NIST SBIR Phase 1 Award for Innovative PFAS Destruction Technology

We are thrilled to announce that our company has been awarded a NIST SBIR Phase 1 grant for our project, "Direct Destruction of PFAS and other Recalcitrant Contaminants on Filtration Media via Non-Equilibrium Plasma." This funding marks a significant step forward in our mission to develop cutting-edge solutions for addressing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), persistent environmental contaminants that pose significant challenges to water treatment and environmental safety.

Our innovative approach utilizes a dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma system to regenerate granular activated carbon (GAC) contaminated with PFAS while simultaneously destroying the adsorbed contaminants. Unlike traditional energy-intensive thermal reactivation methods or landfill disposal, our technology offers a sustainable, efficient, and scalable solution. By optimizing key plasma parameters—such as voltage, frequency, and residence time—our system ensures effective PFAS decomposition while enabling continuous processing on a conveyor belt for industrial applications.

This project leverages advanced diagnostics, process optimization, and digital modeling to deliver a groundbreaking technology that not only regenerates GAC but also reduces energy consumption and waste, aligning with EPA regulatory requirements and addressing pressing environmental concerns.

This NIST SBIR Phase 1 award validates our commitment to pioneering sustainable solutions for PFAS contamination. Our DBD plasma system has the potential to set new industry standards, reduce operational costs for water treatment facilities, and enhance the United States' capacity to tackle one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. We look forward to advancing this technology and delivering impactful results for a cleaner, safer future.

Stay tuned for updates as we progress through this exciting project!