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This Technology is Saving Communities Millions | EP 3
The Powell Water team explains how electrocoagulation and microalgae in existing lagoons can help small Colorado communities meet strict effluent limits.
Colorado's effluent rules for wastewater treatment plants have grown stricter over time. Many communities now have to upgrade their plants to comply, and for a small rural town that cost is a heavy burden. In this Engineers for Communities episode, the Powell Water team explains how its design modifies existing lagoons with a mix of electrocoagulation and microalgae to meet Colorado's strict effluent limits. The team also talks about cost savings compared with mechanical plants.
Guests
Scott, Jeff and Judd of the Powell Water team.
In this episode
- The history and formation of Powell Water.
- What electrocoagulation and microalgae are.
- Electrocoagulation compared with chemical coagulation.
- Cost savings compared with mechanical treatment plants.
- Installing Powell Water's system in new communities.
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