Ozone–Vacuum-Based Decontamination: Balancing Environmental Responsibility and Textile Waste

Alexandra Bodoga (), Andreea Nistorac (), Alin Dragomir, Eugen Constantin Ailenei, Arina Seul, Mariana Diaconu, Catalin Dumitrel Balan and Maria Carmen Loghin
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Alexandra Bodoga: Faculty of Industrial Design and Business Management, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 29 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Andreea Nistorac: Faculty of Industrial Design and Business Management, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 29 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Alin Dragomir: Faculty of Electronics, Telecommunications and Information Technology, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Eugen Constantin Ailenei: Faculty of Industrial Design and Business Management, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 29 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Arina Seul: Faculty of Industrial Design and Business Management, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 29 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Mariana Diaconu: Cristofor Simionescu Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Environmental Protection, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Catalin Dumitrel Balan: Cristofor Simionescu Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Environmental Protection, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 73 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania
Maria Carmen Loghin: Faculty of Industrial Design and Business Management, “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi, 29 Prof. Dimitrie Mangeron Blvd., 700050 Iasi, Romania

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 22, 1-16

Abstract: This study explores the use of ozone decontamination as a sustainable approach for eradicating pathogens from various environments. Ozone, a highly reactive gas, demonstrates remarkable efficacy in eliminating bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Decontamination of textile materials using an innovative ozone treatment method conducted under vacuum conditions has been investigated. A hybrid apparatus comprising a vacuum and an ozone generator was employed for the decontamination process. Ozone decontamination offers environmental benefits by avoiding harmful by-products and minimising long-term environmental exposure. However, challenges include the need for proper equipment and training to ensure safety and effectiveness. This research underscores the promise of ozone decontamination as a powerful and eco-friendly method for pathogen eradication in textile materials with future developments in diverse settings.

Keywords: textile decontamination; E. coli bacteria; C. albicans fungi; biological load reduction; pathogen agents (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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