Projects / Programmes
Development of new methods for detection and removal of dioxins and dioxin-like compounds
Code |
Science |
Field |
Subfield |
2.02.09 |
Engineering sciences and technologies |
Chemical engineering |
Ecological technology |
Code |
Science |
Field |
P305 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Environmental chemistry |
hybrid modelling, neural networks, dispersion, fate, dioxin, PCDD, PCDF, PCB, radiochemical, thermal, catalytic decomposition, electron beam, adsorption, polymers, incineration
Researchers (6)
Organisations (2)
Abstract
The main objective of the proposed research project is the development of improved models of of dispersion and fate of dioxins in natural environment, development of accurate and cost effective methods for detection and analysis of dioxins and development of removal and decomposition technology for dioxins and dioxin-like compounds.
In the course of the project the following research efforts will be addressed: research and improvement of modelling of dispersion, distribution and fate of dioxins (polychlorinated dibenzodioxins (PCDD) and dioxin-like compounds (polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) and dibenzofuranes (PCDF)), research of possibilities of removal of dioxins from water (including drinking water), waste gases and contaminated materials (soils, sludges, sediments etc.). Three methods will be developed and their usage tested: catalytic thermal decomposition, adsorption on activated polymeric materials and radiochemical decomposition using an electron beam.
The basic research equipment is the test incineration plant located at the Institute's premises in Brinje and the analytical methods developed at the Jozef Stefan Institute (GC/MS). Radiochemical methods will be tested in a laboratory abroad.
As additional activities, the project members will also focus on introducing the technology to the public and on demystification of incineration technology as one of the waste handling techniques. The demonstration plant will be used to demonstrate the ability to build and run health- and environment- safe incineration plants.