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Sustainable Water Solutions for the Microelectronics Industry

  • Meet rising environmental standards and significantly reduce your water footprint with Veolia Water Technologies' innovative reuse and treatment technologies, tailored specifically for the microelectronics industry.


  • The Sustainability Challenge in Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics manufacturers face increasing pressure to:
         - Comply with stringent EU and global environmental regulations   
         -     Manage water-intensive processes while conserving freshwater resources
         - Minimise environmental impact of operations, including wastewater discharge & energy consumption
  •      - Achieve ambitious corporate sustainability goals
  •      - Maintain competitiveness in a market increasingly focused on environmental performance

  • Veolia Water Technologies Approach:
    Balancing Efficiency with Environmental Responsibility
  • Our sustainable water solutions help manufacturers strike the perfect balance between operational efficiency and environmental responsibility, providing cutting-edge strategies for a greener future. 
  • Circular Water Management: The Core of Sustainability
    Veolia Water Technologies integrates water reuse, treatment, and resource recovery into a cohesive approach, helping facilities transition to sustainable water cycles. Our holistic strategy includes:


  • 1. Advanced Water Reuse Systems
       - Reduce reliance on freshwater by up to 70% 
       -     Reclaim and reuse process water with up to 95% recovery rates 
       - Customised treatment trains for specific water quality requirements

  • 2. Energy Efficient Treatment Technologies
       - Minimise energy consumption and associated emissions 
       - Maintain peak system performance while reducing carbon footprint 
       -     Innovative low-energy treatment processes tailored for microelectronics

    • 3. Resource Recovery Solutions
         - Extract valuable materials from wastewater streams 
         - Transform waste into resources, improving overall sustainability 
         - Reduce disposal costs and create potential revenue streams

    • 4. Smart Water Management Systems
         - Real-time monitoring and control of water usage and quality 
         - AI-driven optimisation of treatment processes 
         - Predictive maintenance to maximise system efficiency


    • 5. Sustainable Chemical Management
         - Minimise chemical usage in water treatment processes 
         - Implement green chemistry principles where possible 
         -       Safe handling and disposal of process chemicals

      • Achieving Critical Sustainability Goals
      • Our solutions are designed to address key sustainability objectives:

       

    • 1. Water Conservation
         - Dramatic reduction in freshwater consumption 
         - Implementation of closed-loop water systems 
         - Mitigation of water scarcity risks

      • 2. Energy Efficiency
           - Low-energy treatment technologies 
           - Heat recovery from water systems 
           - Optimised pumping and distribution systems

      • 3. Regulatory Compliance   
           -         Full compliance with EU water and wastewater regulations 
           - Adherence to directives on pollutants and discharge limits 
           - Future-proofing against evolving environmental standards



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    • 4. Carbon Footprint Reduction  
         -       Minimised energy consumption in water treatment 
         -       Reduced transportation of water and chemicals 
               - Support for transition to renewable energy sources

    • 5. Biodiversity Protection   
         -       Reduced impact on local water sources 
               - Minimised pollutant discharge to natural water bodies 
               - Support for habitat conservation efforts

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  • The Imperative for Effective Water Management

  • Veolia Water Technologies is committed to supporting the microelectronics industry in its journey towards sustainability. 

    Our expert team works closely with manufacturers to: 
       - Assess current water usage and environmental impact 
       - Design tailored sustainable water solutions 
       - Implement and optimise circular water management systems 
       - Provide ongoing support and continuous improvement

    By partnering with Veolia, microelectronics manufacturers can: 
       - Achieve and exceed sustainability targets 
       - Enhance brand reputation as an environmental leader 
       - Reduce operational costs through improved resource efficiency 
       - Ensure long-term regulatory compliance 
       - Contribute to global water conservation efforts

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Take the Next Step Towards Sustainable Water Management

Contact Veolia Water Technologies today to explore how our sustainable water solutions can transform your microelectronics manufacturing operations.

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