Project partners: Swerim , MycoMine
Grant: 500,000 SEK
Project Duration: November 30, 2026 – October 31, 2027
Contact: David Malmström, Swerim, +46703054045
Purpose and objectives
The purpose of the project is to investigate the feasibility of combining biological water treatment with continuous online analysis to create a verifiable and cost-effective solution for treating industrial water streams. The project is based on MycoMine’s fungus-based treatment technology and Swerim’s SCGD analysis technology. The goal is to evaluate technical feasibility, customer needs, and market potential, as well as to develop a basis for a future demonstration project in a relevant industrial setting.
Expected impacts and results
The project is expected to provide greater insight into how biological treatment and continuous process monitoring can be combined to reduce emissions of environmentally hazardous substances while improving control of treatment processes. The results will serve as a basis for decision-making regarding the continued development and demonstration of the solution, including identified areas of application, customer needs, and technical requirements. In the longer term, the solution can contribute to more efficient water treatment, faster feedback on treatment results, and a more resource-efficient use of water in industry. In this way, the project contributes to Water Wise Society’s mission of sustainable water for all by strengthening the ability to prevent and reduce the spread of pollutants into the aquatic environment.
Planned approach and implementation
The project is being carried out as a feasibility study in close collaboration between Swerim and MycoMine, as well as in consultation with existing and potential customers. The work comprises three main components: analysis of customer needs and market potential, evaluation of the technical feasibility of the integrated solution, and development of a concept for future demonstration and implementation. Customer dialogs, laboratory studies, and joint workshops are being used to identify the application areas where the solution can provide the greatest benefit and serve as a basis for a subsequent demonstration project.
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Goals and tasks
- Thriving and healthy waters
- Wise use of water
