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The Hindu
06-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
When sustainability and low carbon are targets, a factory near Chennai sets an example
Among the hundreds of industries functioning in the Sriperumbudur industrial belt of Kancheepuram district, one factory seems to stand out as far as efficient use of natural resources of water and sunlight is concerned. A solar panel manufacturer has pioneered the art of saving water through the 'Zero liquid discharge' (ZLD) project, with zero waste generation. First Solar, a US-based wholly owned subsidiary of First Solar, Inc, operating within a water-intensive industry segment, is engaged in the manufacture of solar panels for Independent Power Producers (IPPs) located in the SIPCOT Industrial park of Pillaipakkam near Sriperumbudur. The 3.30 giga watt (GW) solar panel manufacturing factory, spanning more than 130 acres, has actualised the mantra of 'reuse, recycle, and repurpose' in the manufacturing process through efficient use of water and manufacturing waste. N.L. Selvakumar, head, environment and recycling, First Solar, who is in charge of the ZLD system, said the factory floor, spanning more than 24 lakh needs water for two purposes — cooling the factory and manufacturing. The company, which requires almost 3.60 million litres of water per day, had tied up with Metrowater to supply tertiary-treated reverse osmosis (RO) water from the Koyambedu sewage treatment plant for the factory's needs. But subsequently, the company set up their own water treatment facility (ZLD), resulting in the reduction of more than 50% dependence on the sourced RO water from Koyambedu plant. The ZLD system, which has been set up and managed in-house, extracts water from the discharged wastewater, and enables its reuse by producing 'ultra pure water' for the manufacturing and cooling processes, thereby drastically reducing the intake of water requirements. The system has enabled the creation of solar modules in the State with the lowest water footprint in the world, compared to traditional polysilicon-based solar panel production, according to the company. The factory, employing more than 1,400 persons, has also set up a sewage treatment facility, which operates a Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) sewage treatment plant that utilises the treated water for watering the garden. Over 80 kilolitres per day of treated water is being generated, Mr. Selvakumar added. Sujoy Ghosh, Country Managing Director, First Solar, says the company's commitment to the environment not only lies in water conservation but also in generating clean electricity. He said as part of this, the company had installed their own captive solar plants of 53.66 mega watt (MW) in southern parts of the State. Mr. Ghosh further said the company's green footprint was 35% renewable energy, and ongoing solar projects promise expansion to 116.80 MW. Unlike the manufacturing waste generated by polysilicon-based solar panel producers, the factory, which generates 2% of industrial wastes, recycles them into minerals to be used again for solar panels and crushed glass.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BluMetric Announces Wastewater Treatment System for Caribbean Private Island Development and New Lease to Expand U.S. Manufacturing
Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 5, 2025) - BluMetric Environmental Inc. (TSXV: BLM) (OTCQX: BLMWF) ("BluMetric" or "the Company"), a full-service environmental consulting and engineering cleantech firm, announced it has signed a follow-on contract to supply a Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) wastewater treatment system to the Exumas in the Bahamas for a private island development. The Company has also signed a new lease for a larger U.S. manufacturing facility in Gainesville, Florida. The contract, valued at approximately CA$1.2 million (US$0.9 million), will treat 60,000 gallons per day (GPD) of wastewater. This order follows a previous 750,000 GPD Sea Water Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) system for the same island, valued at approximately CA$3.6 million (US$2.5 million), which is in the final stages of installation and commissioning. These systems showcase BluMetric's unique capabilities and offerings that provide a complete water and wastewater treatment solution. By deploying the most advanced technologies, customers can receive a cost-efficient and user-friendly potable water and wastewater treatment solution. "We continue our sales traction with this most recent wastewater treatment plant contract," said Scott MacFabe, CEO of BluMetric. "It is an important distinction that we can offer a full portfolio of water treatment solutions for remote settings. Customers recognize this expertise, and we look forward to utilizing our expanded team and U.S. manufacturing footprint to support delivering systems with capacities of up to three million gallons per day." It is expected that this project will be delivered and commissioned within the next twelve months. This order highlights the increasing need for improved water infrastructure in the Caribbean as the region sees increased development and groundwater scarcity. In addition, BluMetric has signed a new lease for a larger, 25,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Gainesville, Florida to increase its capacity to service existing and potentially new contracts that are beyond the capacity of the current 10,000 square foot manufacturing space. This new space will also help accommodate the approximate doubling of the workforce since acquiring Gemini Water approximately four months ago. BluMetric believes this will be an important part of Gemini Water's continued integration and ability to achieve growth targets. The existing facility in Gainesville, Florida will remain in operation until the end of its lease (in June 2025) to ensure continuity and a seamless transition. About BluMetric Environmental Inc. BluMetric Environmental Inc. is a publicly traded environmental consulting and engineering company with expertise across professional and trade disciplines and technologies that allow for the design, fabrication and delivery of sustainable solutions to environmental and water challenges. BluMetric has more than 220 employees operating in ten offices and over 45 years of expertise. Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, BluMetric's team of industry experts serves Commercial and Industrial, Military, Mining and Government clients. For more information, visit or please contact: Scott MacFabe, CEO Dan Hilton, CFO BluMetric Environmental Inc. BluMetric Environmental Inc. 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