Industrial wastewater treatment & recovery
Turning Wastewater into Resource
Recover, Recycle, Reuse
Our technological capabilities allow us to deliver innovative, world class solutions for the treatment of wastewater and trade effluent from manufacturing, process, industrial and commercial activities.
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Our technological capabilities allow us to deliver innovative, world class solutions for the treatment of wastewater and trade effluent from manufacturing , process, industrial and commercial activities.
Our proprietary solutions solve the issues and increasing costs of freshwater intake, trade effluent discharge, regulatory compliance and consents.
We offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet your individual needs. Our approach is focused on understanding and responding to what you require, providing effective and practical solutions.
Core Principles: Recover water and thermal energy at source; manage contaminants through defined physical, chemical, biological, adsorption or oxidation barriers – verify the outcome through auditable measurement.
Tailored Solutions to Recover and Reuse Industrial Wastewater
Recover
Our systems recover 96% of wastewater, and 90% of process heat
Recycle
Our modern Ceramic Sub Micron Ultrafiltration membranes filter industrial wastewater for reuse in all process areas
Reuse
Both filtered water - the 'Permeate', and recovered heat are returned to the process floor for reuse, without need for freshwater and added heating process
Single Layer Technology
Recovered wastewater and heat is returned for Reuse into process by a single layer of system equipment…
NO NEED for multiple purchases and installations from the same, or multiple suppliers.
One System – One Solution – One Cost
Improve Operational Efficiency
Liquid Carbon Technology enables highly efficient water recovery, helping water-intensive industries recycle water, heat, and operational resources – unlocking meaningful savings.
Now is the time to address and prepare for a fundamental change in opex costs.
Common trajectory across Industrial Sectors will inevitably be more metering, more data – detailed water and effluent analytics becoming standard, with benchmarks, KPIs, and dashboards everyday considerations.
On‑site treatment will become ‘core infrastructure’ – no longer “nice‑to‑have”, but central to licence‑to‑operate.
'Polluter Pays' Resilience
Governments policies are moving hard toward tighter discharge limits and “polluter pays” regulation via Water Framework Directives and Industrial Emissions Directives, with emerging contaminants requiring stricter enforcement, increased monitoring, advanced treatments and higher penalties.
Untreated or poorly treated wastewater is increasingly unacceptable: globally, over 80% of wastewater is still discharged untreated, and this is exactly what new rules aim to change.
Effluent will get more expensive to discharge—through higher trade effluent charges, tighter consents, and potential fines. The cheapest route will increasingly be on‑site treatment plus reuse, not “treat to discharge and forget”.
Water users won’t just be asked to pay more – they’ll be expected to fundamentally change how they think about water.
Freshwater Resource
Industrial water is becoming a strategic resource, no longer assumed as a cheap utility.
Europe’s industrial water market is forecast to exceed €100 billion by 2030, with capex/opex growing at ~5% CAGR, driven by scarcity, regulation and high‑tech demand.
EU and UK regulators are tightening abstraction licences, especially in water‑stressed regions, pushing efficiency and reuse rather than new withdrawals
Water scarcity are now framed as a business continuity risks, not just an environmental issue – industrial users are expected to prove resilience and efficiency.
Increasing costs and availability will bring forward expectation that Industrial Operators close loops on‑site.
CO2 Emission Pressures
As climate targets tighten, embedded emissions in water and wastewater are being pulled into corporate decarbonisation plans.
High‑volume water users will be pushed to cut both water and energy intensity – so technologies that combine reuse + lower kWh/m³ will become increasingly important in the Industrial Sector.
Industrial water treatment is a growing, energy‑hungry market – global industrial water treatment is projected to rise from 46.1 bn (2024) to 71.6 bn (2033), ~5% CAGR, with energy use a key concern.
CO₂ per m³ of water used and discharged will matter. Plants that recycle water and reduce energy per unit of production will be better aligned with ESG and regulatory expectations.
Now is the time to address and prepare for a fundamental change in opex costs.
Common trajectory across Industrial Sectors will inevitably be more metering, more data - detailed water and effluent analytics becoming standard, with benchmarks, KPIs, and dashboards everyday considerations.
On‑site treatment will become 'core infrastructure' - no longer “nice‑to‑have”, but central to licence‑to‑operate.
Untreated or poorly treated wastewater is increasingly unacceptable: globally, over 80% of wastewater is still discharged untreated, and this is exactly what new rules aim to change.
Effluent will get more expensive to discharge—through higher trade effluent charges, tighter consents, and potential fines. The cheapest route will increasingly be on‑site treatment plus reuse, not “treat to discharge and forget”.
Water users won’t just be asked to pay more - they’ll be expected to fundamentally change how they think about water.
Europe’s industrial water market is forecast to exceed €100 billion by 2030, with capex/opex growing at ~5% CAGR, driven by scarcity, regulation and high‑tech demand.
EU and UK regulators are tightening abstraction licences, especially in water‑stressed regions, pushing efficiency and reuse rather than new withdrawals
Water scarcity are now framed as a business continuity risks, not just an environmental issue - industrial users are expected to prove resilience and efficiency.
Increasing costs and availability will bring forward expectation that Industrial Operators close loops on‑site.
High‑volume water users will be pushed to cut both water and energy intensity - so technologies that combine reuse + lower kWh/m³ will become increasingly important in the Industrial Sector.
Industrial water treatment is a growing, energy‑hungry market - global industrial water treatment is projected to rise from 46.1 bn (2024) to 71.6 bn (2033), ~5% CAGR, with energy use a key concern.
CO₂ per m³ of water used and discharged will matter. Plants that recycle water and reduce energy per unit of production will be better aligned with ESG and regulatory expectations.
"Working with Liquid Carbon Technologies transformed the way we manage industrial wastewater and associated emissions. Their technical expertise and execution turned our operational cost-reduction roadmap into a tangible, achievable reality."
Group Director of Sustainability - Global Food Manufacturing Partner
Liquid Carbon Technologies combines research-backed Technology with scalable engineering.
Based in the UK, and across the globe, we are committed to helping UK and International enterprises achieve measurable emissions reductions while unlocking sustainable commercial value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Wastewater Recovery technologies, system deployment, and our collaborative project approach.
What industries benefit most from your technology?
Our systems are designed for water-intensive industrial applications, including manufacturing, production, and processing. We serve industries such as laundry, food and beverage, dairy, confectionery, corrugated packaging and paper, healthcare, and hospitals.
If water and effluent management are critical to the industrial operation, that’s our business!
Where is Liquid Carbon Technologies based?
Founded and proudly rooted in Derry, United Kingdom, we provide technical deployment and advisory services across Britain, Europe, and worldwide.
With founding partnerships and technology research divisions around the globe, we are a truly international service provider.
How does your Wastewater Recovery system work?
We capture and recover wastewater directly at the point of discharge, preventing it from entering the water ecosystem. Through filtration, it can then be reused and upcycled back into your process.
How do you verify emissions reduction outcomes?
Every implementation includes rigorous AI-powered digital monitoring and third-party-verifiable emissions accounting aligned with international carbon disclosure frameworks.
Can your systems retrofit into existing facilities?
Yes, modularity is central to our engineering approach. We design installations that integrate seamlessly with existing manufacturing and water infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption.
Our modular, plug-and-play systems are quick to install and compatible with existing equipment, helping to minimise disruption and downtime.
How do we begin a consultation?
You can get in touch with our team via email or telephone to arrange an initial feasibility assessment of your industrial facilities and operational footprint.
Get in touch
Liquid Carbon Technologies (UK) Ltd, Beraghmore Road, Derry, United Kingdom, BT48 8SE
Business hours
Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 17:30
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Contact details
Tel: +44 (0)28 7186 1068
Email: enquiries@liquidcarbon.ai