Integrated photoelectrocatalytic reduction and oxidation processes to achieve efficient degradation of fluoxetine in pharmaceutical wastewater

Puntos clave

• Fluoxetine degradation rates showed over 90% efficiency under optimized conditions, suggesting a promising method for wastewater treatment.
• Key metrics include a reduction in pollutant levels within 30 minutes of treatment using specific catalytic processes to enhance breakdown.
• Assessment using photoelectrocatalytic methods revealed synergies between redox reactions in wastewater treatment setups.
• These findings highlight the potential for integrated systems in removing pharmaceutical contaminants from water sources.