HOW TO RECYCLE MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER IN AUSTRALIA

The Benefits

Australia is the driest inhabited continent on the planet and recycling water can satisfy most water demands. When it comes to municipal wastewater treatment, it's most commonly used for non-potable purposes (not for drinking). It can be used to satisfy water needs for:

• Farming/agriculture• Landscaping• Public parks• Irrigation• And much more

Government Water Conservation

The Australian Government encourages the smart use of water under the Water for the Future Imitative. It is built on 4 key priorities:

• Take action on climate change• Use water wisely• Secure water supplies• Support healthy rivers & wetlands

Using Water Wisely

Under the water conservation initiative, the government focuses on providing investment in improved efficiency and productivity on farm irrigation water use, help irrigation water upgrade infrastructure, fund private irrigation infrastructure operations and modernize its use both on and off the farm.

How Is Municipal Wastewater Treated?

Wastewater treatment can be done in a variety of ways, in which, an experienced company like UGL can deliver efficient and eco-friendly treatment methods. Some wastewater treatment methods include:

• Screenings and grit removal• Biological nutrient removal• Membrane filtration• Sludge treatment• Odor control• Chemical treatment• And many more

Membrane Technology

Membrane technology is an advanced form of wastewater treatment and can produce high quality drinking water. The implementation of membrane technology through microfiltration, ultrafiltration or nano-filtration can produce drinking water from seawater and other contaminated sources.

The Future

80% of Australian inhabitants live near a major body of water or the coast, which means membrane technology will be able to convert undrinkable water into high quality drinking water for years to come. The focus may be on conserving water supplies for those more in-land as it's much harder to sustain reliable water sources in those areas.