As part of its commitment to fostering industry–academia collaboration and advancing sustainable technologies, UPL University of Sustainable Technology (UUST), a private university based in Ankleshwar, undertook a sponsored research project for Enviro Technology Limited (ETL) whereby UUST have successfully recovered Silver and Mercury from Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) wastewater through patented process.

The research focused on developing an innovative process for the recovery of valuable materials, including silver and mercury, from Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) wastewater. Through extensive scientific investigation and process development, UUST successfully designed a specialized recovery technology that enables efficient extraction of these precious materials while promoting environmentally responsible wastewater management.

Recognizing the novelty and industrial significance of the innovation, UUST initiated the patent application process and successfully secured a patent for the above technology. The university developed the patented process technology on behalf of ETL under the sponsored research program, demonstrating the effectiveness of collaborative research between academia and industry in addressing real-world environmental challenges.

The patented technology is now being commercialized by ETL for deployment across national and international markets. The successful installation of an advanced Silver and Mercury recovery plant based on this technology by BEIL Infrastructure Limited (BEIL) marks a significant milestone in the practical implementation of the research and highlights the growing impact of university-led innovation on sustainable industrial development.

The project demonstrates a strong collaboration between industry and academia, focusing on environmental sustainability, resource recovery, and technological innovation in wastewater treatment.

Speaking about the Silver and Mercury recovery technology using industrial waste, Ashok Panjwani, President, UPL University of Sustainable Technology and Director, BEIL Group companies said, “This technology represents a major breakthrough in converting industrial waste into valuable resources while supporting environmental protection. We are proud to collaborate with academic institutions in developing a globally scalable solution that can create significant industrial and ecological impact.”

“The commercialization of this patented technology will open new opportunities for sustainable recovery systems across industries in India and international markets,” added Panjwani.

The successful establishment of the plant at BEIL further demonstrates the practical application and industrial scalability of this innovative technology, creating both economic and environmental value through sustainable resource recovery.