Electrocatalytic degradation of norfloxacin using biochar electrode derived from oily sludge: Synergistic effects of hydrothermal and pyrolytic treatment

Key Points

• Electrocatalytic degradation achieves significant removal of norfloxacin, highlighting its effectiveness.
• A removal rate of 85% is observed at optimal conditions with biochar electrodes produced from oily sludge.
• Study employs both hydrothermal and pyrolytic treatments to create biochar electrodes for degradation.
• Highlighting the potential for sustainable waste management and energy recovery from oily sludge.