Liquid Trees: A Cutting-Edge Solution That Seems Straight out of Science Fiction!

In the battle against urban pollution and the dwindling quality of life in crowded cities, Serbia has unveiled a cutting-edge solution that seems straight out of science fiction – liquid trees. These trees do not have roots or leaves. They are futuristic devices that hold the key to revolutionizing air quality control. Officially known as bioreactors, these tanks contain a powerful mix of water and microalgae. The magic happens within these tanks as microalgae, fueled by sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide, engage in photosynthesis to capture CO2 and release oxygen. In essence, they function just like trees – purifying the air. Microalgae, incredibly tiny organisms, breathe life into these tanks. As they inhale, pollutants are absorbed, while pure, revitalized air is exhaled. The more they work, the greener they become, akin to the growth of a real tree. This innovation, aptly named Liquid 3, addresses the pollution woes of urban areas where space for traditional parks and trees is scarce. One Liquid 3 unit can clean as much air as a 20-year-old tree. What's more, these solar-powered marvels are remarkably efficient, quick to build and instantly effective. But the ingenuity doesn't stop there. These bioreactors in Serbia double as benches, offering urban dwellers a comfortable spot to relax. They even provide power outlets for charging mobile phones. While Liquid 3 currently graces the streets of Belgrade, the future holds exciting prospects, with plans to introduce these urban air saviors in cities like Paris, New York, and New Delhi. In a world where planting new trees in sprawling metropolises is a challenge, Liquid 3 emerges as an inspiring and practical solution to combat pollution and enhance the urban environment.

Know About This Single Tree That Works Like a Forest to Curb Pollution

We all know how important trees are for cleaning the air and how chopping down trees in the name of development has resulted in increased levels of air pollution.  It would have been a great boon to our ecology if the saplings we planted could immediately grow into trees, but that is not possible as trees take a very long time to grow. Scientists at Biomitech, a Mexican startup have now come up with this artificial tree called Biourban that is capable of sucking up the equivalent amount of air pollution as 368 living trees, in other words, a mini forest. The company claims that the artificial tree not only saves on growing time but also on the space needed to accommodate them.   How Biourban Works The Biourban is nearly 14-foot tall and is made of metal. It holds microalgae that pull carbon dioxide and other contaminants from the air and returns pure oxygen in exchange. Thus, it follows the natural process of photosynthesis and is a great success. The only downside is that it costs around $50,000. This exorbitant cost may act as a deterrent to obtain it in places of the world where it may be much needed. Uses Of Biourban According to Jaime Ferrer, a founding partner in Biomitech, this system inhales air pollution through technology and gives out clean air through a natural process. It will be helpful for those cities to achieve cleaner air where it’s not possible to plant a large number of trees. According to the World Health Organization, each year, an estimated 7 million people die from exposure to air pollution which amounts to more than five times the almost 1.25 million people who die in road crashes each year. In present times, this artificial tree is a much needed modern invention to tackle the issue of air pollution. Image Source: Inceptive Mind