In the present study, experiments were conducted to produce
PHA from synthetic wastewater using the bacteria H. palleronii.
Results revealed that H. palleronii utilized volatile fatty acids present
in SW as sole carbon and energy source, grew well and converted
into useful products. Among different concentration of
SW, H. palleronii showed highest growth and PHA production at
20 and 30 g/l concentrations. Structure, molecular weight, and
thermal properties of the produced PHA were compared with standard
PHA. These findings indicate the possibility of feeding the H.
palleronii with cheap VFA rich fermented wastes to produce PHA.