ABSTRACT
Over the past decade, scientists and engineers have investigated the possibilities for the commercialization of microbial fuel cell technology. Implementation of microbial fuel cells is a promising alternative to the traditional use of aerated activated sludge, and it has potential economic benefits. Bioelectrochemical technology, especially microbial fuel cells, has been promoted as a way remediate polluted environments, and the areas studied include wastewater, sludge, sediment, and soil remediation, and the generation of bioelectricity. The use of microbial fuel cells is mainly restricted because of technological barriers. These cells are applicable only to small prototypes and are not sufficient to produce electricity for other applied purposes.
