Black soldier fly larvae for wastewater treatment: definition of the best supporting material for larwar process

High organic content wastewater is biodegradable but costly to treat with conventional methods like aerobic or anaerobic processes due to high energy use, sludge production, or infrastructure needs. An innovative alternative is the use of Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL), which efficiently reduces organic load, operates with short retention times, and produces valuable biomass. BSFL-based systems support circular economy goals by converting waste into useful products like feed or biofuels. A patented solution now enables BSFL to treat liquid waste using a porous material that allows feeding while keeping the larvae in a breathable environment.