UK project to reduce PFAS pollution is awarded Stockholm Junior Water Prize
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) pollution is a growing concern worldwide. Focusing on the
For this, they were announced the winners of the Stockholm Junior Water Prize, an international competition where students between the ages of 15 and 20 present solutions to major water challenges.
Speaking on winning the prize, Zhao said, “We are very proud to have won this prize. It has been an amazing stay here in
The Jury noted that Whitfield and Zhao “find a way to take data and turn it into actionable knowledge. [They have] identified PFAS hotspots using machine learning, field tested their results, developed a cost-effective filtration system, and reached out to local governments and environmental organizations to raise awareness.”
The winners were presented with their prize during an award ceremony at World Water Week by HRH Crown
The Diploma of Excellence was awarded to
The People’s Choice Award went to
The Stockholm Junior Water Prize has been organized every year since 1997. It is hosted by the
“Innovation is paving the way to a more water-secure world, and the next generation are accelerating progress. The Stockholm Junior Water Prize competitors are an inspiring example of the ingenuity and passion young innovators bring to the table. On behalf of
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Stockholm Junior Water Prize:
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Diploma of Excellence:
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People’s Choice Award:
Brazil
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