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This paper demonstrates a system that efficiently captures fog while simultaneously degrading organic pollutants. A wire mesh coated with TiO2 nanoparticles embedded in a polymer matrix acts as the core. Sunlight activates the TiO2, decomposing organic molecules. The mesh's wettability is engineered for enhanced water extraction. Outdoor tests show good fog harvesting and >85% water treatment efficiency, offering an energy-free solution to water scarcity.

Publisher

Nature Sustainability

Published On

Aug 17, 2023

Authors

Ritwick Ghosh, Adrien Baut, Giorgio Belleri, Michael Kappl, Hans-Jürgen Butt, Thomas M. Schutzius

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