| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 51.46 |
| Liaison | Laura Bain |
| Submission Date | Jan. 31, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Furman University
IN-1: Innovation 1
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.00 / 1.00 |
A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome :
Furman's Living Machine is a constructed wetland wastewater treatment system located on Furman's campus. Built in 2009, the system treats campus wastewater by cycling it through a treatment system that mimics natural tidal processes and can treat up to 19 cubic meters per day. The output of the system is then recirculated to be used for flushing toilets and cagewashing. The system is also a focal point on campus for teaching and research. Student and faculty research on the system is ongoing, related to the biogeochemical functioning of the system, the energy and material use of conventional and nonconventional wastewater treatment systems, and the efficiency of recycled water use. The Living Machine is also used in a variety of courses, from earth and environmental science and biology courses studying biogeochemistry to environmental health courses studying methods of wastewater treatment.
A letter of affirmation from an individual with relevant expertise:
The website URL where information about the innovation is available :
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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