---
title: Life Sciences Wastewater Treatment | Veolia
description: Discover advanced wastewater treatment solutions for Ireland's life sciences industry, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and sustainability with Veolia's innovative technologies.
---
[](https://veoliawatertechnologies.ie/)
# LIFE SCIENCES WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Advanced, compliant wastewater treatment solutions for Ireland’s life sciences industry.
Discover more
- [Wastewater Solutions Hub](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/irish-wastewater-solutions-veolia?hsLang=en-ie)
- [Municipal Wastewater Treatment](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/municipal-wastewater-treatment?hsLang=en-ie)
- [Industrial Wastewater Treatment](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/industrial-wastewater-veolia?hsLang=en-ie)
- [F&B Wastewater Treatment](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/fb-wastewater-treatment?hsLang=en-ie)
- [Wastewater Treatment Services](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/wastewater-treatment-services?hsLang=en-ie)
- [Key Technologies](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/key-technologies-wastewater-treatment?hsLang=en-ie)
[Contact an expert](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/contact-us)
## VEOLIA IS HERE TO SUPPORT IRELAND'S LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY
We understand the challenges facing Ireland’s world-leading pharmaceutical and life sciences sector, from meeting stringent regulatory standards to delivering sustainable, high-purity water and wastewater management.
Leading pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturers across Ireland and around the world trust Veolia to deliver **validated, operator-friendly water and wastewater treatment systems** that meet the highest standards of **quality, compliance and performance**. Our plug-and-play, easy-to-operate systems integrate seamlessly with your existing processes, helping to **reduce engineering costs** and **accelerate project delivery**.
In Ireland, our teams provide end-to-end support - from **system design, installation, and commissioning** through to **validation, qualification, and ongoing performance management** - ensuring your operations remain **efficient, compliant and future-ready**.
[](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLL6I8Uo75kWN2W5IKG1ejTqKzgKOPnuQuPbMiLuQSDCDBH2t54WuulIAvz8%2FTx5YhHxu%2BdFdIedyOrBPEMFJdvjybvXFRb35Ax9tQ9%2FwSrAjfQ5aRK36fkngO2Y70m2J3%2FkYJlxj2pahtDCF%2BVKdkojwya6X2elFBDPt4SbuiVaOuSkdqEsexDO3hETGXiBKTAfXUbX6gD%2Fdg8I50LU7aFf5PS9igVgZ20VpDnPmUg%2F9c5rBpV7jMIUE447pmXmUyu8QmK5y8nk&webInteractiveContentId=289127216337&portalId=25605683&hsLang=en-ie)
## KEY TECHNOLOGIES FOR LIFE SCIENCES WASTEWATER TREATMENT
[](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/solutions/technologies/exeno)
**eXeno™**: A biological **Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR)** process engineered to **biodegrade persistent micropollutants** such as pharmaceutical residues and personal care compounds. Ideal for complex, low-biodegradability wastewater streams.
[.jpg?width=350&height=350&name=eXenoTM%20(1).jpg)](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/solutions/technologies/macro-porous-polymer-extraction-mppe)
**MPPE™ (Macro Porous Polymer Extraction)**: An automated **hydrocarbon extraction process** using a hydrocarbon-affine liquid phase to selectively remove pollutants. Extracted materials can then be purified, reused, or safely discharged.
[.jpg?width=350&height=350&name=eXenoTM%20(2).jpg)](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/solutions/technologies/evaled)
**EVALED™ Evaporators:** Advanced vacuum evaporation process that concentrates wastewater, separating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for safe disposal or recovery. Treated water can then be reused or integrated into zero liquid discharge (ZLD) systems.
## .jpg?width=235&height=235&name=eXenoTM%20(4).jpg)
## Mobile Water Services for Life Sciences
Flexible, skid-mounted systems that provide on-demand wastewater treatment for temporary or long-term needs. These fully compliant units can be rapidly deployed to support maintenance shutdowns, plant upgrades, pilot testing or emergency situations, ensuring continuous operation and regulatory compliance without process interruption.
[](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIo7UYm1hjjQRrXHdPAt6DjSm9VuJl3lWnCIn4vY%2Fz0e1c7YxnkXqfr2xCFcEet6raJ22C%2BnHpHNCn48frGdTEdQt72ip6ngeS3y%2BL7TouKxMOAb%2BTk04GVT8FmcvsF8sNR37OuuQJNrg0%2FxAqrOmtpoj82M7H7fClwkFRguQWltjDGVxhBrD6kNo9wtKl8dMlHa5tt1x1Ep%2BYKL%2BV1aMT%2B%2Fx6zz7OkST%2FADDNL3EAtV0dQv%2BgjQTYb4e59preRJz4tK77Y53lFgOQt1SxMyqVteV8dNvZxq3WYiBIaXulHZ4nVnzNe4yrRiogdPJJ7Y%2FCvT%2BmD&webInteractiveContentId=293367442655&portalId=25605683&hsLang=en-ie)
## .jpg?width=235&height=235&name=eXenoTM%20(5).jpg)
## Process Water Solutions for Life Sciences
High-purity water systems designed to meet the stringent quality requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturing. Our validated technologies produce water for injection (WFI), purified water and clean steam, ensuring compliance with global standards such as cGMP, EP, USP, and FDA. Systems are fully engineered for reliability, ease of operation and seamless integration into existing production processes.
[](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIed3LLWP5FjVoLN5juPpinJp6BeA8amO13TTduYS07C7133uI3b5sTpNRZNr0R7ncCene%2BGDqpJiOUn%2B15WTDadm%2BYugz7buQN0SMzRE5Ukr1gMGRhiAVrccJYlHUWxA%2BOzUPoD4f30fVXqdMzR9VQ2KVhUqfmqduPC24ADMG1BcqBX8krpRrAZVCb5bsQxTaJ%2BzaJAmV%2Bywjcv2CQvUqC%2Bw2ZDZtHR9KVV6Wdvkydr6NY%2BJZdtVzbqiR5nJWgl1FyTg%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=293341129970&portalId=25605683&hsLang=en-ie)
## TECHNOLOGY SPOTLIGHT: eXeno**™**
**eXeno™** is one of Veolia’s core biological treatment technologies for the life sciences sector, designed to remove **micropollutants** such as **active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)**, **personal care products** and **industrial chemical compounds** from complex wastewater streams.
Developed by **AnoxKaldnes™**, a Veolia subsidiary, eXeno™ uses **Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR)** technology in which naturally occurring microorganisms grow on specially designed carriers. These biofilms remain in the system for extended periods, promoting the growth of **slow-developing microorganisms** capable of degrading even **hard-to-treat organic compounds**.
## Key Benefits of eXeno™
- **High removal efficiency of micropollutants:**
Achieves **50-80%** reduction of persistent
pharmaceuticals and difficult-to-degrade compounds.
- **Environmentally friendly and cost-efficient:**
**Biological treatment** with reduced energy and
chemical consumption, supporting sustainability
and lower operating costs.
- **Regulatory compliance and reliability:**
Proven, stable performance that helps
meet strict EU and Irish discharge standards
for pharmaceutical wastewater.
eXeno™ can be configured as a **complete biological treatment solution** for pharmaceutical and industrial wastewater, or as a **tertiary polishing stage** for municipal applications where trace contaminant removal is critical. The result is a **robust, sustainable process** that ensures **compliance with stringent discharge regulations** while supporting the responsible management of micropollutants in the environment.
[📄 Download the product brochure to learn more](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/hubfs/Biological%20treatment%20of%20micropollutants%20Micropollutants%20such%20as%20pharmaceuticals%2cpersonalcareproducts%20orindustrial%20chemical%20compounds%20arealarge%20classof%20pollutants%20sometimes%20referred%20to%20as%20emerging%20.pdf?hsLang=en-ie)
---
## 💬 Need advice?
Our team can help you select the right wastewater or process water solution to meet your facility’s regulatory, operational and sustainability requirements.
[Contact a Veolia expert](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/contact-us-for-your-wastewater-needs)
---
## CAUGHT UP ON LIFE SCIENCES WASTEWATER SOLUTIONS?
### DISCOVER OUR TECHNOLOGIES FOR PHARMACEUTICAL PROCESS WATER APPLICATIONS
See how Veolia helps Irish pharma companies achieve **high-purity water, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance**.
From **reverse osmosis and deionisation** to **continuous monitoring and digital optimisation**, our process water systems are designed to integrate seamlessly with your operations, reduce costs and support sustainable water management.
***Explore our life sciences process water technologies today.***
**[](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIed3LLWP5FjVoLN5juPpinJp6BeA8amO13TTduYS07C7133uI3b5sTpNRZNr0R7ncCene%2BGDqpJiOUn%2B15WTDadm%2BYugz7buQN0SMzRE5Ukr1gMGRhiAVrccJYlHUWxA%2BOzUPoD4f30fVXqdMzR9VQ2KVhUqfmqduPC24ADMG1BcqBX8krpRrAZVCb5bsQxTaJ%2BzaJAmV%2Bywjcv2CQvUqC%2Bw2ZDZtHR9KVV6Wdvkydr6NY%2BJZdtVzbqiR5nJWgl1FyTg%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=293341129970&portalId=25605683&hsLang=en-ie)**
---
- [.png?width=1920&name=ORION%20(1).png "ORION (1)")](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/key-technologies-wastewater-treatment?hsLang=en-ie)
Skid mounted, multi-technology purified water system
- [.png?width=1920&name=ORION%20(2).png "ORION (2)")](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/solutions/technologies/anoxkaldnes-mbbr)
High performance biological system
- [.png?width=1920&name=ORION%20(3).png "ORION (3)")](https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/hubfs/Biological%20treatment%20of%20micropollutants%20Micropollutants%20such%20as%20pharmaceuticals%2cpersonalcareproducts%20orindustrial%20chemical%20compounds%20arealarge%20classof%20pollutants%20sometimes%20referred%20to%20as%20emerging%20-1.pdf?hsLang=en-ie)
Biological treatment of micropollutants
[Legal Notice](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/legal-notice)
[Privacy Policy](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/privacy-policy-veolia-water-technologies)
[Privacy Notice](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/privacy-policy-veolia-water-technologies)
[Cookies Policy](https://www.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/information-about-cookies-0)
```json
{
"@context" : "https://schema.org",
"@type" : "VideoObject",
"caption" : {
"@type" : "MediaObject",
"contentUrl" : "https://info.veoliawatertechnologies.ie/media-transcripts/341173498051/en.vtt",
"inLanguage" : "en",
"name" : "en Captions"
},
"contentUrl" : "https://25605683.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/25605683/video_assets/341173498051/inherited/web_optimized.mp4",
"dateModified" : "2026-01-09T10:57:20.645Z",
"duration" : "PT36.032S",
"height" : 1080,
"name" : "VWT-WW-Pharma-Guide-Video-Promo7-19-2024",
"thumbnailUrl" : "https://25605683.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/25605683/VWT-WW-Pharma-Guide-Video-Promo7-19-2024.mp4/medium.jpg",
"uploadDate" : "2026-01-09T10:57:07.146Z",
"width" : 1920
}
```