CEE Seminar - Towards Phosphorus Sustainability with Circular Economy at the Water-Food-Energy-Carbon Nexus

Within the framework of the renowned phosphorus (P) paradox, P is an irreplaceable, scarce element for food security and renewable energy (biofuel) production and, at the same time, its inefficient use and loss to the environment is also the leading cause for widespread eutrophication that threatens global water security. To offer long-term off-site life cycle environmental and health benefits, there is an imperative need of paradigm shift towards a more sustainable regional-scale nutrient management system that incorporates P recycle from wastewater sources, water quality protection and, energy and carbon demand abatement.