Gonzalo Vega

CAPTOPLASTIC S.L. is an innovative technology company founded in 2020, based on a patent from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. It focuses on the detection, quantification, and capture of microplastics in water, with the goal of protecting both the environment and human health. Its patented technology includes a control system that enables precise quantification of microplastics in complex matrices, and a capture system that removes up to 90% of microplastics in continuous water streams, preventing them from reaching sludge and promoting resource reuse. Additionally, CAPTOPLASTIC explores the reuse of captured microplastics in sustainable products. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, CAPTOPLASTIC has gained recognition as a leader in solutions to combat microplastic pollution.