Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant, Switzerland
A Benchmark in Advanced Water Safety
The Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant in Switzerland has set a new standard in safeguarding public health and ensuring reliable access to clean drinking water. Developed for the Municipality of Muttenz, this state-of-the-art facility tackles one of Europe’s most pressing environmental challenges: the presence of micropollutants in groundwater.
Influenced by Rhine infiltration and nearby industrial activities, the groundwater in this region was at risk of contamination. To address this, WABAG implemented an innovative and sustainable solution that not only ensures compliance with stringent European drinking water regulations but also guarantees long-term water safety for communities.
Addressing Micropollutants in Groundwater
The Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant was designed with a treatment capacity of 19,200 m³/day, combining modern engineering with eco-efficient technologies. Its unique design integrates multiple advanced processes including oxidation, adsorption, and ultrafiltration to remove harmful contaminants such as chlorobutadiene and bromate.
By deploying advanced purification stages, this Drinking Water Treatment Plant strengthens resilience against chemical pollution, ensuring that the supplied water is not only clean but also of the highest quality.
Scope of Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant:
- Design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a three-stage groundwater treatment facility.
Technologies of Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant:
- Advanced Oxidation using the HiPoX system for targeted breakdown of pollutants.
- PACOPUR® process for efficient activated carbon adsorption.
- PAC recycling system to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.
- Ultrafiltration for a final barrier against suspended solids and micropollutants.
This integrated process chain provides comprehensive treatment, making the Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant one of the most advanced of its kind in Europe.
Advanced Technologies – Innovating for Clean Water
The Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant demonstrates how technology can deliver high performance with sustainability:
- Oxidation Stage: Eliminates hard-to-treat industrial micropollutants.
- Adsorption with PAC: Captures dissolved organic compounds effectively.
- Recycling Mechanism: Minimizes waste and reduces chemical use.
- Ultrafiltration: Ensures consistently high quality of drinking water.
By integrating these steps, the facility ensures that treated water meets and exceeds global safety benchmarks.
Environmental and Social Impact
The Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant is more than a technical solution; it represents a community-driven commitment to sustainability and public health.
- Public Health Protection: Ensures reliable removal of harmful industrial pollutants.
- Environmental Stewardship: Incorporates recycling systems that minimize waste and chemical usage.
- Resource Conservation: Optimized processes reduce water losses and energy consumption.
- European Benchmark: Recognized as one of the most innovative groundwater treatment plants in the region, it sets new benchmarks for water quality management across Europe.
Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant – A Model for Europe’s Water Security
The Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant demonstrates how advanced technology, strong governance, and sustainable design can work together to address emerging water challenges. By providing clean, safe, and reliable drinking water to thousands of residents, it strengthens the community’s resilience while also setting global benchmarks for future-ready water management.
Muttenz Drinking Water Treatment Plant is not only an engineering success but also a vision of Europe’s sustainable future — ensuring that safe water remains a fundamental right for generations to come.