Reuse of waste water and its potential to improve the efficiency of industrial activities in Wasit Governorate

Abstract

  The investigation is centered on the application of scientific research pertaining to wastewater treatment and purification in accordance with international water standards in Wasit province. By examining the environmental and industrial potentials within the region and how they can be harnessed to enhance industrial practices and other activities in the province's districts, the study underscores the significance of exploring wastewater reuse as a crucial water resource that necessitates conservation. It also underscores the importance of considering the sustainability of geographical resources and variables (ecological, human, economic, and policy-related factors) that impact wastewater management, utilization, and success in industrial endeavors across the province's districts. Relevant data, ecological information, and spatial data were gathered from pertinent entities such as the Ministry of Environment's Planning and Monitoring Department in Baghdad, the Department of Regional Development and Planning, and the Wasit Environment Directorate in Wasit province. An analysis of the percentage distribution of geographical and environmental factors influencing wastewater issues in Wasit province in 2023 revealed that the primary focus for treating accumulated wastewater exhibited the highest percentage (89%). Significant percentages were also noted for population growth (86%) and the integration of modern industry with its technological alternatives (84%). Furthermore, the research delves into determining the actual water demand in cubic meters per day for anticipated wastewater activities. Specifically, agricultural and industrial operations showed a daily water demand of (332) cubic meters. The study showcases successful practical instances of wastewater reuse and draws upon global case studies from various countries to enhance this practice. It also scrutinizes the scientific methodologies and contemporary technologies employed for wastewater reuse both in Arab nations and abroad, highlighting treatment approaches and industrial applications of wastewater. Moreover, the utilization of SPSSV22 software is employed to derive the reliability percentages in industrial operations across Wasit province's districts. Recorded figures indicate the quality ratios of wastewater usage in the districts as follows: (14.01%, 17.66%, 18.30%, 21.51%, 15.2%, 13.32%). Leveraging these findings and conducting multiple calculations via statistical tools mentioned in the study, including SPSS and Excel, revealed percentages related to treated wastewater, efficiency levels, and usage diversification for industrial crops, yielding figures of (65.21%, 50.98%, 75.77%). This underscores the critical nature of the subject matter, urging concerned stakeholders to engage in scientific inquiries and investigations, thereby motivating institutions and governmental bodies to implement the necessary treatments and procedures essential for enhancing wastewater reuse in industrial settings within the province.