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Silbate
        Water

        Biofilter, a nature-based                                                                            COLOMBIA

        solution                                                                                                 Ready-mix




        Opportunity             Results
        The plant aims to       •  Reduce our total
        optimize domestic        freshwater consumption
        wastewater management    by 10 m³ per month
        through treatment and   •  Cut costs by 6,117 CHF/
        reuse strategies in ready   month by avoiding
        mix production.          external treatment and
                                 freshwater purchases
        Solution                •  Create a greener space
        A biofiltration system   with a system easy to                                                 Martin Costanian
        treats and recirculates   install, low-maintenance,                                                CEO
        100% of domestic         and lifespan of more
        wastewater by mimicking   than 20 years
        natural wetlands.

        Cost: 25,500 CHF
        Timeline: 6 months


                                                                                                        Gloria Perafan
                                                                                                        Sustainability
                                                                                                          Manager







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