Kelantan Bamboo Activated Carbon: An Economical and Sustainable Innovation for Wastewater Treatment by Adsorption Technique

Abstract

This research showcases the potential application of Kelantan bamboo activated carbon (KBAC), a lowcost and novel bio-adsorbent for wastewater treatment by the adsorption technique. AC is often made from wood; however, bamboo is an alternative to wood with excellent capacity as adsorbent due to its rich carbon content. The KBAC is produced through carbonization and pyrolysis and has received substantial attention from local industries. A letter of intent is in development to initiate a university-industry collaboration to consolidate the invention of KBAC from pilot-scale to a larger-scale systems.