To view an example of the microbial degradation process click on the hydrocarbons page . At a time when more traditional remediation technologies are proving to be slow and expensive, bioremediation is becoming a popular option and alternative. This method is less expensive than the traditional methods of vacuuming, absorbing, burning, dispersing, or moving the material. Bioaugmentation reduces the time of response and the time on the site, while being cleaner, non damaging to the environment, and eliminating the 'cradle to grave' liabilities associated with the ownership of the hazardous material created prior to, or during, the cleanup. A natural process that destroys organic contaminants.
Byproducts are generally innocuous.
Represents a closure solution. Cost-effective when compared to other treatment technologies. Can be performed on-site, low profile.