Molymem develops functional 2D material membranes that enhance water permeance and selectively reject pollutants, addressing the need for cleaner water in municipal and industrial applications. Their technology reduces the environmental impact of wastewater treatment and maximizes water reuse across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals and mining.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Problem
Conventional water treatment methods often struggle to efficiently remove a wide range of pollutants, including nutrients, natural organic matter, and industrial contaminants, leading to environmental concerns and limiting water reuse possibilities. Existing polymeric membranes can have high carbon footprints and may lack the necessary corrosion resistance for challenging industrial applications.
Solution
Molymem develops a new class of functional 2D material membranes designed to enhance water permeance and selectively reject pollutants. These membranes offer high corrosion resistance and an improved carbon footprint compared to traditional polymeric membranes. Molymem's technology can be applied across various sectors, including municipal water treatment for pollutant removal, wastewater treatment for nutrient reduction, and industrial water applications to maximize water reuse in sectors like semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and mining.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes municipal water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment plants, and industries such as semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and mining companies seeking to maximize water reuse and reduce environmental impact.
Features
- Membranes constructed from functional 2D materials for enhanced performance
- High water permeance for efficient filtration
- Tailored rejection of specific pollutants
- High corrosion resistance for use in harsh environments
- Improved carbon footprint compared to polymeric membranes