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The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) presents the webinar – Chitosan Biocoagulants: Improving the Safety, Economics, and Environmental Impacts of an Open Air Activated Sludge System in Georgia – on April 17, 2025, at 1 p.m. Mountain Time in the U.S. and on April 18 at 7 a.m. AEDT in Australia.
The webinar is presented by Jenn Wood, global key account manager for Tidal Vision, attendees will earn 1 PDH credit upon completion of this session, and you can register here.
Join us for a live webinar exploring how chitosan biocoagulants are redefining stormwater and wastewater treatment. Learn how this sustainable alternative reduces TSS, minimizes sludge, and improves operational efficiency while meeting strict environmental standards.
The transition from traditional aluminum-based coagulants to biocoagulants presents an impactful and sustainable shift in water treatment. Chitosan, a biopolymer derived from upcycled waste materials, is redefining the approach to stormwater treatment by offering a powerful and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional coagulants.
Faced with high levels of total suspended solids (TSS) and significant sludge accumulation, the facility needed a solution that could meet strict environmental standards while improving operational efficiency. Chitosan provided exactly that, reducing TSS to a small fraction of site limits, cutting sludge production by up to 91%, and dramatically decreasing the overall chemical usage by over 90%. This shift not only enhanced treatment efficiency but also reduced labor, transportation needs, and the physical strain on machinery – all without the health hazards associated with traditional coagulants.
Learning Objectives:
Understanding that safe, modern cationic biocoagulants are situated to take the lead in stormwater and wastewater treatment/remediation.
Understanding the benefits of utilizing chitosan solutions in a wastewater or stormwater treatment system.
Understanding why offsetting harsh chemistries in wastewater and stormwater treatment systems is essential, especially in the face of regulatory shifts.