Students Explore Urban Wastewater Management at Dihua Sewage Treatment Plant

On June 10, students from the Sustainable Water Supply course, led by Professor Hsin-Hsin Tung, visited the Dihua Sewage Treatment Plant in Taipei. This field trip offered students valuable exposure to real-world wastewater management systems and infrastructure, enhancing their understanding of sustainable urban water practices.

The visit began with an introductory presentation and video detailing the plant’s mission, operational scope, and the overall design of Taipei’s sewer infrastructure. Students were then guided through scale models of the sewer network, enhancing their understanding of how wastewater is collected, transported, and treated in a dense urban environment.

Following the indoor session, the group toured several major components of the treatment plant, including the aeration tanks, deep-water pumping stations, and other key treatment facilities. The tour concluded with a visit to the observation deck, where students were able to view the effluent discharge point into the Tamsui River, providing a tangible sense of the system’s environmental impact.

This field trip not only deepened students’ comprehension of wastewater treatment processes but also highlighted the importance of sustainable and efficient sewer system management in urban resilience and environmental protection.