Sustainable Solutions for Wastewater Management in Bali, Indonesia
Gravel filter connected to an aeration pond
A FSCW is planted in the existing aeration pond. The outlet pipe opening is moved. The simplest and most cost-effective solution.
An important motivation for this project is the preservation of Bali's natural beauty.
Gravel filter connected to an aeration pond
Research in Indonesia
The purpose of this Fulbright research project was to identify shortcomings in the existing wastewater management systems at a mid-size private hospital in Denpasar, Bali, as they related to ammonia reduction. From this and in collaboration with my local research partner and affiliate, we proposed sustainable, low-cost improvements to the existing wastewater management system which would enable the research site to consistently meet environmental pollutant parameters for ammonia set out by the Bali provincial government. This project proposed 3 different options which would efficiently utilize a limited open area to reduce ammonia levels in wastewater, balanced against the requirement for simple, low-cost building and maintenance improvements.
Latest Update:
3 alternatives for infrastructure improvement and 5 process improvements were proposed for the research site. As of March 2017, this project is considered completed and will no longer be updated. The final report for the Ministry of RISTEK of Indonesia and the research site is available for download below: