Comprehensive Hydrocarbon Remediation
About the project
In January 2021, BluePlanet Labs successfully conducted a groundbreaking hydrocarbon remediation project in the basement of a facility in Mt. Vernon, New York. Utilizing a combination of advanced formulas such as ACF-AD, ACF-NITRO, and ACF-32, the treatment involved on-site brewed bacteria formulas specifically designed to tackle heavy pollution. The process began with on-site acclimatization of beneficial bacteria, followed by systematic spraying of the formulated treatment on the contaminated soil.
The method included flooding the soil with the treatment solution to ensure deep penetration, following a strategic grid pattern and maintaining the moisture levels through weekly applications. This meticulous approach led to a remarkable 97% to 100% reduction in heavy crude hydrocarbons, specifically targeting both volatile and semi-volatile components.
The effectiveness of the treatment was validated by rigorous reviews and subsequently received approval from the New York Department of Environmental Protection (NY DEP). This project not only showcased BluePlanet Labs' expertise in deploying bioremediation technologies but also underscored their ability to restore environmental integrity in heavily contaminated urban settings.