Supercritical water oxidation

Supercritical Water Oxidation (SCWO) is a chemical process used to treat organic materials, particularly hazardous waste, through the application of supercritical water as a solvent and reaction medium. In this process, water is heated above its critical temperature (approximately 374 °C or 705 °F) and pressure (around 22.1 MPa or 3,200 psi), transforming it into a supercritical state where it exhibits unique properties that facilitate the breakdown of organic compounds.