What is the footprint and energy use of the Living Machine compared to other treatment systems?
In a recent article in Ecological Engineering (Issue 35, 2009, pages 184-192), the authors compare traditional (activated-sludge) wastewater treatment and three wetland technologies: aerated subsurface flow, tidal flow, and pulse-fed wetland treatment. The conclusions support our findings that a tidal flow wetland system, such as the Living Machine®, is the most efficient when comparing both energy use and footprint requirements.
