The Promise and Pitfalls of Nanotechnology in Environmental Remediation

Author(s)	Dr. LOVEPREET SINGH
Country	India
Abstract	Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising tool in the field of environmental remediation, offering unique solutions to some of the most pressing pollution challenges of our time. With nanomaterials exhibiting exceptional surface properties, reactivity, and specificity, they have been widely explored for removing heavy metals, organic pollutants, and other contaminants from air, water, and soil. However, despite these advantages, significant scientific, regulatory, and ethical concerns persist regarding their use in real-world environments. This perspective critically explores both the potential and pitfalls of applying nanotechnology in remediation, highlighting its groundbreaking prospects while emphasizing the need for caution, long-term risk assessment, and policy development. Bridging the gap between research and practical implementation will require interdisciplinary collaboration, safer design strategies, and global regulatory frameworks. Responsible innovation one that balances performance with precaution is essential to ensure that nanotechnology becomes a tool not only of remediation but also of sustainable progress.
Keywords	Nanotechnology; Environment Impact; Research gaps; Ethical considerations.
Field	Engineering
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On	2025-06-17
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.46446
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9qp5f

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