Technologies

The power produced:

• Electricity: 3 MW
• Heat/Cold: 8 MW

*which is equivalent to a town with a population of 50,000.

The specialists came up with an innovative heavy metal adsorbent which was called ATM-1B. The material's characteristics significantly exceed those of previously synthesized analogues. In particular, the substance is able to clean the drinking water of manganese and iron ions, including divalent ones, by 60-70% more effective than the adsorbents of foreign origin. These are filtration systems developed by famous brands such as Greenstand, Manganese, and Birm.

ATM-1B is designed to significantly increase the water purification efficiency in both industrial and household conditions. The material is intended to sorb the wastewater released from enterprises, as well as to improve the drinking water quality. So far, the adsorbent developers have received all the necessary certificates, including sanitary ones. The manufacturers have started to produce ATM-1B on an industrial scale.

How it works

The idea is based on the quantum dots - semiconductor luminophores with an extended radiation spectrum. Using these elements, we can produce displays that significantly outperform the competitors in terms of contrast, brightness, and color depth. They also consume much less power.

Quantum dots are being used successfully to create cutting-edge technologies in science, electronics, and even medicine. The quantum devices market is growing by 55-70 percent each year, which makes it a profitable investment attracting more and more insightful investors.

WCO specialists went even further, having found application to quantum dots in the seemingly unexpected sphere - agriculture. The fact about plants is that they absorb sunlight selectively. For each crop, the spectrum can be divided into 3 types: useful, neutral, and harmful. These data have been studied and systematized back in the 80s of the twentieth century.

When synthesizing, one can program quantum dots in the right way, and they will transmit useful light only for a particular plant. Such microelements can be installed in a polymeric film, which is then used in the construction of greenhouses for certain crops. That allows you to fine-tune the photosynthesis process and therefore increasing the yield by between 50 and 300 percent depending on the variety.

Reducing the environmental impact

The next-generation greenhouse film is made of a special type of quantum dots - solid-state ones i.e. encased in a shell. These are known to have a number of unique qualities:

• resistance against high and low temperatures;
• resilience to mechanical impact;
• harmlessness to the environment and human health.

The use of quantum film is expected to reduce the cost of fertilizers and electricity used. This will help to solve some major environmental problems.

Until recently, increasing yields without chemical agents was considered unimaginable. Meanwhile, experts are constantly talking about the harm caused by the growth stimulators. Let us name just a few aspects of their negative impact:

• Destruction of the humus, a natural soil structure;
• Changes in soil acidity and accumulation of atypical compounds;
• Elimination of useful bacteria involved in biological processes;
• Pollution of the atmosphere and groundwater.

Excessive mineralization of plants affects also the health of people. By eating vegetables with a high nitrate content, a person risks getting a whole bunch of diseases up to cancer.

Equally dangerous is the production of electricity. Power plants of any type are inevitably damaging the environment. Thermal power plants emit excessive amounts of carbon dioxide and hazardous impurities into the air. The construction of hydroelectric power stations causes flooding of fertile land and the destruction of ecosystems, which will eventually result in climate change.

The economic aspect of the energy-saving initiative is of the utmost importance as well. The use of quantum film will bring significant financial benefits and help to increase the cost-effectiveness of any enterprise.

This can be easily demonstrated by comparing only a couple of figures. The price of a square meter of a regular greenhouse film is 2 to 9 rubles, while a quantum film is expected to cost from 8 to 20 rubles. The difference is not too big given the very noticeable effects.

WCO Foundation supports the active use of nanotechnology in all industries, with quantum dots being one of the best examples. The introduction of innovations means a true concern for the environment and a contribution to your own future.

Quantum dots are semiconductor luminophores capable of transmitting the light almost without power loss. This allows for unprecedented brightness and color depth. World Of Clean Oceans specialists have developed a unique backlight for LCDs based on the nanoelements' properties.

It was the first step made to creating transparent monitors and TV screens, multi-touch panels and tables, mobile phones, and other gadgets. Moreover, the innovation can even be used to replace conventional glass windows with functional displays.

A significant advantage of the quantum-dot-based devices is the considerable energy saving factor: in comparison with the analogues, the power consumption is reduced by 25-30 percent. In addition, transparent screens do not require heavy reflective plates and backlighting. In this way, the technology can be implemented almost in any sphere and becomes a great investment.

The analysis of prospects and opportunities for the Sea direction implementation has identified the following conclusions:

1. It is proposed that the Sea topic shall be considered as a standalone area of the company's development to be implemented within the group of first-priority projects.
2. The Sea topic development will allow the company to enter the markets with the potential of 300-400 units over a period of 5-7 years.
3. The project implementation will give a number of significant advantages over the competitors' technologies.
4. The project implementation will open access to unique markets, thereby significantly diversifying the range of the solutions offered.
5. The project is an attractive opportunity for investors
6. The project implementation will provide considerable political and promotional preferences.

DESCRIPTION

The main idea of the topic is to create a solution for the placement of MKU-2000 on a floating base, the role of which can be played by:

1. A floating or stationary offshore platform
2. The ship-borne non-self-propelled barge.
3. Specialized vessel.

The recycling facility is to be located on a platform in the sea or on a docked barge. Special barge-collectors take the waste from the temporary collection points located on the coast to the complex on a regular basis along the routes. This allows for simplified and cheaper waste collection logistics, as the collection barge can use the fuel produced by the facility. The power generated is to be used for the complex's maintenance, while the spare energy can be transferred to the island's general electric grid.

Distinctive features:

• Low tonnage
• High energy efficiency
• Sea implementation
• Mobility
• Self-sustainment

Waste to energy - is it possible?

Absolutely, say the WOCO experts. If one of the Foundation's most prospective projects is to be implemented, numerous data centers around the globe will switch to renewable energy. Today, every company, small or large, has such departments. These are used to store, process, and transmit all the information on a company's activities, starting with the number of employees and ending with the latest transactions. Meanwhile, data center maintenance is a very energy-intensive process, which has a negative impact on the environment, let alone the financial losses. Now we have a more reasonable solution to offer.

The recycling plants WOCO is building around the world do more than just dispose of waste. They also generate energy that can be later used by manufacturers, agricultural companies, and engineering centers.

First and foremost, this concerns data centers - the heart of any company. In the developed world, the process of the energy transition has long been underway. The experts believe that in total, the green markets are worth billions of dollars. The raw facts are, $356 billion was allocated to green energy in the U.S. in 2010-2019. In 2018 alone, the figure amounted to $64.2 billion registering a growth rate of 12 percent.

All this would not be possible without consistent subsidies from both the government and large investors. It sets an example of a responsible approach to the issue that concerns the entire global community today, namely the problem of finding new resources for living on our planet.

Investment Prospects

Today, the search for renewable energy sources is of concern to many large companies. Of course, there are well-known alternatives involving solar or wind power, which, unfortunately, are not entirely flawless. On a cloudy day, the sun cannot produce enough energy, just as there is no power to be generated by the air currents on a windless day. The problem is, the sun and wind are just beyond humans' control.

WORLD OF CLEAN OCEANS has developed a method that does not depend on the whims of the weather - a waste-to-energy technology. This way, everything that contaminates the Earth can be turned to our advantage.

According to scientists, over 250 million tons of solid waste is generated in the USA alone each year. Meaning that this resource not only isn't waning but continues to grow. So why not transform it from a dangerous pollutant into an energy source?

The understanding of this concept is what inspires WOCO to look for new technologies to be adopted in the future. Recycling and power generating plants are some of the modern solutions we can use to change the world for the better.