Utilizing MBRs in potable reuse | CDM Smith

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Membrane bioreactors (MBRs) have been used since the early 2000s in North America as a conventional wastewater treatment process that combines the benefits of a secondary clarifier and a tertiary filter. More recently, MBRs have been considered for potable reuse schemes in place of a conventional secondary clarifier followed by an ultrafiltration membrane system because of their advantages in footprint and efficiency. When an MBR is implemented for potable reuse, special considerations for design and operation need to be considered.

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Meet the panelists

Jennifer Osgood, PE, PMP, BCEE

Water Reuse and Desalination Leader

Jennifer has extensive experience managing complex infrastructure programs, with deep expertise in water quality and treatment for global design and delivery projects.

Anthony Zamarro, PE

Membrane Bioreactors Discipline Leader

Anthony's expertise lies in membrane technology and treatment systems, system design, value engineering, system startup, and process troubleshooting.

Greg Wetterau, PE, BCEE

Membrane Technologies Discipline Leader

Greg has been involved in the piloting, design and facility start-up for more than 60 membrane treatment facilities around the world. He specializes in system design for desalination and advanced wastewater treatment.

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