Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Overview of innovation

In the manufacture of textiles, clothing and leather goods, using a nanoparticle catalyst, this one-step wastewater treatment system activates a powerful oxidiser. This produces sulfate radicals in the wastewater which will degrade the inorganic pollutants. These highly reactive nanoparticles are immobilised in a special system, allowing for the re-usage of effluent water in one continuous process. Thus, less input water is necessary to achieve effective treatment, reducing the cost of purifying large volumes of wastewater.

Innovation Opportunity Type
Investment
Manufacturing
Industry
​Manufacturing
Beauty and Cosmetics
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities
Chemical
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 6 – Prototype tested in real-world settings
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