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NTU Scientist Converts Fruit Waste like coconut husks, orange peels and banana peels into Water Purification Material

Date:15 Feb 2023

Country: Singapore

Plant Name:

    Banana Plant

    Coconut

    Orange

Residue Name:

    Peels

    Process waste/Secondary residue

End Products

Biomaterials

Water filter

Application

  • Development of sustainable materials for water purification.
  • Conversion of agricultural waste into valuable industrial resources.

Description

The article highlights an NTU scientist's innovation in transforming fruit waste into materials suitable for water purifiers. By utilizing by-products such as peels and seeds, the research aims to create eco-friendly purification solutions. This approach not only addresses waste management but also contributes to sustainable water treatment technologies. The development showcases the potential of using renewable resources in environmental applications.

Pathway Description:

Fruit waste is collected from various sources and undergoes preprocessing to remove impurities. The processed material is then treated using specialized techniques to enhance its properties for water purification. The resulting material is tested for efficiency and safety before being integrated into water purification systems. This streamlined pathway ensures the effective conversion of waste into functional products.

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Tags: Fruit Waste UtilizationWater PurificationWaste-to-Resource

End Products

Biomaterials

Water filter

Feedstock

Types of Feedstock

Secondary agricultural residue

Name

Coconut husks, Orange peels,Banana peels

Form

Solid (Carbonized material)

Commercials

Sourced from food processing and waste streams

Logistics

Collected from agricultural and food waste systems

Characteristics

High carbon content

Stakeholders

Educational Institution

Nanyang Technological University