Tag: wastewater management

Barking up the right tree – Another first in Phosphorus removal for United utilities

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BARKING-UP-THE-RIGHT-TREE

United Utilities has become the first water company in the UK to implement an innovative plant-based method for phosphorus removal, addressing a significant environmental challenge. Excess phosphorus is the leading cause of water quality failures in England and Wales, prompting increasing regulatory pressures and investments in wastewater management. Currently, UK water companies spend approximately £39 million annually on metal-based chemicals for phosphorus removal, with rising demand and costs. This chemical approach poses challenges for small, rural sites due to higher investment needs and logistical limitations. Last year, United Utilities led…

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Grey water management and natural purification processes

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Grey Water Management

INTRODUCTION Grey water refers to the wastewater generated from domestic activities, including water from bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry. While it is typically contaminated, it is not as hazardous as black water (from toilets). In areas with high population density, such as the Lower Ganges Basin and other river basins, managing grey water presents a significant challenge. This article discusses the natural purification and settlement processes of grey water that exist within local ecosystems. The primary contaminants found in grey water include: Detergents and Surfactants: From laundry and dishwashing soaps, these…

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MUNICIPAL WATER MANAGEMENT

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One cannot think about life without water. We are blessed with adequate natural resources of water, but increasing population, the alarming rate of global warming and rapid industrialization coupled with lack of adequate and improved management of the water supply systems resulted in the increased rate of water consumption, wastage of water and deteriorating condition of the water supply networks, resulted in the scarcity of water. Pure and safe drinking water has always been a necessity for human life. It is therefore desirable that every individual has access to safe,…

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