Bioremediation is a biological treatment process that uses naturally-occurring microorganisms (yeast, fungi or bacteria) to break down complex organic molecules into simpler non-toxic substances, resulting in partial or complete mineralization of the pollutant.

• Microorganisms are capable of performing almost any detoxification reaction.
• Appropriate microbial cultures or a consortium of microbes are added to degrade the pollutants and restore the eco-balance.
• Microbes are also potential candidates for the removal of biological nutrients (Nitrogen and Phosphorus) from natural resources like ponds, lakes and rivers