Water Resource Development using Hotel Wastewater Treatment Plant

Abstract

The hospitality industry is a major consumer of potable water, placing significant strain on urban resources while generating large volumes of wastewater. This research investigates water resource development through the implementation of an on-site Hotel Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a decentralized treatment system in reclaiming hotel effluent (comprising both greywater and blackwater) for beneficial reuse. The methodology involves characterizing the wastewater influent and assessing the treatment plant's performance based on its removal efficiencies for key parameters such as BOD, COD, TSS, and nutrients. The quality of the treated effluent is then compared against established standards for non-potable reuse. The findings indicate that the WWTP can consistently produce high-quality reclaimed water, suitable for applications including landscape irrigation, toilet flushing, and cooling tower makeup. This study confirms that treating hotel wastewater on-site is a viable and sustainable strategy, effectively creating a new local water resource, reducing operational costs, and minimizing the hotel's environmental footprint.