Conclusion
This project at Adhyapana School proves that decentralized wastewater recycling is not just feasible but essential in areas lacking underground sewage networks. It showcases a scalable, low-cost model for schools, NGOs, and communities across underdeveloped and developing regions.
The school won the prestigious "National Jal Prahari Award" in 2023 for their remarkable achievement in water conservation and greening their surrounding space.
Testimonial
“We wanted to walk the talk on sustainability, and RITEWAYS helped us do exactly that. Today, we not only treat our own wastewater but also conserve precious water every day.”
— Adhyapana School Management
The Results
Today, Adhyapana School recycles 20,000 liters of wastewater daily for flushing and gardening, significantly conserving freshwater. The previously untreated septic tank discharge that was contaminating the groundwater is now fully recycled and reused. The school has become a benchmark for decentralized sanitation and sustainable water management in educational campuses.
The Solution
RITEWAYS conducted a detailed feasibility study and proposed a decentralized sewage treatment system using rejuWATER® technology. The school had two existing septic tanks, which were converted into raw sewage collection tanks. Instead of conveying sewage to a single point, RITEWAYS installed two 10,000 LPD decentralized STPs, one at each source. These natural, power-free systems run on sunlight and soil, eliminating the need for mechanical treatment or complex operations.
The Problem
Adhyapana School in Madurai was facing a growing water crisis due to rapidly depleting groundwater levels. Running daily operations became challenging without a sustainable water solution. Conventional STPs were not feasible due to high costs of sewage conveyance from multiple discharge points to a central location.
Case Study: rejuWATER® Decentralized STP at Adhyapana School, Madurai
