Bartha respirometric method to evaluate the biodegradation of mixture of coconut husk and organic waste with and without commercial inoculant

Abstract

The population growth increases the demand for food and goods, generating more waste and socio-economic and environmental impacts. Mitigating these effects is a challenge in the field of sanitation, opportunities for different kinds of approaches. Organic waste treatment and recycling, such as coconut husks, are essential to reduce environmental damage. Composting is a viable option, and the Bartha respirometric method is used to assess waste biodegradability. The experiment evaluated biomass aerobic respiration, estimating the compost stabilization time. The use of commercial inoculant accelerated the degradation process. The results indicate that the Bartha method is efficient in monitoring the coconut husks mixture and other waste biodegradability. The study contributes to clarifying the use of this technique in organic waste management.