UNSW scientists have discovered a new purpose for graphene that could generate sustainable energy in municipal wastewater treatment plants.
Dr Rakesh Joshi says the team’s latest research identifies the substance as an energy source.
“Our group’s latest research indicates that it is possible to use graphene to extract and refine methane to be recycled and reused as a source of energy,” Dr Joshi said.
“We are working in close collaboration with Sydney Water to convert these findings into a retrofittable technology for wastewater treatment plants,” he said.
The research team is currently working in close collaboration with Sydney Water to convert these findings into a retrofittable technology for wastewater treatment plants.