Performance of Two Technologies to Control Difficult-to-Treat Matrix Diffusion Zones: Post-Bioremediation Sustained Treatment and MNA in Low Permeability Units

Abstract

In-situ bioremediation (ISB) and monitored natural attenuation (MNA) are two widely used approaches to treat and control persistent matrix diffusion sources at chlorinated solvent sites. Such source zones represent a significant liability to the Department of Defense (DoD). Research has suggested that processes may be active at both ISB and MNA sites that could provide additional benefits to their application near or within low-permeability (lowK) matrix diffusion zones. The objectives of the project were: i) to develop new process knowledge on how to measure and demonstrate sustained treatment following application of ISBand ii) to evaluate and quantify MNA processes in low-K matrix diffusion zones. Data from field demonstrations and data mining of other sites indicated the occurrence of these processes and provided useful information on quantifying and assessing these processes. Fact Sheets are provided to allow cost effective application of these concepts at other sites using existing site data.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2021
Accession Number
AD1159158

Entities

People

  • Charles J. Newell
  • David T Adamson
  • Kenneth L. Jr Walker
  • Michal Rysz
  • Travis M. Mcguire

Organizations

  • GSI Environmental (United States)

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alkenes
  • Bacteria
  • Big Data
  • Biodegradation
  • Data Mining
  • Databases
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Protection
  • Fatty Acids
  • Geography
  • Groundwater
  • Information Science
  • Organic Compounds
  • Plant Oils
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods
  • Volatile Organic Compounds

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Groundwater Contamination Remediation.

Technology Areas

  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - DoD AI Strategy
  • Biotechnology
  • Biotechnology - Bioremediation