The WET Center
The Water & Environmental Technology (“WET”) Center is a former National Science Foundation (NSF) Industry / University Cooperative Research Center (I/UCRC) with sites at Temple University, University of Arizona, and Arizona State University. The Center was established in 2009. There are a number of industrial and government entities as members of the WET Center.
Rominder Suri
Director
Dr. Rominder Suri is the Director of the W.E.T. Center in the College of Engineering and Professor of Environmental Engineering at Temple University.
His research involves the evaluation of emerging contaminants of concern, water quality, and physical/chemical methods for water purification.
The WET Center
Research Areas
The WET Center is dedicated to advancing water treatment technologies and scientific information systems across various industrial sectors. Key areas of research focus include water reuse, drinking water and wastewater treatment, source water protection, and environmental studies.
Industry Impact
Through collaborations with industry and government entities, innovative solutions are developed to address water and environmental challenges. Key areas of work include water for industrial manufacturing, risk assessments, sustainability, and analytical methods development to meet the evolving needs of diverse industries.
Community Engagement
The WET Center is dedicated to advancing knowledge and technology for the benefit of industry and society. Through research and strategic partnerships, impactful products and solutions are developed to support a sustainable future.
The WET Center focuses on advancing water and environmental technologies to address pressing challenges. Research efforts emphasize innovative approaches for water treatment, environmental protection, and sustainable practices. These efforts support the development of impactful solutions that benefit society and the environment.