Upgrading existing systems while planning and building capacity for the future of Indonesia's septage management

Septage Management Problem Solving and Tools in Indonesia

Stantec has worked throughout Indonesia with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) on water and sanitation programs specifically involving septage management. With extensive expertise in this field, Stantec has provided technical assistance and capacity building to help improve the design and operation of existing and planned septage treatment facilities.

This work involved conducting field investigations, reviewing design documentations, and interacting with local stakeholders to share findings and recommendations. Stantec has also developed a tool that helps utilities with the planning, costing, and financing for the collection, treatment and transport of septage. This tool uses industry standard data supplemented with situation-specific data and allows users to consider various fecal sludge management service delivery models and treatment options. In addition to the tool, Stantec has created a comprehensive manual to assist with the long-term planning that describes technology selection for septage management. Work in Indonesia has been extended and Stantec is being tasked with continuing to provide treatment plant design and operations review, training and capacity building, and an enhanced technical manual.