Strengthening Local Collaboration: NAMOR Partners Visit Langada Wastewater Treatment Plant

This summer, partners from the International Hellenic University (IHU), the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH), and ECOLOGIKI visited the Langada Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in Northern Greece. The visit marked an important step forward in preparing the site for the installation of NAMOR’s Greek Membrane Photobioreactor (MPBR) demonstration unit.

The on-site meeting focused on three main goals:

• Introducing the NAMOR Project to the local water utility D.E.Y.A.L., represented by the Director of Technical Services, Mr. Apostolos Paschalidis.

• Inspecting the WWTP infrastructure and gaining a detailed understanding of current operational conditions.

• Identifying optimal locations within the facility for the installation of the MPBR demonstration unit.

This collaborative exchange ensured alignment between NAMOR partners and local operators, paving the way for seamless integration of the upcoming demo system.

The MPBR demonstration in Langada stands as a central element of NAMOR’s work on sustainable and decentralised wastewater treatment. The system combines advanced biotechnological processes with membrane-based treatment, enabling:

• Reduction of pollution loads,

• Recovery of valuable resources,

• Enhanced process efficiency through microalgae–bacteria interactions,

• Increased resilience for municipal water services.

By situating this innovation directly within an operational WWTP, NAMOR ensures that the technology is validated not just under controlled laboratory conditions but also within real-world operational environments.

The forthcoming demonstration at Langada will serve as a model for scaling up advanced treatment technologies across Europe. By showcasing how decentralised and nature-based processes can complement municipal systems, NAMOR contributes to the broader transition toward circular, climate-resilient, and community-focused water management.