Competitive Edge
How AquaNova Outperforms Traditional Treatment
Chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, and conventional biological systems have served municipalities for decades. But the challenges of modern wastewater — CECs, H₂S, sludge overload — demand something better.
Excellent / Full capability
Partial / Limited capability
Not capable / Negative
| Category | AquaNova (T3 Hydrox + Hydrobiotics) | Chlorine | Hydrogen Peroxide | Conventional Bio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odour & H₂S Control | Eliminates H₂S in < 3 minutes | Partial — odour reduction only | Moderate — slower reaction | Limited — doesn't target dissolved sulphides |
| Sludge Reduction | 30%+ reduction (Hydrobiotics) | None | None | Minimal biological digestion |
| Pathogen Destruction | Complete — EPA/TSCA verified | Good — but leaves residuals | Good — but 3.5× slower | Partial — depends on retention time |
| CEC Breakdown | Advanced oxidation destroys CECs | Creates harmful chlorinated byproducts | Limited without UV activation | Minimal — most CECs pass through |
| Infrastructure Changes | None — drop-in dosing system | Requires chlorination equipment | Requires storage & safety upgrades | Major capital investment |
| Operator Safety | CSIR Class I Non-Hazardous | Hazardous — PPE & storage regulations | Corrosive — strict handling required | H₂S exposure risk remains |
| Environmental Safety | Non-toxic to aquatic ecosystems | Toxic residuals — requires dechlorination | Generally safe at low concentrations | Nutrient runoff risk |
| Carbon Credits | Eligible — reduced COD & emissions | Not eligible | Not eligible | Not eligible |
| Cost vs Chlorine | 50% savings | Baseline — 100% | Higher — up to 2× chlorine cost | High capital, lower operational |
| Time to Results | 1–7 days | Immediate — but limited scope | 1–3 days — slower oxidation | Weeks to months for steady state |
| Ammonia Control | Hydrobiotics biological nitrification | None | None | Partial — depends on SRT and design |
| Corrosion Reduction | Reduces H₂S corrosion to concrete & metal | None — can accelerate metal corrosion | None | None |
Odour & H₂S Control
AquaNova
Eliminates H₂S in < 3 minutes
Chlorine
Partial — odour reduction only
H₂O₂
Moderate — slower reaction
Conventional
Limited — doesn't target dissolved sulphides
Sludge Reduction
AquaNova
30%+ reduction (Hydrobiotics)
Chlorine
None
H₂O₂
None
Conventional
Minimal biological digestion
Pathogen Destruction
AquaNova
Complete — EPA/TSCA verified
Chlorine
Good — but leaves residuals
H₂O₂
Good — but 3.5× slower
Conventional
Partial — depends on retention time
CEC Breakdown
AquaNova
Advanced oxidation destroys CECs
Chlorine
Creates harmful chlorinated byproducts
H₂O₂
Limited without UV activation
Conventional
Minimal — most CECs pass through
Infrastructure Changes
AquaNova
None — drop-in dosing system
Chlorine
Requires chlorination equipment
H₂O₂
Requires storage & safety upgrades
Conventional
Major capital investment
Operator Safety
AquaNova
CSIR Class I Non-Hazardous
Chlorine
Hazardous — PPE & storage regulations
H₂O₂
Corrosive — strict handling required
Conventional
H₂S exposure risk remains
Environmental Safety
AquaNova
Non-toxic to aquatic ecosystems
Chlorine
Toxic residuals — requires dechlorination
H₂O₂
Generally safe at low concentrations
Conventional
Nutrient runoff risk
Carbon Credits
AquaNova
Eligible — reduced COD & emissions
Chlorine
Not eligible
H₂O₂
Not eligible
Conventional
Not eligible
Cost vs Chlorine
AquaNova
50% savings
Chlorine
Baseline — 100%
H₂O₂
Higher — up to 2× chlorine cost
Conventional
High capital, lower operational
Time to Results
AquaNova
1–7 days
Chlorine
Immediate — but limited scope
H₂O₂
1–3 days — slower oxidation
Conventional
Weeks to months for steady state
Ammonia Control
AquaNova
Hydrobiotics biological nitrification
Chlorine
None
H₂O₂
None
Conventional
Partial — depends on SRT and design
Corrosion Reduction
AquaNova
Reduces H₂S corrosion to concrete & metal
Chlorine
None — can accelerate metal corrosion
H₂O₂
None
Conventional
None
The Bottom Line
Lower Total Cost
50% savings vs chlorine, reduced sludge disposal costs, and potential carbon credit revenue.
Better Performance
Addresses H₂S, CECs, pathogens, sludge, and ammonia in a single integrated programme.
Safer Operations
CSIR Class I Non-Hazardous. No dangerous chemical storage. Safer for operators and communities.
See It in Practice
Explore our case studies or contact us to discuss a pilot trial at your facility.