The Laboratory of Cold Plasma and Advanced Techniques for Improving Environmental Systems (PlaNET) within FORTH/ICE-HT structure began its research activities in 2018.
PlaNET’s mission is to advance plasma-based research with applications in environmental and industrial challenges. Its work spans fundamental studies in plasma physics and chemistry to the development of plasma reactors at both laboratory and pilot scales.
The laboratory’s core research areas include:
(i) Soil and waste remediation
(ii) Wastewater treatment
(iii) Plasma characterization and characterization of plasma-activated water
(iv) Adsorbent activation and regeneration for wastewater treatment
Additionally, PlaNET explores the potential of non-thermal plasma in food decontamination, biomass valorization, materials functionalization, and cancer treatment.
PlaNET serves as a bridge between fundamental research and large-scale industrial applications. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, it is well-positioned to support its research and development activities.
PlaNET’s long-term vision is to establish a comprehensive research framework that integrates non-thermal plasma with other scientific approaches. This framework aims to develop sustainable, cost-effective, and scalable solutions for environmental restoration. At the same time, PlaNET is committed to unlocking the full potential of non-thermal plasma technology across diverse research fields.
