EP reaches 700 million cubic meters of treated water
EP has reached an important milestone: more than 700 million cubic meters of treated water, demonstrating its commitment to water sustainability and environmental protection. A Significant Milestone: 700 Million m³ of Treated Water EP celebrates the milestone of 700 million cubic meters of treated water, a volume equivalent to the consumption of more than 9 […]
PFAS: from development to regulation
The PFASknown as “eternal chemicals,” have been present in our daily lives and in a variety of products since the 1940s. With uncontrolled and unregulated production of these substances, there have been a number of events throughout history that have led to various complications for human and animal health, as well as environmental contamination. Since […]
Maintenance in Water and Effluent Treatment Stations
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance It is of the utmost importance that WTPs and WWTPs are operated efficiently to guarantee the quality of the treated water/effluent according to the specifications determined in the project, complying with current environmental legislation or the required quality standards where they will be used. Besides an efficient operation, with […]
What has changed in Ordinance 888 of 2021 and Annex XX of Consolidation Ordinance No. 5 of 2017
Ordinance GM/MS No. 888 of May 4, 2021 was published on May 7, 2021, but contained a number of inconsistencies, so it was republished on May 24, 2021. It is important to talk about dates because some parameters will take 12 to 24 months to be implemented from the date of publication. We have to […]
Application of SDI Testing in Reverse Osmosis System Operation
Water scarcity is an imminent problem in many Brazilian regions, making water reuse a great ally in the sustainability of many companies’ businesses. Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems, also known as Reverse Osmosis, are capable of purifying water by removing dissolved salts from semi-permeable membranes, producing water with a low salinity of around 75% compared to […]
Effluent treatment in the steel industry: advanced and sustainable solutions
The treatment of effluents in steel industries is a complex technical challenge, involving the removal of highly toxic compounds generated during the production of iron and steel. With processes that use large amounts of water, especially in cooling and gas cleaning systems, steel mills need robust solutions to treat the resulting effluents, ensuring environmental compliance […]
Contracting models for water and wastewater treatment systems: Choosing the best option for your business
Many companies face the need to collect and treat water and effluents within their facilities. However, operations of this kind often involve complex methods, require considerable investment and specialized monitoring, as well as attention to environmental and health standards. To deal with these issues, many companies resort to hiring a specialized service, using different methods […]
The Evolution of Water Potability Standards in Brazil
Concern about water quality is historical in Brazil. However, it was in 1977 that the Ministry of Health was given the power to define norms and standards for drinking water. From the 1970s until today, laws, decrees and ordinances have been established and are evolving so that the population has access to water of the […]
BOD and COD. Why monitor and how to evaluate WWTP removal efficiency
BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) and COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) are two crucial parameters in effluent treatment, helping to assess the efficiency of treatment processes and ensure that treated effluent complies with environmental regulations. Grupo EP is an effluent treatment company that plays a fundamental role in preserving the environment and finding solutions for the management […]
