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New MesoLite ion exchange effectively removes ammonia and phosphate from wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) side streams. This technology significantly reduces nitrogen load, improving overall treatment plant performance.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Water Treatment Technologies
  • Wastewater Management

Background:

  • Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) face challenges with high nitrogen and phosphate loads from recirculating side streams.
  • These nutrient loads impact the efficiency of mainstream biological nutrient removal (BNR) processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a novel ion exchange material, MesoLite, for removing ammonia and phosphate from WWTP side streams.
  • To assess the potential of MesoLite to reduce the overall nitrogen load in a full-scale WWTP.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot plant utilizing MesoLite was operated on ammonia-rich centrate from a dewatering centrifuge.
  • The system operated with a one-hour detention time and was regenerated using a sodium-rich solution.

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  • Phosphate removal was also demonstrated using the same pilot plant on abattoir wastewater.

    • Main Results:

    • MesoLite achieved over 90% reduction in ammonia from the centrate side stream.
    • A full-scale implementation could reduce the total nitrogen load at the Oxley Creek WWTP by at least 18%.
    • The reduction in nitrogen load improved the TKN/COD ratio and enhanced BNR process performance.

    Conclusions:

    • MesoLite demonstrates significant potential for ammonia and phosphate removal from WWTP side streams.
    • This ion exchange technology offers a viable solution for reducing nutrient loads and improving wastewater treatment efficiency.
    • The application of MesoLite can lead to substantial reductions in nitrogen discharge and enhanced biological nutrient removal.