Conservation of Agricultural Waste into Functional Carbon Materials for Sustainable Water Purification
Author(s): Prof. Ashutosh Tripathi
Publication #: 2609003
Date of Publication: 06.09.2026
Country: India
Pages: 1-7
Published In: Volume 12 Issue 5 September-2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.62970/IJIRCT.v12.i5.2609003
Abstract
Converting agricultural waste into functional carbon materials offers a low-cost, eco-friendly solution for sustainable water purification and pollutant removal. [1] Conversion Process-Pretreatment: Biomass residues (such as corn cobs, husks, and shells) undergo cleaning and drying.Pyrolysis: The dried waste is heated at high temperatures (400°C–850°C) in an oxygen-free environment to carbonize the material.Activation: Physical or chemical activation (using agents like KOH or acids) increases the surface area and develops a porous structure.
Water Purification ApplicationsHeavy Metal Removal: Effectively captures toxic ions such as lead, cadmium, iron, and manganese.Nutrient and Microplastic Capture: Traps dissolved ammonia and micro/nanoplastics from contaminated water.Dye Eradication: Adsorbs hazardous organic dyes discharged from textile and industrial wastewater. [1]
Keywords: conservation, agriculture waste, sustainable, water purification, functional
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