Optimization of acetate production from citrus wastewater fermentation

Citrus wastewater is a sugar-rich waste stream suitable for the recovery of energy material from its treatment. In this study, fermentation citrus was carried out to assess optimal conditions maximize bioconversion organic substrate into acetate. Unbalanced nutrient (C: N: P 200:0.1:0.1) enabled highest acetate production. The presence particulate fraction obtain higher concentration regardless initial COD concentration. Initial pH values than 5 did not cause substantial differences on maximum acetate, whereas lower hindered hydrolysis process. Lastly, rate decreased 23% minimum 8% related COD. achieved results demonstrated that characteristics enable valorisation without need apply energy-consuming processes.