Clark Water remains compliant with government standards on effluent
Clark Water, an operating unit under Manila Water Non-East Zone subsidiary Manila Water Philippine Ventures and a concessionaire of Clark Development Corporation (CDC), has remained compliant with the standards set by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for effluent, with the renewal of its wastewater discharge permit.
MANILA, Philippines – Clark Water, an operating unit under Manila Water Non-East Zone subsidiary Manila Water Philippine Ventures and a concessionaire of Clark Development Corporation (CDC), has remained compliant with the standards set by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for effluent, with the renewal of its wastewater discharge permit. This reaffirms Clark Water’s commitment to implementing sustainable water management practices and ensuring the protection of the environment and public health.
The Clark Freeport Zone (CFZ) Sewage Treatment Facility, operated and maintained by Clark Water, has once again passed the parameters cited in the DENR Administrative Orders No. 2016-08 (Water Quality Guidelines and General Effluent Standards) and No. 2021-19 (updated WQG and GES for Selected Parameters). The issuance of this discharge permit is a testament that Clark Water values the importance of responsible wastewater treatment and management, contributing to the maintenance of cleaner waterways and a safer water system for the benefit of our stakeholders.
This accomplishment is a product of the collaboration of CDC and Clark Water to ensure proper treatment of wastewater before being discharged to its designated water bodies. The facility can treat 27 million liters of wastewater per day (MLD) and is allowed to discharge effluent to Dolores Creek through an underground pipe leading to the Mabalacat River.
Aside from regulatory compliance, Clark Water and CDC continue to implement improvements and upgrades in the facility as part of its commitment to environmental protection and sustainability.
“We in Clark Water recognizes the crucial role of proper wastewater treatment and submission to environmental regulations in protecting the environment, preserving the ecosystem and safeguarding public health,” says Lyn Zamora, Clark Water General Manager.
Article continues after this advertisement“As we continue to support the growth of the Clark Freeport Zone as one of the top investment hubs and tourist destinations in the country, we also commit ourselves to upholding sustainability in every part of our operations.” she adds.
Part of the Clark Water’s 2023-2040 Service Improvement Plan is the completion of the retrofitting and construction works in the wastewater treatment facility. Expansion of the existing treatment plant is also underway to cater to the increasing wastewater discharge of the existing and upcoming CFZ locators.
Currently, Clark Water is serving more than 1,000 locators in the CFZ, with 100% wastewater service coverage which spans 254 kilometers of sewer network directed to a centralized wastewater treatment plant. This makes the Clark Freeport Zone an ideal location for businesses where opportunity meets sustainability.
