Project Overview
The textile industry consumes ~200 L of water per kg fabric and faces strict Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) norms. Conventional effluent treatment plants (Flocculation, ASP, Membranes) are energy-intensive, costly (₹100–130/m³), and generate large sludge volumes. Small/medium dyeing units struggle with these costs, often leading to untreated discharges that harm rivers, crops, and public health in Tamil Nadu’s textile belt.
Solution – Bio-Electrochemical Anaerobic Digester (BEADs™)
JSP Enviro developed a modular Bio-Electrochemical Anaerobic Digester (BEADs™)
based on microbial fuel cells (MFCs).
Dual Benefit System
No blowers needed.
Electro-active biofilms
degrade organics while generating electricity.
Modular, containerized design
easy to transport, install, and scale.
Supplementary to ASP
or standalone with polishing filters.
Pilot Deployment Details
Site
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Capacity
10 KLD (10 modules / 80 MFC boxes)
Installation
Housed in 20×8 ft container
Commissioning
June 25, 2023
Effluent Characteristics
COD
1000–1500 ppm
BOD
150–250 ppm
pH
8.5–12
TDS
4500
Key Results
6-Month Operational Performance Data
Treatment Efficiency
COD Reduction
Consistent organic load decrease
50-60%
BOD Reduction
Improved biodegradability
~70%
Colour Reduction
Significant decolorization
67%
Cost & Sustainability
Treatment Cost
Per cubic meter
₹42/m³
~60% savings vs conventional
Energy Savings
From blower elimination
50%
Sludge Production
Compared to conventional methods
Nil
Operational Strengths
Robust Components
Corrosion-resistant materials for longevity
Minimal Intervention
Automation reduces operator dependency
Rapid Setup
Deployed in just 2.5 months