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Compost from water hyacinth.
Clear the lake and sell the compost.
Water hyacinth covers the lake, and the weed pulled out rots on the bank. The weed and other plant waste are composted quickly in closed pits into rich manure for soil.

What it achieves
The key numbers.
plant size.
payback.
sold as soil conditioner.
Problem and fix
The problem this solves.
- 01The problem
Water hyacinth covers the lake, and the weed pulled out rots on the bank.
How it is fixedThe weed and other plant waste are composted quickly in closed pits into rich manure for soil. Selling the manure pays for the plant.
How it works
Step by step.
- 1
Remove
Water hyacinth is pulled from the lake.
- 2
Compost
It is composted quickly in closed pits.
- 3
Sell
Rich soil conditioner is sold.
Key features
Why it works well.
1 to 10 tonnes a day. Pays back in about 5 years.
- Pays for itselfCompost sales pay back the plant.
- Cleaner lakesWeed is removed and used.
- Any plant wasteWorks for market and farm waste too.
At a glance
The details.
| Capacity | 1 to 10 tonnes a day |
|---|---|
| Indicative plant cost | About INR 10 lakh |
| Payback | About 5 years |
| Ready level | Level 6 of 9 (working model tested in real conditions) |
| Scale | Town or market yard |
Costs are indicative and change with your water, site and plant size. We confirm them after testing a sample.
Where it is used
Who it is for.
- Lake authorities
- Market yards
- Towns
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Is this technology proven?
Yes. It is at ready level 6 of 9, which means: working model tested in real conditions. 1 to 10 tonnes a day. Pays back in about 5 years.
Can we try it on our own water first?
Yes. We test a sample in our NABL-accredited lab and, where it helps, run a small trial on your site before you invest in a full plant.
Do you supply and install it?
Yes. We design, supply, install and start up the system, train your staff, and our lab checks the treated water.
Water treatment materials made from waste
Other ways to fix this problem.
THE NEXT STEP
Fix it on
your own site.
Send us a water sample or a test report. We will check it, confirm this method fits and tell you what it costs to run.
Discuss your problem