Gran Canaria Selected for LIFE ELEKTRA Pilot Plant to Combat Nitrate Contamination
In February 2025, the Instituto Tecnológico de Canarias hosted the yearly General Assembly for the LIFE ELEKTRA project in Pozo Izquierdo, Gran Canaria. The meeting focused on addressing the current developments and future works of the LIFE ELEKTRA project. During the visit, consortium members evaluated potential locations for installing a pilot plant, with the collaboration […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Presents Circular Water Innovation at CONAMA 2024
On December 2, 2024, the LIFE ELEKTRA project showcased its innovative approach to sustainable water management at CONAMA 2024, Spain’s premier environmental conference. The event gathered policymakers, researchers, and innovators to address global sustainability challenges. The presentation emphasized LIFE ELEKTRA’s mission to transform nitrate-contaminated water into clean, drinkable water. The project employs electrochemical reduction technology […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Showcased at XLIV Electrochemistry Group Meeting and 5th E3 Mediterranean Symposium
In July 2024, Professor Vicente Montiel from University of Alicante presented the LIFE ELEKTRA project at the XLIV Meeting of the Electrochemistry Group of the Royal Spanish Society of Chemistry (RSEQ) and the 5th E3 Mediterranean Symposium, held in Bilbao, Spain. During his presentation, Professor Montiel highlighted LIFE ELEKTRA’s innovative approach to sustainable water treatment […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Prepares Pilot Plant for Deployment in Gran Canaria
In a significant advancement for the LIFE ELEKTRA project, the pilot plant developed at Aguas de Valencia’s facilities in Gandia has successfully advanced in testing and will be containerized in the upcoming months. This milestone marks a pivotal step in demonstrating the project’s innovative approach to sustainable water treatment. The pilot plant is set to […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Engages Emerging Water Leaders at the First European Young Water Professionals Conference (Copenhagen, Denmark)
In October 2023, representatives from Aguas de Valencia’s Innovation Drinking Water department presented the LIFE ELEKTRA project at the first European Young Water Professionals (YWP) Conference, organized by Young Water Professionals Denmark (YWPDK) in Copenhagen. This inaugural event convened over 150 young professionals from across Europe to discuss advancements and innovations in the water sector. […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Highlights Nitrate Removal and Green Hydrogen Production at 37th AEAS Congress
In May 2023, the LIFE ELEKTRA project was prominently featured at the 37th Congress of the Spanish Association of Water Supply and Sanitation (AEAS) in Castellón, Spain. This esteemed event convened professionals from across the water sector to discuss advancements in water treatment and sustainable practices. Representatives from LIFE ELEKTRA presented the project’s innovative approach […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Advances Hydrogen Storage Research with Metal Hydride Testing
The LIFE ELEKTRA project is progressing in its exploration of sustainable energy solutions by conducting hydrogen storage tests using metal hydride technology. In collaboration with the Instituto Tecnológico de la Energía and Aguas de Valencia, the project aims to assess the feasibility of storing hydrogen in the form of hydrides for later use as an […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Publishes Groundbreaking Research on Zero Liquid Discharge Brine Treatment
The LIFE ELEKTRA project has achieved a significant milestone with the publication of its first scientific paper, titled “Towards a zero liquid discharge process from brine treatment: Water recovery, nitrate electrochemical elimination and potential valorization of hydrogen and salts,” in the prestigious journal Science of the Total Environment. This study presents an innovative approach to […]
LIFE ELEKTRA Showcased at Transfiere 2024: Advancing Sustainable Water Innovation
In March 2024, María Pedro, Project Manager at Aguas de Valencia, presented the LIFE ELEKTRA project at Transfiere 2024, the European Meeting on Science, Technology, and Innovation, held at the FYCMA – Trade Fairs and Congress Center of Málaga. This premier event serves as a nexus for the Spanish innovation ecosystem, connecting science, technology, and […]
Global Omnium Presents LIFE ELEKTRA at PTEA Working Group 3 Webinar
On November 21, 2023, Global Omnium, through Aguas de Valencia, presented the LIFE ELEKTRA project during a webinar organized by Working Group 3 of the Spanish Water Technology Platform (PTEA). This session focused on water treatment and purification, bringing together professionals from LIFE and H2020 projects, including representatives from public and private entities, as well […]
