Environmental Technology Centre (ENVTC)
Republic Polytechnic’s Environmental Technology Centre (ENVTC) undertakes applied research and development in the areas of renewable energy, sustainable products, waste and water management, environmental conservation and aquaculture.
Research focuses on:
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Technology development for waste and water management
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Conversion of waste to energy and value-added resource
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Conservation and biodiversity studies
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Marine science and aquaculture
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Composting and mycology
Students have access to the following resources within the Centre:
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Water Technology Laboratory equipped with instruments for water quality analysis
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Renewable Energy Laboratory for bioenergy production and analysis
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Aquaculture Centre with controlled environment indoor and outdoor facilities
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RP-JCU joint lab for study of coastal marine ecology
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Greenhouse for urban farming and hydroponic system