Aquafin
Headquarters: Aartselaar, Belgium
Aquafin, a Belgian wastewater treatment company, is developing an innovative biochar project at its RWZI Menen water treatment facility. The initiative will convert sludge byproducts from wastewater treatment into carbon-rich biochar through a new drying and pyrolysis plant, processing over 5,000 tons of sludge yearly to produce approximately 600 tons of biochar.
Company Overview
| Role | Plant Operator |
|---|---|
| Status | Under Construction |
| Founded | 1990 |
| Employees | 1001-5000 |
| Daily Capacity | ~14 TPD (sludge input) |
| Technology | Proprietary |
| Headquarters | Aartselaar, Belgium |
| Region | Europe |
| Feedstock Types | Sewage Sludge |
| Products & Output | Biochar |
Plant Locations (1)
| City | Country | Commissioned | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menen | Belgium | — | Under Construction |
Links & Sources
| Website | Visit Website |
|---|---|
| LinkedIn Profile | |
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