6 years ago

Industrial Phycology Raises €813k for Eco-Friendly Wastewater Treatment System

  • UK-based Industrial Phycology raises €813k to launch its eco-friendly wastewater treatment system, using the natural power of algae to remove nutrients from sewage and wastewater.

      • ProblemTechnology Infrastructure

      "UK rivers are heavily polluted with phosphorus, and many sewage plants cannot remove it effectively, especially smaller ones. This leads to environmental damage and a shortage of phosphorus for other uses."

      Solution

      "I-Phyc's technology uses algae to naturally remove phosphorus from wastewater, creating a sustainable and eco-friendly solution. The process also generates biogas and fertilizer, reducing the need for chemical treatments and minimizing the carbon footprint."

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