologies adopted for PAH remediation. Ideally, the findings will provide insight into the challenges in managing organic contaminants derived from petroleum exploration activities in developing countries with Nigeria as a case study.