La soluzione al dramma ambientale del cromo esavalente | Gian Luca Falleti | TEDxMirandola

Environmental Impact of Hexavalent Chromium - Hexavalent chromium (chromium-6) is a potent carcinogen found in industrial productions like metal finishing, contaminating water, air, and soil [4] - Traditional chromium-based processes generate approximately 30% waste, requiring energy-intensive recycling, resulting in a significant carbon footprint [10] - The company's alternative solution reduces energy consumption by over 25% [8] - Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) indicates the company's solution has an 80% lower carbon footprint compared to traditional chromium electroplating [11] Innovative Solution - The company has developed an organic and inorganic compound made from glass, utilizing cold vitrification to eliminate the use of hexavalent chromium [7] - The developed compound is non-toxic and 100% recyclable [8] - The solution has been tested on a large scale with significant companies, demonstrating improved performance compared to chromium-6 [9][11] Societal Impact - The story of Erin Brockovich highlights the devastating health consequences (malformations, tumors) of hexavalent chromium contamination on communities [4] - The company's innovation aims to enable factories to eliminate toxic emissions and protect public health [12] - The company's goal is to transform existing chromium electroplating facilities into greener operations, preserving jobs [8]