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Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant in Washington, D.C., is the largest advanced wastewater treatment plant in the world.
Melanie Rocha
Curie Kim
Korea University
April 22, 2025
Blue Plains: A journey of wastewater to sustainable treasure
Story by Melanie Rocha & Curie Kim
Discover how innovative technology and passionate engineers are redefining sustainability, turning everyday sewage into valuable resources that benefit our environment and communities. This story breaks down the future of waste management and shows how Blue Plains is leading the charge toward a more sustainable tomorrow.
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