To work towards achieving the objective of Net Zero Emission, both businesses and governments have been progressively implementing various strategies, includes the adoption of green production technologies and substantial investments in clean energy source. These measures are put in place to guarantee that industries can align themselves with the Net Zero Emission target. Simultaneously, the transition process within industries may alter the emission properties of heavy metal species in relevant industries. In recent year, the global trend of the Circular Economy has emerged. Along with industrial development, raw material recycles (i.e. Heavy metal), effluent water quality control, and real-time detection technology can assist industries in implementing resource recycling and reuse. In this context, the selection of rapid, accurate and cost-effective detection apparatus is crucial. In this project, an inventory and investigation of the domestic heavy metal industry was firstly conducted. Based on the survey results, the copper and nickel are selected as target heavy metal ions since they are the most prominent heavy metal element applied in Taiwan’s industry. Based on the literature review, two innovative heavy metal detection technology includes electrochemical and plasma-based technology are established for feasibility assessments. In addition to establishing innovative measurement methods and optimized operational parameters, the relevant verification such as linear range, precision, accuracy and detection limits were carried out. The results showed that during the laboratory testing phase, two measurement technology shows the capability on heavy metal detection. However, for the analysis of real water samples, further investigation into water sample matrix interferences is needed to enhance future applicability. Besides, preliminary plans have been made for the suggested development path over the next 3 years, including prototype design, production, and filed testing, with the aim of improving the future practical feasibility of the development of innovative heavy metal sensing apparatus.

Heavy Metal, Industrial Transformation, Detection Technology