Abstract:
A slow-release method for treating non-point source pollutants traveling in water runoff, such as urban water runoff. Method embodiments include the use of slow-release advanced oxidation process forms (SR-AOPs) comprised of one or more water soluble salts in a matrix and/or forms producing hydrogen peroxide, persulfate anion, and/or permanganate. One or more of such forms may be placed along with one or more slow-release iron forms in the path of runoff water as it flows through a storm sewer system, such that an amount of the water soluble salt(s) and/or hydroxyl radicals (Fenton's reagent), persulfate radicals, or permanganate are slowly released into the runoff water to oxidize the pollutants contained therein.