Technology
REM
Using Flash Joule Heating to destroy PFAS
Rice University’s primary PFAS soil remediation technology, Rapid Electrothermal Mineralisation (REM), uses Flash Joule Heating to fundamentally transform PFAS into harmless, naturally occurring minerals while preserving the soil's ability to support life.
The REM Process
Laboratory results have demonstrated over 96% defluorination efficiency and 99.98% removal of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), one of the most common PFAS pollutants.
Analytical tests have confirmed the reaction produced undetectable amounts of harmful volatile organic fluorides, a common byproduct of other PFAS treatments, and eliminated the secondary waste typically associated with traditional methods such as incineration or landfill disposal.
Development of high-frequency/high-power system for direct electrical heating (No use of solvents, water, or reagents to drive down costs)
Establish commercial partnerships to develop a pilot “remediation tractor” using current farming technology
Scale production of “remediation tractors” by utilising autonomous driving to remediate contaminated land and reduce personnel costs and remediation time
Advantages of REM Technology
REM aims to provide a fast, energy-efficient, and scalable solution to environmental PFAS contamination issues.