Low-Energy Treatment Technologies

Development of LED, visible-light, and photocatalytic technologies designed for sustainable, cost-effective water treatment.

Energy-Efficient Treatment Research

LED Photocatalysis

LED-based systems are used to activate photocatalysts and treat emerging contaminants with lower-energy light sources.

Visible Light & Solar Options

Research also examines sunlight and visible-light treatment pathways, including new photocatalysts designed to improve performance in the visible range.

Technology Translation

A technology disclosure was filed with Innovate Calgary for early LED-based water-treatment work, supporting the path from research to application.

Why Low-Energy Treatment Matters

The goal is to develop treatment systems that maintain strong contaminant-degradation performance while reducing energy demand and supporting practical implementation.

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Industry Problem

High energy consumption limits scalability of many treatment systems.
Research Approach

LED-driven photocatalysis, visible-light-responsive catalysts, and innovative low-energy process design.
Industry Impact

An energy-efficient treatment pathway for emerging contaminants, with potential to reduce operational demand and improve sustainability outcomes.

Explore Sustainable Solutions

Collaborate on energy-efficient environmental technologies.

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