Smart water solutions up at Filinvest City
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Gotianun-led Filinvest Development Corp. to Build Smart City Water Solutions in Alabang Business District
By Danessa Rivera – The Philippine Star
October 19, 2023 | 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines — Gotianun-led Filinvest Development Corp. (FDC) has partnered with FDC Utilities Inc. and Japan’s Hitachi Ltd. to construct smart city water solutions in Filinvest City. The aim is to innovate urban water management in the Alabang business district, while aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Construction of State-of-the-Art Water Recycling Facility and Upgraded Sewage Treatment Plant
- FDC, through its subsidiary FDC Water Utilities Inc. (FDCWUI), will lead the development of the project.
- The construction of a state-of-the-art water recycling facility and upgraded sewage treatment plant (STP) will commence in December.
- The project is expected to be completed by March 2026.
Advancing Sustainable and Smart Central Business District
- FDC’s vision is to make Filinvest City the first sustainable and smart central business district in the Philippines.
- By implementing advanced technologies and solutions for wastewater treatment, FDC aims to protect local ecosystems and reduce its ecological footprint.
Enhanced Sewage Treatment Plant
The upgraded STP will have a processing capacity of up to 15 million liters of wastewater daily.
It will utilize membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology for biological nutrient removal, complying with stricter regulations on nitrogen and phosphorus removal in the country.
Water Reuse Facility for High-Quality Recycled Water
The new water reuse facility is designed to efficiently produce high-quality recycled water for household use.
It has a capacity of at least 10.5 million liters per day and utilizes a combination of Brackish Water Reverse Osmosis (BWRO) and Advanced Oxidation for water production.
Revolutionizing Wastewater Treatment and Water Production
The project sets a new standard for environmentally responsible development by seamlessly integrating sewage treatment and high-quality recycled water production technologies.
FDWUI president and CEO Juan Eugenio Roxas stated that only two other projects in the country implement similar processes, but none on this scale.
Addressing Water Shortages and Promoting Water Sustainability
Okito Kakudo, general manager of Hitachi Ltd.’s Environmental Solution Division, Water and Environment Business Unit, emphasized that the project with FDC will help address the pressing issue of water shortages in the Philippines and promote water sustainability.
Hitachi’s advanced water treatment technology, combined with digital solutions, aims to improve water quality, enable remote plant monitoring, and streamline operations.
Commitment to Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility
FDC’s smart city water solution reflects the Filinvest Group’s commitment to sustainability through efficient and technology-driven water operations across all its developments.
The initiative will reduce the environmental footprint of Filinvest City and effectively mitigate pollution in waterways.
Furthermore, the water produced by the reuse facility will be available to local businesses and residents, conserving valuable freshwater sources and ensuring a more reliable supply of clean water.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Target 6.3: By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally.
- Indicator: The construction of a state-of-the-art water recycling facility and upgraded sewage treatment plant (STP) in Filinvest City.
- Indicator: The upgraded STP’s capability to process up to 15 million liters of wastewater daily.
- Indicator: The utilization of membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology for biological nutrient removal in the upgraded STP.
- Indicator: The design of a new water reuse facility capable of producing at least 10.5 million liters per day of high-quality recycled water for household use.
- Indicator: The utilization of Brackish Water Reverse Osmosis (BWRO) and Advanced Oxidation technologies in the water production of the reuse facility.
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SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Target 9.1: Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all.
- Indicator: The implementation of advanced technologies and solutions in the treatment of wastewater in Filinvest City.
- Indicator: The integration of sewage treatment and production of high-quality recycled water technologies in the project.
- Indicator: The use of digital solutions to enable remote plant monitoring and streamline operations in the water treatment project.
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SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management.
- Indicator: The reduction of the environmental footprint of Filinvest City through the implementation of efficient and technology-driven water operations.
- Indicator: The mitigation of pollution in waterways through the smart city water solution.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | Target 6.3: By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally. | – The construction of a state-of-the-art water recycling facility and upgraded sewage treatment plant (STP) in Filinvest City. – The upgraded STP’s capability to process up to 15 million liters of wastewater daily. – The utilization of membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology for biological nutrient removal in the upgraded STP. – The design of a new water reuse facility capable of producing at least 10.5 million liters per day of high-quality recycled water for household use. – The utilization of Brackish Water Reverse Osmosis (BWRO) and Advanced Oxidation technologies in the water production of the reuse facility. |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | Target 9.1: Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all. | – The implementation of advanced technologies and solutions in the treatment of wastewater in Filinvest City. – The integration of sewage treatment and production of high-quality recycled water technologies in the project. – The use of digital solutions to enable remote plant monitoring and streamline operations in the water treatment project. |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management. | – The reduction of the environmental footprint of Filinvest City through the implementation of efficient and technology-driven water operations. – The mitigation of pollution in waterways through the smart city water solution. |
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