Contaminated drinking water poses a significant threat to public health and welfare. Among the most dangerous contaminants are lead and copper, which have been linked to numerous health problems, particularly in children. However, recent studies have shown that regulations aimed at curbing these contaminants in drinking water can not only…
Lead contamination in drinking water is an increasingly alarming issue that has been plaguing major cities across the United States. While high-profile cases such as Flint, Michigan, and Washington, D.C., have brought attention to this issue, they are sadly not isolated instances. From Jackson, Mississippi, to Chicago, Illinois, numerous cities…
Uruguay, an established, thriving country with historically abundant water resources, now faces a severe water scarcity crisis affecting over half of its population. Years of underinvestment in water infrastructure and three consecutive years of drought have led to the depletion of the single reservoir supplying water to the metropolitan area…
As the world continues to face water scarcity challenges, it’s crucial to learn from past crises to help us prepare for the future better. In 2017, Cape Town, South Africa, faced an alarming water shortage crisis, which threatened to cut off the city’s water supply. The city’s “Day Zero” crisis…
US citizens expect access to clean and safe drinking water, yet hundreds of thousands across the country are being denied this basic right. From Houston, Texas to Jackson, Mississippi, residents in numerous American cities face daily struggles accessing clean water for their families and communities – a critical issue that…
Purafy’s project leader Dr. Arghavan Mirahsani is working with two professors in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Queen’s University, Dr. Louise Meunier and Dr. Ehssan Koupaie, on a recently awarded NSERC Alliance, which will develop a “Graphene Kidney” mechanism to treat Canadian waters contaminated with polyfluoroalkyl substances. What are…
In April 2022, Purafy announced its partnership with researchers at Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College to test its innovative new greywater recycling system at Kate’s Rest Foundation, a property that provides permanent housing geared towards people who were once homeless or were at risk of homelessness in Prince Edward…
Canada is currently dealing with a massive problem that affects millions of people, but most people have never heard of it!. The country is in the process of identifying, and replacing, thousands of asbestos lead pipes that could be poisoning citizens’ drinking water. This is an urgent issue as there…
For many, plastic water bottles are an essential part of their everyday lives. But for the environment, they are a source of unnecessary pollution. Hawaii’s latest iteration of a plastic ban may arrive in 2024, this time restricting the use of plastic water bottles in an effort to stop water…
If you’ve ever wondered how seawater can be transformed into safe, drinkable freshwater, the answer lies in desalination. Desalination is a process used to remove salt and other impurities from seawater so that it can be consumed as drinking water. This process has been around for centuries, but technological advancements…
Purafy’s proprietary and patented graphene products and applications revolutionize the power, capacity, and cost-efficiency of existing water filtration technologies. But how effective are they compared to other water filtration technologies commonly available? In this Purafy blog, we dive deep into the technology that has made the G10 cartridge, the SHIELD,…
When natural disasters strike, one of the first things considered in coordinating an emergency response is water, and with good reason. It’s indispensable, and people need water to drink, cook, wash, and maintain personal hygiene. It’s also essential to ensure that those affected by natural disasters have access to clean…
Earlier this fall, Baltimore became the latest major North American city to struggle with contaminated water. E. coli, a common form of bacteria, was detected in several areas across the city, affecting 1,500 people. City officials issued three sites in West Baltimore a boil-water advisory in September, which also impacted…
If you’re like most people, you have probably never heard of Legionnaires’ Disease before. It is a bacterial infection that can be deadly if not treated properly. Earlier this year, a cluster of cases were discovered in New York City’s Bronx borough, and two people who contracted the disease died.…
It’s no secret that Europe has been experiencing some intense droughts lately. According to a preliminary examination by EU experts from the European Union’s Joint Research Center, Europe is experiencing the worst drought in at least 500 years, with nearly two-thirds of the continent having entered a drought alert this…
Purafy’s project leader Dr. Arghavan Mirahsani is working with two professors in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Queen’s University, Dr. Louise Meunier and Dr. Ehssan Koupaie, on a recently awarded NSERC Alliance project which will develop a “Graphene Kidney” mechanism that can treat waters contaminated with polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).…
Purafy Water Technologies is pleased to announce that its Research Consultant Anil Kumar Avula is one of the winners of the Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW). Anil, who has been a key member of Purafy’s research and development team for nearly two years, was formally disclosed…
On June 5th, we celebrate World Environment Day. This is a day when we come together to appreciate and protect our planet. It’s more important than ever to focus on environmental issues, as climate change continues to be a major global threat. There are many ways that you can take…
Water is one of the most essential resources for life. It is vital for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and irrigating crops. Yet, water is often taken for granted. Unsustainable water management practices and a lack of access to water and sanitation can lead to water shortages, water pollution, and an increased…
Purafy Clean Technologies, a Kingston-based company that provides advanced, market-leading solutions to the world’s water challenges, has partnered with St. Lawrence College and Queen’s University to research and develop a patent-pending, Made-in-Canada greywater recycling technology. The greywater system will aim to purify and recycle wastewater from baths, sinks, washing machines,…
World Water Day is celebrated annually on March 22nd to raise awareness about the importance of water and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The day also highlights the need for everyone to take action to make sure that water is used sustainably, not just on World Water…
Water is our planet’s most invaluable resource, and it is one that must be both accessible and secure for a society to function. With climate change increasingly taking its toll on the planet, extreme weather patterns regularly impact water supply. Natural disasters can ruin homes and lives and disrupt the…
As the population grows, the globe warms up and natural disasters occur, water scarcity is a problem that the world needs to face now. According to UNICEF, four billion people — more than half of the world’s population — experience severe water scarcity for at least one month each year.…