Wastewater Treatment System
Water treatment plants are adopting microgrid technology to enhance efficiency and reliability. By integrating renewable energy, these plants ensure sustainable power while reducing their carbon footprint and improving resilience outages.
Overview
Microgrids Enhance Water Sustainability.
Microgrid technology is revolutionizing water treatment plants by enhancing their efficiency and reliability. By integrating renewable energy sources, these facilities can ensure a sustainable power supply while significantly reducing their carbon footprint. This innovative approach not only improves resilience during outages but also supports the overall goal of a greener, more sustainable future for water management. As the demand for clean water continues to rise, microgrid technology offers a promising solution for meeting these challenges head-on.
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Problem Statement
Wastewater treatment facilities are among the most energy-intensive public services, with energy making up 30%–40% of total operating costs. As climate change intensifies and grid reliability declines, many facilities face increased risk of service disruptions, environmental discharge violations, and rising electricity expenses. Historically, the high upfront cost of microgrids placed them out of reach—until now.
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Uninterruptible Power Supply Solutions
Modern microgrid-based Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) solutions are tailored to the critical needs of WWTPs. A UPS integrated with BESS and renewable sources like solar or biogas ensures seamless continuity of treatment processes during grid outages. These solutions prevent catastrophic spills, protect infrastructure, and keep systems running during peak demand or public grid failures.
E-Statcom Solution
Voltage Stability with E-STATCOM
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Real-time Voltage Control
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Stabilizes Renewable Inputs
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Reduces Sags And Surges
Power Quality & Compliance
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Reactive Power Support
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Grid Code Compliance
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Protects Equipment
Grid Issues in Wastewater
Traditional grid-dependent systems lack the flexibility, resiliency, and control necessary to adapt to evolving energy demands, particularly in mission-critical operations like water purification and distribution. Many rely on centralized power supply with limited redundancy, making them vulnerable to disruptions and incapable of dynamic load balancing during emergencies.
The Consequences of Unreliable and Vulnerable Wastewater Treatment Power Management Systems
Uncontrolled discharges into the environment.
Regulatory penalties and legal liabilities.
Equipment failure and shortened system lifespan.
High operational costs from inefficient energy use or emergency backup generation.
Public health risks, particularly in regions relying on DPR (Direct Potable Reuse).
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