Ability of Pseudomonas sp. and Aspergillus sp. on the Bioremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbons Contaminated Water: A Review

Abstract

In the year 2022, an estimated 41,000 tonnes of petroleum hydrocarbon spills were officially reported, underscoring the urgent environmental concern linked with the contamination of water bodies. This comprehensive analysis highlights the notable species engaged in the process of bioremediation for petroleum hydrocarbons within marine environments, specifically focusing on the Pseudomonas and Aspergillus species. Petroleum hydrocarbons pose multifaceted toxicological hazards to both human and animal well-being. The objective of this study is to review the distinctive attributes of Pseudomonas and Aspergillus species that render them suitable candidates for the bioremediation of hydrocarbon-polluted water, encompassing their capacity to flourish in hydrocarbon-laden conditions, generate biosurfactants as emulsifying agents, and degrade a diverse spectrum of petroleum hydrocarbons. Furthermore, this review aims to assess how the formation of a consortium enhances the efficiency of the bioremediation process.