Nature-Based Solutions, Enhanced by Technology
BlueDrop offers cutting-edge Aerated Constructed Wetlands (ACWs) as a sustainable and effective solution for wastewater treatment. This technology combines the natural purification processes of conventional constructed wetlands with the enhanced efficiency of controlled aeration. As part of our full-stack water solutions, ACWs provide a green, low-energy, and robust alternative for treating municipal, industrial, and agricultural wastewater.
In an ACW system, wastewater flows through a specially designed bed of media (like gravel or sand) planted with wetland vegetation. Forced aeration within the bed significantly increases the oxygen supply to the microbial communities responsible for pollutant degradation. This enhancement allows for higher treatment capacities, smaller footprints, and more consistent performance compared to traditional passive wetlands, especially for wastewaters with high organic loads or ammonia concentrations.
Key Features & Advantages of ACWs:
- Enhanced pollutant removal (BOD, COD, TSS, Nitrogen, Pathogens)
- Smaller land footprint compared to conventional wetlands
- Lower energy consumption compared to many conventional treatment systems
- Robust and resilient to varying influent loads and conditions
- Low sludge production and simple operation
- Aesthetically pleasing and promotes biodiversity
- Suitable for decentralized applications and sensitive environments
BlueDrop designs, builds, and operates Aerated Constructed Wetlands tailored to specific site conditions and treatment goals, providing a truly sustainable and efficient wastewater management solution.