Innovating Leachate Management: A Success Story in Sustainability

A landfill in Europe struggled with severe RO membrane fouling, leading to frequent cleanings, higher chemical usage, and extended downtime. These issues made it difficult to maintain discharge quality and process waste efficiently, pushing the site toward non-compliance and undermining its sustainability goals.

ZwitterCo delivered a breakthrough solution with our zwitterionic RO membranes – designed to repel the high organic load in the leachate and drastically reduce irreversible fouling. With no system modifications required, our membranes seamlessly integrated into their operations, quickly delivering results.

Within just a few months of installation, the site experienced:

✅ 80% reduction in cleaning frequency, cutting chemical costs and downtime

✅ Enhanced water recovery and higher productivity from their filtration system

✅ Longer membrane life, ensuring stable, long-term performance

Ready to transform your leachate treatment? ZwitterCo’s advanced membranes can help you cut costs, improve operations, and meet your sustainability goals. Contact us today to get started.