EWTCOI

The Environmental & Water Technology Centre of Innovation (EWTCOI) was set up in October 2006 as a strategic collaboration between SPRING Singapore (SPRING) (now known as Enterprise Singapore) and Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP). Its mission is to partner strategic industry sectors in applied R&D and consultancy projects to translate ideas into practical solutions or innovations for a sustainable environment.

EWTCOI serves to bridge a gap in the industry whereby Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) who seek practical and market-driven technology solutions can tap on the Centre’s expertise and resources in the four major areas of Water Technology, Sustainable Materials Technology, Energy Efficiency Technology and Membrane Technology.

The EWTCOI team has multi-disciplinary capabilities ranging from environmental & water engineering, chemical engineering, molecular microbiology, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, material science engineering and chemistry.

EWTCOI has worked with global companies such as Siemens of Germany and Kuraray of Japan and local companies such as Sembcorp Industries and Keppel Corporation.

EWTCOI has collaborated with local and overseas research institutions such as National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, University of Ottawa, Ben Gurion University and continues to seek collaboration opportunities with others.

Thus far, EWTCOI’s successes and achievements are largely attributed to its strong networking and outreach to the industry through strategic partnerships with SPRING and key industry associations. To ensure its work with the industry is also in line with national thrusts, EWTCOI also engages and have signed MOUs or Research Collaboration Agreements with government agencies such as Public Utilities Board (PUB), Building & Construction Authority (BCA), Housing and Development Board (HDB), Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) and National Environment Agency (NEA).

Mission

Our multidisciplinary team will partner strategic industry sectors in applied R&D and consultancy projects to translate ideas into practical solutions or innovations for a sustainable environment.

Vision

To be an excellent Centre specialising in environmental and water technology.

View our expertise

The world is always looking for better, more efficient ways to solve problems and overcome challenges related to resources. EWTCOI is positioned to help our partners stay at the forefront of their industry. Building on a strong foundation in areas such as mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering, microbiology, software development and material science, EWTCOI focuses on four areas of development and innovation — Membrane Technology, Water Technology, Energy Efficiency Technology and Sustainable Materials Technology.

Membrane Technology

We tackle membrane-related challenges with our strong expertise in polymer chemistry, chemical engineering, membrane processes and module development.

Water Technology

We help industry partners develop and improve on existing water solutions, especially focusing on industrial wastewater solutions.

Sustainable Materials Technology

We work with industry partners to develop new materials, new uses for waste materials, and new products in a more sustainable way.

Energy Efficiency Technology

We use our expertise to develop new energy efficient solutions and promote green building initiatives.

EWTCOI works with different industry sectors to co-develop sustainable technologies that help facility owners to manage their resources effectively, lower their carbon footprint, and improve indoor environmental quality. Our green innovations are targeted to enhance the long-term sustainability of buildings, improve health and raise work productivity of workers, thus creating long-lasting benefits for our community and planet. 

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TAGIT-MON©​ ( 336KB)

Software Solution​

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Energy Performance Measurement (  267KB)

Equipment for Variable Refrigerant Flow Air-Conditioning Systems

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Variable ( 322KB)

Refrigerant Flow Radiant Ceiling Cooling System​

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eSolar-Shield© ( 305KB)

Paint

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Ladle Steel Slag ( 331KB)

Aggregate for Buildings​

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NEWoodTM​​ ( 343KB)

as Building Composites​

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​Foam Glass ( 398KB)

for Buildings​

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Nanofilters ( 321KB)

for Indoor Air Quality

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​Ash ( 469KB)

to Pavers​

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Industrial resource innovations focus on solutions that help industry optimise and maximise their resources. EWTCOI researchers work to develop cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to the way resources are currently being used. Through collaborations with industry partners, we are also pioneering ways to reduce and recover untapped resources throughout the value chain and, where possible, convert them to high value products. We look forward to collaborating with you to co-create a better future for everyone today and tomorrow.​​

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Waste Plastic ( 377KB)

to Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs)

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Eco-Friendly ( 353KB)

Chemical Descaler

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Pipeline ( 350KB)

Pigs

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Stick-On Sensors​ ( 338KB)

for Fruits

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Heat Recovery ( 315KB)

Phase Change Materials

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Nutrient Recovery ( 301KB)

via Microalgae

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Distil^TM​​​ ( 760KB)

for Product Concentration and Resource Recovery​

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EWTCOI works with different industry sectors to co-develop sustainable technologies that help facility owners to manage their resources effectively, lower their carbon footprint, and improve indoor environmental quality. Our green innovations are targeted to enhance the long-term sustainability of buildings, improve health and raise work productivity of workers, thus creating long-lasting benefits for our community and planet. ​

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​​Graphene Membrane​​ ( 1.2MB)

Graphene Oxide​​​​​​

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​Distil^TM​ ( 326KB)

for Desalination

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Anti-Fouling ( 229KB)

Membranes for MBRs

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NanoFiber^TM ( 313KB)

Nanofiber Production

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Ceramic ( 236KB)

Membranes from Waste

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Membranes ( 408KB)

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Car Wash ( 962KB)

Water Recycler

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