Definitions:
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Before we jump into our presentation, we’d like to share some important and simple definitions. Bivalves are aquatic mollusks that have a compressed body enclosed with a hinged shell. Examples of bivalves are oysters, clams, mussels, scallops, etc. Wastewater is any water that has been affected in quality by human influence. Examples of wastewater would be industrial/commercial, agriculture, domestic surface runoff, etc.
​This product is mostly for Wastewater workers & The MWRA, the only consumers viable are the ones buying the seafood afterwards.
Who we benefit with our services:
Operating Hours:
Since this is a start up idea, our business resides at Minuteman Regional High school. The time this school is open is:
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Monday-Friday: 2:30-3:30 PM
Contact the schools number: (781) 861-6500
For immediate assistance reach my cell/email:
(781)-854-8457 (Or Allisonkirkk@gmail.com)
Wastewater Industry:
Wastewater contains a lot of pathogens and bacteria if not treated and can cause serious health problems if not cleaned up properly. Currently, many areas in the US have wastewater treatment plants. To briefly summarize, we’ll tell you three main steps involved with how the process works. The first stage is primary treatment, where it’s the removal of solids. The second stage is secondary, where bacteria is made to remove organic waste. Third is tertiary, some plants do not have this last stage - it's mainly to remove phosphorus and nitrogen. It’s a way to be cautious regarding eutrophication. The very last step for most plants is disinfection, where they use UV lights or chlorine to kill the bacteria. Also, some plants have preliminary at the beginning before Primary where sticks/rocks/sand are removed. Different types of filters are used in these plants regarding biological, Chemical and physical. This whole process takes up to 24 to 36 hours to completely clean the wastewater.
Importance:
It’s completely vital to human and environmental health to properly treat Wastewater. If this wastewater is not properly treated, it can pollute the water & home of many creatures - killing those creatures. Not to mention, it contains coliform bacteria which is hazardous to human health. It can also cause Eutrophication in the water.
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"Sustainability takes forever, and that's the point." -William Mcdonough
