Pakistan is facing energy crises
from two decades and balanced availability of surface and underground water is also
an associated problem. Textile and paper industries are flushing millions of gallons
of effluents every day in the form of industrial wastewater containing many
hazardous chemicals (organic and inorganic) which can cause environmental
issues, damage underground water quality, aquatic life, agricultural land, and
human health as well.
Information was collected for the
period 2012-2014 from residents living near various industrial zones in and
around Sargodha road in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Residents reported chemical
impurities, bad quality underground water, decreased productivity of
agricultural land and various health issues.
Recycling 25-50% of wastewater from the textile
industry of Faisalabad region is proposed. In order to make the process
economically feasible, the treatment cost should be partially covered by
recovery of chemicals and by reduction in pumping cost. Recycled process is
much more sustainable and environment friendly. Positive impact on climate
change and reduced environmental impacts on surface and underground water will
help uplift the economy of the Faisalabad region. A pilot project in
coordination with the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) is proposed for textile industry’s wastewater
treatment.
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