Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)
Development of a flow-through liquid-liquid extraction system for extraction of organic compounds from aqueous solutions
Rapelang Ts’emane Chemical Society Lesotho E-mail: rapelangtsemane@gmail.com
This research focused on developing a fast, simple, and cost-effective method for extracting and pre- concentrating organic compounds from aqueous environments. The method uses an immobilised organic liquid through which the aqueous solution of organic pollutants is passed through to enable extraction. The significance of flow-through extraction lies in its ability to meet the growing demands of environmentally friendly analytical techniques. As these techniques strive for higher efficiency, cheaper and less time-consuming, flow-through extraction emerges as a key technique that aligns with these objectives. This research aligns with SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production and indirectly supports SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation . For SDG 12 , the method promotes environmentally sustainable analytical techniques by reducing the need for hazardous chemicals and minimizing waste. Also, by being a quicker and more affordable method, the method contributes to sustainable production and resource efficiency. For SDG 6 , the method enables efficient extraction and analysis of organic compounds in water, aiding in water quality monitoring and the detection of pollutants, which is essential for maintaining clean and safe water resources. This research contributes to sustainability by innovating greener methods that improve water analysis while reducing environmental impact. Key words: Flow-through, Preconcentration, Organic pollutants, Green chemistry
P98
© The Author(s), 2025
Made with FlippingBook Learn more on our blog