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Manila Bulletin devider Business devider Filinvest, Hitachi to build advanced water recycling facility in Alabang

Filinvest, Hitachi to build advanced water recycling facility in Alabang

Published Oct 17, 2023 06:04 am

At A Glance

  • FDC Water Utilities Inc., a subsidiary of Filinvest Development Corp., partners with Hitachi Ltd. for an advanced water recycling facility and upgraded sewage treatment plant.<br>The project aims to bring innovative urban water management to Alabang, Muntinlupa's business district.<br>Construction is scheduled to begin in December 2023, with completion expected by March 2026.<br>The upgraded sewage treatment plant will process up to 15 million liters of wastewater daily.<br>Advanced Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology will be used for wastewater treatment.<br>The project aligns with Filinvest's commitment to sustainability and creating a smart central business district in Filinvest City.

FDC Water Utilities Inc., the subsidiary of Filinvest Development Corp. (FDC), partnered with Hitachi Ltd. to construct an advanced water recycling facility and upgraded sewage treatment plant (STP).

In a statement on Tuesday, Oct. 17, the Filinvest Group said the company is committed to providing sustainability through efficient and high-tech water operations across all of its developments.

These soon-to-be-constructed utilities promised innovative urban water management in Muntinlupa’s business district, particularly Alabang.

In the construction commencement event, Josephine Gotianun Yap, FDC vice-chairperson said that Filinvest City will be the first sustainable and smart central business district in the country.

“By implementing advanced technologies and solutions to treat wastewater, we are moving towards a future where local ecosystems are protected and our ecological footprint is reduced," she added.

As construction is said to begin in December 2023, FDC Water Utilities will head the project development.

The water facilities are expected to be finished by March 2026.

As a result, the upgraded STP will process up to 15 million liters of wastewater daily.

Through a Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology, the STP will remove biological nutrients as ruled by the country’s regulations on nitrogen and phosphorus removal.

The MBR would be a counterpart to the conventional sludge method.

On the other hand, the new water reuse facility would produce high-quality recycled water for household use.

The facility is expected to hold at least 10.5 million liters per day as it’s processed through the Brackish Water Reverse Osmosis (BWRO) and Advanced Oxidation in order to improve the water production.

Juan Eugenio Roxas, FDC Water president and chief executive officer, proudly shared that their project is said to have a bigger scale than the other similar processes implemented in the country.

Furthermore, he explained, “This project will revolutionize how Filinvest approaches wastewater treatment and water production. Its seamless integration of sewage treatment and production of high-quality recycled water technologies sets a new standard for environmentally responsible development.”

Filinvest partner, Hitachi Ltd is one of Japan’s biggest influential corporations in terms of information technology (IT), telecom, power, infrastructure, and industry.

Hitachi’s goal is directly aimed at building social, sustainable, and innovative data processing and technology.

Okito Kakudo, the General Manager of Hitachi’s Environmental Solution group stated “Our advanced water treatment technology, combined with digital solutions, is designed not only to improve water quality but also to enable remote plant monitoring and streamline operations.”

Kakudo also commended Filinvest for addressing the issue of water shortages in the Philippines.

Their partnership in this project will be able to reduce the environmental footprint of Filinvest City.

The clean water initiative would minimize pollution in the waterways of Alabang.

Furthermore, the recycled water from the new facility will be accessible to local businesses and residents as a way to conserve valuable freshwater sources and have a more reliable supply of clean water.

For the past 30 years, Filinvest City continues to be a self-sufficient community as it aspires to be a benchmark for smart cities in the Philippines. (Gabriell Christel Galang)

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