The startup develops a water purification agent that utilizes heavy metal adsorption through repurposed oyster shells to address the environmental issues associated with shellfishery by-products. This technology enables industries to convert toxic wastewater and residential water into clean, safe water for reuse.
Funding
$300K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
The accumulation of discarded oyster shells poses a significant environmental challenge, contributing to carbon dioxide emissions and pollution. Traditional water treatment methods often rely on materials that generate greenhouse gases during production and may not efficiently remove specific pollutants, such as heavy metals, from water sources.
Solution
BLUELABS addresses these issues by developing Oyster Puri, an eco-friendly water treatment agent derived from repurposed oyster shells. This innovative solution transforms shellfishery by-products into a valuable resource for water purification. Oyster Puri effectively captures heavy metals and other contaminants through ion exchange reactions and selective adsorption. The resulting water treatment agent offers a sustainable alternative to conventional methods, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing a cost-effective means of producing clean, safe water for various applications.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes industries dealing with wastewater treatment, municipalities seeking to improve water quality, and manufacturers of water filtration systems for residential and commercial use.
Features
- Utilizes oyster shells, a natural and abundant resource, as the primary material
- Employs ion exchange reactions to capture heavy metal ions in water
- Offers high adsorption selectivity for specific pollutants
- Adjusts pH levels to optimize the solubility and adsorption capacity of targeted contaminants
- Maintains structural integrity and prevents decomposition during the adsorption process
- Reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional water treatment agents
- Suitable for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, water filters, and shower filters