water treatment companies in chile – environmental xprt at chile

water treatment companies in chile – environmental xprt at chile
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  • What are the most promising sub-sectors of water management in Chile?
  • Water treatment/management and conservation and recycling systems are the most promising sub-sectors. Although Chile has 100 percent coverage of sewage treatment, there is still a need for water conservation and reuse technologies, especially for grey waters from households and mining.
  • Is wastewater a sustainable resource in Chile?
  • Chile has achieved 100 percent treatment of its urban wastewater, which is an important step towards sustainability. However, there is an opportunity to further enhance economic resilience by transforming wastewater into a productive resource which is currently underutilized.
  • Does Chile have a sewage system?
  • Approximately 95 percent of the water utility system is urban and privatized but regulated by the Chilean state. The system allowed for 100 percent treatment of sewage water in ten years. The privatized system is competent, and economic incentives result in highly efficient operations.
  • Where does Chile's wastewater go?
  • Although Chile currently treats 100 percent of its wastewater, it is only used in a low rate for productivety activities. In fact, most of the treated wastewater ends up in the sea.