Ohio State Researchers Unveil Nanomats for Solar-Powered Water Purification

The innovative material uses sunlight to clean polluted water and generate power, with ongoing efforts to optimize and scale production.

Nanomats, made from titanium dioxide enhanced with copper, achieve record-breaking efficiency in removing pollutants from water using sunlight.
The lightweight, reusable mats can float on water and are practical for cleaning industrial pollutants, especially in developing countries.
Unlike some solar systems, nanomats produce no toxic byproducts, making them an environmentally friendly water purification solution.
The technology also outperforms traditional solar cells in power generation under natural sunlight, offering dual functionality as a power generator.
Researchers are focused on further optimizing the material and exploring industrial partnerships to scale up production for commercial use.