Analysis of supercritical water oxidation for detoxification of waste organic solvent in university based on life cycle assessment

► We assess a supercritical water oxidation (SCWO) process for hazardous solvent. ► Our analysis can reveal its environmental aspects using life cycle assessment (LCA). ► Negligible risk of creating dioxin and particulate matter is an important characteristic. ► Environmental impacts of SCWO should be interpreted with its merits as a detoxification process. ► Right technologies should be implemented for sustainable universities.