According to a report published by the United Nations in 2024 (UNHCR, as of December 2024), more than 120 million people
have been forced to leave their homes; some within their own countries, some across borders. These migrations bring with them the problem of shelter in the places they go.
Aid organizations and countries are rapidly building camps and temporary settlements to address this problem. These camps provide basic medical care, temporary accommodation, food, drinking water, and access to sanitation facilities. However, this living environment brings with it a serious wastewater problem.
Rapid solutions are needed for these quickly established camps. At this point, wastewater treatment plants must be mobile and able to be put into operation quickly.
These plants, which are manufactured ready for installation, can be set up and made operational within a few days.
Due to their quick installation and small footprint, mobile wastewater treatment plants are ideal solutions.
These plants are manufactured as fully automated systems that even untrained personnel can easily operate.
Remote management models enable communication between automation panels and remote SCADA systems, allowing for immediate intervention in case of malfunctions.
Camps are often not connected to central wastewater systems located in city centers, and if this problem is not solved, it can lead to the risk of groundwater contamination and the spread of wastewater-related diseases.
The treatment of domestic wastewater is one of the most crucial requirements for maintaining healthy living conditions in camps. This wastewater, generated from daily activities such as showering, toileting, kitchen use, and laundry, contains high amounts of organic matter and microbiological contamination. Direct discharge into the environment contaminates both groundwater and surface water resources. Therefore, it is crucial to establish a sustainable treatment system appropriate to local conditions at each campsite.The different treatment technologies used in these systems are selected according to the size of the camp, the region's climate, and infrastructure conditions. For example, MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) systems stand out for their high treatment quality and are particularly preferred in areas where water reuse is planned. MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor) systems are known for their ease of maintenance and flexibility—they consume low energy and are easy to operate. SBR (Sequential Batch Reactor) technology also offers an economical and effective solution for small and medium-sized camps. Each of these systems, with its adaptability to different conditions, directly contributes to the sustainability of the camp.Ultimately, the selection of mobile wastewater treatment systems in humanitarian camps is not only a technical decision but also one related to quality of life. The use of modern systems such as MBR, MBBR, and SBR maintains clean environmental conditions, reduces the risk of infectious diseases, and ensures efficient use of water resources. These approaches help create dignified, long-term living spaces within the camps, rather than temporary ones.
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