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We specialize in delivering expert process engineering design and support services for industrial water management, wastewater treatment, and water reuse across various industries. Our holistic approach prioritizes CO2 footprint minimization and optimizes the water-energy nexus, ensuring sustainable and efficient industrial water solutions.

WSP helps industrial clients manage water and wastewater challenges with smart, sustainable solutions. From advanced treatment technologies to regulatory compliance, water reuse and resource optimization, our global experts deliver resilient systems that reduce costs, improve performance, and support environmental goals through digitally enabled innovation. 

Resilient solutions for a changing world

Industrial water and wastewater management plays a pivotal role in sustaining operations across global industries. As regulations tighten and production cycles shift, clients need solutions that are adaptable, efficient, and environmentally responsible. 

Our holistic approach leverages advanced digital platforms, data analytics, and automation to deliver resilient, Future Ready™ solutions. Our teams help clients reduce water and CO₂ footprints, optimize performance, and stay ahead of environmental risks. 
Our industrial water expertise helps clients to achieve resilient, sustainable, and efficient water cycle management; we help in risk reduction, full compliance and in optimization of the water & energy nexus with a Future Ready approach.

Comprehensive water management expertise

Our water experts provide tailored guidance across the full lifecycle of industrial water systems—from digital design and advanced treatment to real-time process and operations optimization and compliance monitoring. 

  • Expert guidance 
    We advise on water chemistry and treatment system selection, customizing recommendations to each client’s needs.
  • Engineering excellence 
    We design pilot-scale and full-scale treatment plants for process water, wastewater, and groundwater. We also optimize existing systems to improve reliability, identify proper reuse options and reduce environmental impact.

Confidence through advanced tools

We tackle conventional and emerging contaminants—including PFAS and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)—using proper combinations of state-of-the-art treatment technologies, IoT-enabled sensors, and AI-driven analytics.


Targeted support for critical issues

As industrial clients face increasing pressure from water scarcity and conservation goals, the reuse of industrial water is becoming a strategic priority. Beyond compliance and operational efficiency, we support clients in designing and implementing advanced water reuse solutions, including zero liquid discharge systems, that help reduce environmental impact, recover valuable resources, and future-proof operations.


Digital and cutting-edge technologies

We help clients address urgent water challenges with precision and speed: 

  • Legionella testing and risk assessments 
  • Chemical feed systems and corrosion control 
  • 24/7 emergency response and remote monitoring 
  • Cooling tower treatment and compliance
  • Comprehensive water treatment programs for scale, bacteria, and energy efficiency

Smart, scalable solutions

Our engineers deliver customized, integrated solutions across the full spectrum of industrial water and wastewater management.  We have designed treatment systems ranging from 25,000 to 25 million US gallons/day. Capabilities include:

  • Membrane systems, advanced oxidation, anaerobic digestion, using different types of biological plants for nutrient removal 
  • Dynamic process and water balance modeling and audits 
  • Energy recovery from wastewater and organic WasteBench and pilot-scale testing

Sector-specific solutions

Our digital toolset enables predictive modeling, scenario analysis, and seamless project collaboration, ensuring optimal outcomes for every client. 

In addition to specific tools developed internally based on WSP's expertise, our engineering centers of excellence also utilize advanced modeling and project tools to deliver high-performance systems. These include: 

  • ASPEN Plus, HYSYS®, ChemCAD, GPS-X™, BioWin™, SUMO™, ToxChem™ 
  • 3D modeling: Revit, AutoCAD Plant 3D 
  • Project controls: Primavera P6, Timberline, SharePoint

Water reuse and zero discharge systems

We serve industries where water is critical—from food and beverage to mining and energy. Our sector-specific solutions address unique challenges and regulatory landscapes.

Energy

  • We provide advanced industrial water management solutions tailored to the energy sector, addressing challenges from water treatment to resource conservation.

Chemical

  • Our expertise in chemical industry water treatment systems ensures efficient processes that meet regulatory requirements while reducing environmental impact.

Pharmaceutical

  • We design innovative water treatment systems for the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on the safe management of APIs and other complex contaminants.

Mining

  • We offer robust industrial water solutions for the mining sector, managing water use efficiently and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

Manufacturing and Data Centres

  • Our tailored industrial water solutions optimize water use in manufacturing and data centers, enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.

Food & Beverages

  • We deliver customized water treatment systems for the food and beverage industry, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

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