Pasay City inaugurates a new facility that turns wastewater into potable water, addressing water scarcity concerns and supporting local residents.
In Pasay City, Philippines, a newly established water treatment plant is set to improve the local water supply significantly, particularly in light of challenges posed by the El Niño weather pattern. The plant treats wastewater from households, transforming it into clean and safe drinking water. According to Engr. Bryan Lopez, the head of the Pasay New Water Facility, the plant employs advanced filtration systems to remove contaminants, bacteria, and viruses, followed by ultrafiltration trays to ensure any remaining microorganisms are eliminated.
Ronald Padua, Head of Water Supply Operation, added that the treated water undergoes multiple purification steps to meet and exceed the Philippines National Standards for drinking water quality before distribution. Initially, the facility produces approximately four million liters of potable water daily, which is expected to increase to twelve million liters per day by next month. This capacity will suffice to serve around 85,000 residents in Pasay, particularly those in the Maricaban area.
Maynilad, the water service provider operating the plant, mentioned a slight increase in water bills might occur in serviced areas. However, Padua assured that the increment would be minimal and outweighed by the benefits of improved water quality and availability, thanks to significant investments made by Maynilad. This project exemplifies effective water resource management in response to climate-induced water scarcity, benefiting both residents and the broader metropolitan area.
Sources referenced:
- https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/metro/1009040/new-treatment-plant-in-pasay-city-to-improve-water-supply/story/
