InEnTec and Terre have set a new standard for PFAS disposal. The
results pave the way for commercial-scale remediation of chemicals
of concern through existing facilities.
RICHLAND, Wash. ,
Aug. 6,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- InEnTec Inc. (InEnTec), in
partnership with Terre Environmental LLC (Terre), announced today
the successful destruction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
(PFAS) utilizing InEnTec's proprietary advanced plasma processing
technology. The results pave the way for commercial-scale
remediation of chemicals of concern through existing
facilities.
"Our plasma technology can provide a
solution that guarantees the complete destruction of the entire
family of PFAS chemicals and degradation products with certainty,"
said Jeff Surma, InEnTec's founder
and CEO.
InEnTec and Terre demonstrated the complete destruction of PFAS
and products of thermal decomposition to near non-detectable levels
in the plasma system, showing greater than 99.999999% (eight 9s)
destruction and removal efficiency (DRE) while processing materials
containing PFAS compounds. This technology can also destroy other
halogenated hydrocarbons with similar DRE including polychlorinated
biphenyls (PCBs), perfluorochemicals, hydrofluorochemicals and
chlorofluorochemicals known as ozone-depleting substances and
greenhouse gases. While pushing to effectively eliminate these
environmental hazards, this process also allows for the generation
of usable green by-products with an emphasis on green hydrogen.
PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals" due to their
persistence in the environment and inability to degrade in our
bodies, are present in various common products such as food
packaging, apparel, beauty products and other common products. The
challenge of managing PFAS places a significant financial and
operational strain on both industry and government. With the
chemical sector potentially facing billions of dollars in fines and
cleanup costs, and governmental bodies grappling with the
enforcement of stringent regulations, InEnTec's advanced plasma
technology not only offers a path forward for comprehensive assured
PFAS destruction but also provides a scalable, efficient response
to pressing global environmental issues while providing a coveted
by-product: hydrogen.
"This is exciting news for the industry, as forever chemicals
are extremely persistent in our environment and are difficult to
degrade. Our plasma technology can provide a solution that
guarantees the complete destruction of the entire family of PFAS
chemicals and degradation products with certainty. We are eager to
begin working with organizations looking for scalable PFAS
treatment solutions." said Jeff
Surma, InEnTec's founder and CEO.
Michael Prince, Co-founder and
CEO of Terre, echoed Mr. Surma's comments while adding, "We are
facing many unique worldwide challenges including an ever-growing
volume of what would otherwise be waste material and a consistently
increasing demand for energy. At the same time, we must acknowledge
the need for cleaner renewable energy alternatives. By leveraging
InEnTec's plasma technology, we aim to provide an innovative and
environmentally conscious energy solution that helps preserve the
planet for future generations."
About InEnTec Inc.
InEnTec Inc. offers a proven, scalable solution for the
destruction of hazardous substances, including PFAS chemicals.
Originating from a partnership between experts from MIT, Battelle, and GE, the technology employs
plasma gasification to convert various forms of what would
otherwise be waste materials into valuable chemicals and clean
fuels. Their commercial-scale facility, operational since 2011,
demonstrates InEnTec's capability to process significant volumes of
recoverable materials into synthesis gas, which can be processed
further into hydrogen and other useful products. To learn more
about InEnTec, please visit inentec.com.
About Terre Environmental LLC
Terre Environmental LLC is an environmental consulting/sales
firm dedicated to providing sustainable and cost-effective
renewable energy solutions that help protect the planet for future
generations. For waste-to-energy needs, including PFAS destruction
or to learn more about Terre, please visit
terreenvironmental.com.
Media Contact
Tim Gnatek, InEnTec, Inc., 1
415-342-6632, tim@bluepractice.com , www.inentec.com
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