How operational strategies influence nitrogen removal and nitrous oxide emissions: Insights from a full-scale wastewater treatment plant

Key Points

• Nitrogen removal rates improved with adaptive operational strategies, enhancing overall treatment efficiency.
• The study revealed reduced nitrous oxide emissions by up to 25% when optimized methods were employed.
• Assessment using data from a full-scale wastewater treatment plant highlighted crucial operational insights.
• Findings suggest that better management of treatment processes could significantly lessen greenhouse gas emissions.