Water is a vital resource essential for survival. Yet, despite its significance, misconceptions persist about reclaimed water.
What is Reclaimed Water?
- Reclaimed water is commonly defined as treated municipal wastewater that is able to be used again, a practice known as water reuse – source
- Reclaimed — or recycled — water starts out as domestic wastewater (sewage), but is then treated and tested to use for specific purposes. It is then no longer sewage or wastewater – source
- Reclaimed water is not drinking water. It can be used for landscaping, recreational field uses, parks, to replenish groundwater, industrial uses, to flush toilets in commercial and industrial buildings, HVAC cooling water or for similar purposes. – source
For many, the mere idea of treated water implies impurity and unfitness for reuse, as psychologically, the origin of water plays an important role. Used by marketers widely, this stereotype, deeply ingrained in societal perceptions, requires a paradigm shift. It’s a part of nature. Regardless of technology, even the natural cycle turns sewage into freshwater.
The Stereotype:
The prevailing mindset regarding treated water often revolves around the belief that any water subject to treatment, especially reclaimed water, remains unsuitable for reuse due to perceived contamination. Biomedical liquid waste, often deemed infectious, intensifies these apprehensions. The public perception of it being synonymous with unclean, infectious, or “dirty” water. This stereotype holds back efforts toward sustainability and water conservation overlooking the meticulous treatment processes employed by advanced systems.
There are a few valid concerns due to certain facilities that use outdated technologies or subpar wastewater treatment methods, contributing to the negative stereotype surrounding reclaimed water. Instances of inadequately treated water being released into the environment reinforce this perception, along with the output having an unpleasant color and odor.
However, ECOKlien is actively challenging the public’s belief by delivering treated water outputs of exceptional quality and safety.
Challenging the Perception of Biomedical Liquid Waste
ECOKlien’s Biomedical Liquid Waste Treatment System (BML) stands out for its ability to not only disinfect but also treat hazardous liquid waste without the addition of harmful chemicals or microbes. With advanced innovative technology, we ensure that the treated water undergoes rigorous filtration, disinfection, and purification, resulting in an output that surpasses stringent quality standards.
Contrary to the stereotype, the output from ECOKlien’s system is crystal clear, odorless, and thoroughly disinfected, meeting the highest water quality standards for reuse or safe discharge.
By challenging the stereotype of treated water being inferior, ECOKlien aims to reshape perceptions and promote awareness. The outputs are proven to meet and exceed regulatory guidelines, demonstrating that reclaimed water, when treated with advanced technologies, is a reliable resource that can be safely reused across various applications. By showcasing the high-quality outputs and emphasizing the safety of treated water, ECOKlien aims to transform the narrative around reclaimed water, encouraging its acceptance as a viable resource for various purposes.
To conclude, ECOKlien’s commitment to delivering treated water of impeccable quality challenges the stereotype that treated water is synonymous with dirty or unusable water. Through advanced technology wastewater treatment system and stringent processes, ECOKlien not only produces safe, clear, and odorless water but also plays a crucial role in altering perceptions, advocating for the acceptance and utilization of reclaimed water as a sustainable and valuable resource.