Research & Testing
On-Site Testing
CAWT's constructed wetland has been engineered to maximize flexibility in research design. Two parallel series of three wetland treatment cells can be further divided into six discreet wetlands streams for detailed and controlled water quality and design testing. CAWT welcomes proposals for utilization of on-site wetland cells and of the Solar Ecology System for academic research, industrial and product testing purposes. We have research and industrial partnerships with Trent University, SGS Lakefield Research and others, and look forward to further partnerships and collaborations.
Monitoring and Sample Analysis
CAWT is dedicated to gathering research data on the long-term effectiveness of constructed wetlands in cold-climates. We can provide analytical services to characterize and evaluate the effectiveness of wastewater treatment at alternative treatment sites. Services include field sampling, portable analytical instrumentation and data logging.
Indoor and Outdoor Research Areas
A second greenhouse showcases a living machine system, currently treating wastwater from an aquaculture source.
Outside are a series of 24 aquaculture ponds which are linked to the cold-climate treatment wetlands, providing additional research opportunities.
Be a part of innovations in alternative wastewater treatment: house your research project at CAWT.
Laboratory Facilities
Our lab facilities include both a wet chemistry/sample preparation area and a high-level analytical lab. These facilities are available to research partners, students and others involved in alternative wastewater investigation. Listed below are the analytical capabilities of the labs at CAWT.