Use of the enzymatic method for wastewater treatment in the textile sector: A systematic literature review

Ordaya Barzola J.O.; Renteros La Rosa C.M. · Proceedings of the LACCEI international Multi-conference for Engineering, Education and Technology (2025) · DOI: 10.18687/laccei2025.1.1.680

Resumen

This systematic review, carried out under the PRISMA methodology, aims to investigate the use of the enzymatic method for wastewater treatment, specifically in the textile sector, to know its benefits and performance for bioremediation. Studies in the area of pretreatment, laundry and dyeing were taken into account in order to find the highest degree of decomposition of pollutants in their wastewater. Eighty-eight articles were analysed in which the main area studied was the dyeing area, where the highest percentage of remediation resulted from the use of enzymes from bacteria and fungi, which means that these enzymes are more efficient in terms of decolourisation. Therefore, the articles mention aspects such as definition of enzymes, main pollutants, parameters taken into account, research areas and results of wastewater decolourisation. Consultation of reliable databases is important as it not only supports the quality of information, but also legitimises the findings and contributes to the construction of rigorous scientific knowledge. Finally, an emphasis is developed on the use of the enzymatic method as an ecological alternative for the decontamination of wastewater in the textile sector.