Cyclic Water

🌍💧 Canada is making strides toward a zero plastic waste future! With only 9% of plastic being recycled, the need for innovative solutions is greater than ever. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gQp5hixP At Cyclic Water Group, we are committed to turning plastic waste into sustainable adsorbents and membranes to tackle emerging pollutants in water and wastewater. By repurposing waste, we’re helping reduce pollution while contributing to a circular economy. Join us in creating a more sustainable world. University of Saskatchewan USask College of Engineering

📢 California Takes Bold Steps Against #PFAS  California has enacted two new laws to combat the presence of harmful PFAS chemicals: AB 347: Strengthens bans and labeling requirements for PFAS in products like textiles and food packaging. AB 2515 (TAMPON Act): Prohibits PFAS in menstrual products starting January 1, 2025. Please read about it here: https://lnkd.in/e-tsvqAz These measures aim to protect public health and the environment by reducing exposure to these “forever chemicals.” 🌍💧 #EnvironmentalProtection #PublicHealth #Sustainability #PFAS #CaliforniaLaw

Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy 2024-35 The Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy 2024–2035 sets out the NSW Government’s vision to drive global investment and growth the critical minerals and high-tech metals sector. ▶️The NSW Government will defer royalties up to $250 million to help new critical minerals projects get off the ground in NSW. ▶️The Strategy has identified five priority minerals and metals for the state: #rareearthelements #scandium #copper #silver #cobalt Link: https://lnkd.in/gfEufBPT #Australia #criticalminerals #exploration #mining #policy #transitionmetals #NSW

📢  New Openings at Cyclic Water!  We are expanding our team and are looking for passionate, self-motivated, punctual, and talented individuals to join us as PhD students, Master’s students, and Research Assistants at the Cyclic Water group, University of Saskatchewan. 🔍 Are you passionate about solving real-world problems in water treatment, wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and renewable energy? 💡 Do you enjoy thinking outside the box and managing multi-task assignments in a dynamic research environment? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We are seeking candidates with: - Experience in water and wastewater treatment projects in the lab (membrane fabrication, membrane processes, advanced oxidation, adsorption, photocatalytic/photothermal techniques, biological techniques, etc.). - Experience in nanofibers for advanced applications (membranes, sensors, etc.). - Experience in renewable energy (biogas, etc.). - Experience in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs) for emerging pollutants remediation (PFAS, tire additives, etc.) and critical/strategic minerals extraction from waste streams. - Knowledge of simulation (CFD, etc.), modeling, and machine learning is a plus. - Knowledge of techno-economy analysis and life cycle assessment is a plus. - A strong desire to contribute to sustainable and innovative solutions. - High proficiency in English (Speaking, Writing, and Listening). How to express your interest: Please send the following documents to Mohammad Mahdi A. Shirazi (m.shirazi@usask.ca): - 📧 Email subject: Application for PhD/Master/RA position in 2025! - A 1-page cover letter describing your motivation for research, your strengths, and your interest in joining Cyclic Water. - A 2-page CV outlining your academic background, milestones and achievements, and selected top publications. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted! Join us in driving innovation and creating sustainable solutions for water treatment and reuse, wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and renewable energy! 🌱

🌿 Exciting Research Update from Cyclic Water! 🌿 We are thrilled to share that our latest paper, "Sustainable Enhancement of Biogas Production from a Cold-Region Municipal Wastewater Anaerobic Digestion Process Using Optimized Sludge-derived and Commercial Biochar Additives," has been accepted for publication in the Journal of Cleaner Production (IF: 9.7, CiteScore: 20.4; Elsevier for Engineering R&D)! 🎉 Please find the paper here: https://lnkd.in/dDmsPyBt 📚 Authored by: Rahman Zeynali, Mohsen Asadi, Phillip Ankley, Milena Esser, Markus Brinkmann, Jafar Soltan, and Kerry McPhedran. 💡 This study explores the use of innovative sludge-derived biochar to enhance biogas production in anaerobic digestion (AD) processes. Using computational fluid dynamics (CFD), we optimized the biochar production process, achieving a remarkable 50% increase in methane production compared to the control. The novel activated sludge-based biochar (ASBC) showed superior results, boosting the AD microbial community and offering a more stable digestate. 🚀 These findings highlight the potential for smart sludge management to support energy and resource self-sufficiency in cold-region municipal wastewater treatment plants, aligning perfectly with sustainable waste management practices and clean energy production goals. We are proud of our team's commitment to advancing sustainable wastewater treatment technologies. Stay tuned for more groundbreaking research from Cyclic Water! 🔍 #MunicipalWastewater #AnaerobicDigestion #Sustainability #Biochar #BiogasProduction

Critical minerals are essential for modern industries. However, their limited availability and the environmental challenges associated with traditional extraction methods make sustainable recovery crucial. Cyclic Water plays a pivotal role in developing advanced technologies for the cost-effective and sustainable recovery of critical and strategic minerals from liquid streams, such as desalination and mining brines. By focusing on innovative processes that maximize resource recovery while minimizing environmental impact, Cyclic Water can contribute to the circular economy and the secure supply of these vital resources!

Today, we announced over $5.1 million in funding for 16 projects in the #CriticalMinerals sector. As part of our Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy, these projects will:    1️⃣ increase Canada’s supply of responsibly sourced critical minerals and  2️⃣ help develop domestic and global value chains for critical minerals.    The move toward clean energy and clean technology is increasing demand for critical minerals around the world, which is creating a generational opportunity for our businesses and workers.    Learn more about how this investment aims to capitalize on this demand: https://ow.ly/hHnp50TI6VO

I am excited to announce the launch of a new page on Water Reuse on the EU Science Hub, the main website of the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (EU Science, Research and Innovation). This page will serve as a platform to showcase the activities of JRC on water reuse. It will also feature upcoming events such as webinars and workshops, as well as case studies to share knowledge and promote water reuse in the EU. We are committed to making a positive impact in the field of water reuse and are thrilled to have this platform to further our efforts. Stay tuned for updates and valuable resources on water reuse! #WaterReuse #JRC #EUScienceHub

Toxicology Centre Director, Dr. Markus Brinkmann, will be speaking at the inaugural University of Saskatchewan One Health Symposium on November 23, 2024.

🌎 Gauging public perceptions regarding direct wastewater reuse From craft beer to irrigation, wastewater is becoming part of the water scarcity conversation! To dive even deeper into the psychological barriers at play with the reuse of wastewater, University of Saskatchewan researcher Dr. Kerry McPhedran is planning a series of focus group sessions to further understand public perceptions and attitudes in the Prairies surrounding the potential to drink treated wastewater on a larger scale. Read the full article in ES&E Magazine’s October 2024 issue: https://lnkd.in/dC2waVAH #DrinkingWater #Wastewater #Sustainablity #CleanWater #PublicPerceptions #Treatment #Water #Reuse