Main Objective:
Design and execution of a plant for the treatment of urban wastewater, with final discharge into a public watercourse, integrating sustainable and environmentally respectful solutions.
Conceptual Framework and Context
- The plant is designed to treat an average flow of 11.6 m³/day.
- The project was completed in 9 months, including construction and commissioning.
- Full environmental integration was prioritized:
- Design adapted to the terrain profile.
- Renaturalization and landscape restoration.
- Transplanting and planting of native species.
- Gravity-based operation without the need for electrical connection.
Treatment System Used
- Initial pre-treatment of wastewater.
- First stage with vertical flow constructed wetlands.
- Intermediate treatment in Imhoff tank (settling and solids digestion).
- Second stage with a second set of vertical wetlands.
- Final stage in a horizontal wetland, completing the natural purification process.
Key Results
- The system achieved positive results after only 2.5 months of operation.
- Treated water quality meets regulatory standards.
- Processes were validated through pilot testing prior to full implementation.
The project successfully combined biological treatment, environmental integration, and energy self-sufficiency.
