"Constructed wetlands" refers to man-made systems that mimic the functions of natural wetlands. They are created to help treat wastewater and filter pollutants through a combination of plants, soil, and organisms. These wetlands are designed to be eco-friendly and support various forms of wildlife, while also providing a sustainable solution for managing water resources and improving water quality.
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Sentences with «constructed wetlands»
- Treatment of wastewater or storm water by constructed wetlands can be a low - cost, low energy process requiring minimal maintenance and operation. (2011.solarteam.org)
- There, on a formerly shopworn industrial site, newly planted trees, a ten - acre living roof, and a series of constructed wetlands and swales are restoring soil, creating habitat, and revitalizing the landscape while effectively filtering stormwater runoff for $ 35 million less than conventional technical methods. (mcdonough.com)
- Biofilters such as constructed wetlands offer a sustainable alternative and are often used to mitigate environmental issues associated with wastewater or stormwater at reduced energy and maintenance costs compared to traditional treatment methods. (greenroofs.com)
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