Sustainable and Efficient Water Remediation
Water contamination by persistent pollutants, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), hydrocarbons, microplastics, and other industrial contaminants, poses a severe threat to both environmental and human health. Traditional remediation methods often struggle to break down these highly stable compounds, leading to long-term accumulation in surface and groundwater. ASPIDIA is at the forefront of developing innovative, enzyme-based solutions that offer a sustainable and effective approach to degrading a wide range of pollutants.
THE CHALLENGE OF WATER CONTAMINATION​
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​Industrial activities, agricultural runoff, and improper waste disposal have led to widespread water pollution. Persistent organic pollutants (POPs), PFAS, petroleum hydrocarbons, microplastics, and chemical solvents resist conventional degradation processes, making remediation difficult and costly. Traditional treatment methods, such as filtration, activated carbon adsorption and advanced oxidation, can capture contaminants but often fail to destroy them, resulting in secondary waste and high operational costs. ​
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ASPIDIA’S ENZYME-BASED SOLUTION
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At ASPIDIA, we leverage cutting-edge enzyme technology to tackle water contamination directly at the molecular level. Our proprietary enzymatic remediation process harnesses highly efficient, naturally occurring, and engineered enzymes to break down various pollutants into harmless byproducts, ensuring a safe and sustainable solution for water purification.
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How It Works
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Targeted Enzymatic Degradation – Specific enzymes, such as peroxidases and dehalogenases, initiate the breakdown of contaminants by cleaving their strong molecular bonds.
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Complete Mineralization – Unlike conventional treatments that merely trap pollutants, our enzymes degrade them into non-toxic end products such as fluoride ions, carbon dioxide, and water.
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Scalable & Eco-Friendly – Our enzyme-based approach operates under mild conditions, minimizing energy consumption and secondary waste, making it adaptable for both industrial and municipal water treatment systems.
ADVANTAGES OF ASPIDIA’S ENZYME TECHNOLOGY
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Versatile Remediation – Effective against a broad spectrum of contaminants, including PFAS, heavy metals, hydrocarbons, microplastics, and other persistent pollutants.
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High Efficiency – Significantly reduces pollutant concentrations in contaminated water.
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Sustainable – No hazardous byproducts or secondary pollution.
Cost-Effective – Lower operational and maintenance costs compared to physical-chemical treatments.
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Scalable & Adaptable – Can be integrated into existing water treatment infrastructures.
APPLICATIONS
Our enzyme-based remediation technology is suitable for:
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Agricultural Runoff Treatment – Addressing pollution from fertilizers, pesticides, and organic waste in agricultural runoff by breaking down harmful chemicals, reducing nutrient overload, and restoring the balance of aquatic ecosystems using enzyme-based bioremediation.​
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Municipal Water Purification – Ensuring safe drinking water by eliminating various contaminants, including microplastics, at treatment plants.
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Industrial Wastewater Treatment – Assisting industries in complying with stringent environmental regulations by removing persistent pollutants, including microplastics.