Can Nanotechnology Be Used for Environmental Remediation?
Despite these risks, nanotechnology also holds promise for environmental remediation. Nanoparticles can be engineered to remove contaminants from water, soil, and air. For example, nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) particles are used to degrade toxic pollutants in groundwater. However, the long-term environmental impact of using such nanoparticles for remediation purposes remains a topic of ongoing research.
