Gisborne’s new recycled water plant is set to save energy while catering to more residents in the rapidly-growing area.
Greater Western Water (GWW) has reached a major milestone on the $55 million upgrade of the plant, with construction complete and testing underway ahead of the facility coming into service later this year.
The upgrade will more than double the plant’s capacity to treat wastewater from Gisborne, New Gisborne, Macedon and Mount Macedon, where the combined population is expected to grow by 38 per cent by 2035.
GWW general manager of growth and infrastructure Ian Burton said the upgrade will see huge reductions on energy usage.
“The upgrade uses energy-efficient technology that will reduce energy usage by 40 per cent when operating at the same capacity as the old plant, while also reducing plant noise and odour for nearby residents,” Burton said.
“We’re investing in the Gisborne Recycled Water Plant now so we can continue to provide essential services to our community now and for generations to come.”
The plant produces Class B recycled water for local farmers and recreational grounds, providing a sustainable water source all-year-round, reducing reliance on quality drinking water.
This upgrade, delivered in partnership with Service Stream, is part of GWW’s infrastructure delivery program to meet growing demand and secure water and wastewater services into the future.
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