Application of nanotechnology in soil remediation and water management

Particularly in the areas of water management and soil remediation, nanotechnology has shown great promise as a solution for tackling environmental issues. Engineered nanoparticles (ENPs), such as metal oxides, carbon nanotubes and zero-valent iron, offer efficient and cost-effective alternatives for eliminating heavy metals, organic contaminants and pathogens from contaminated soil and water systems. In soil remediation, nanoparticles increase the breakdown of contaminants, facilitate nutrient availability and improve soil structure, ultimately restoring fertility. In water management, nanoparticles are utilized for enhanced filtration, adsorption and disinfection procedures, ensuring the removal of hazardous pollutants and increasing water quality. The high surface area, reactivity and tuneable features of nanoparticles make them excellent for targeted and sustained environmental interventions. However, worries regarding the possible environmental and human health dangers of nanoparticle applications demand greater research on their long-term implications. This study discusses the many applications of nanotechnology in soil remediation and water management, highlighting the possible benefits and resolving the accompanying problems.

Keywords: Nanotechnology, soil remediation, water management, engineered nanoparticles, heavy metals.