Selection of Floating Wetland Research Publications by Clarity Aquatic Team
Performance of constructed floating wetlands in a cold climate waste stabilization pond:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0048969723017345?via%3Dihub
Investigation of the potential of native wetland plants for removal of nutrients from synthetic stormwater and domestic wastewater:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0925857422001033?via%3Dihub
Experimental designs of field-based constructed floating wetland studies: A review: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0048969719300191?via%3Dihub
Using Constructed Floating Wetlands to Remove Nutrients from a Waste Stabilization Pond: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/13/13/1746
Constructed floating wetlands for the treatment of surface waters and industrial wastewaters: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-18412-3_3
Flow distribution and mass removal in floating treatment wetlands arranged in series and spanning the channel width: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1570644322000338
Channel 7 reporting on UniSA and CSIRO study using CFWs to remove PFAS from wetlands: https://x.com/7NewsAdelaide/status/1520330384663527425
PFAS Research Study CSIRO and UniSA Mawson Lakes
CSIRO and UniSA researchers trialled constructed floating wetlands at Mawson Lakes to assess their effectiveness in removing PFAS from wastewater. Native wetland plants were grown hydroponically on floating platforms, showing strong potential to absorb PFAS through roots and shoots. This passive, nature-based solution offers a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical or mechanical remediation methods.
Brazeau County Alberta Canada Research Study
Clarity Aquatic is collaborating with Covey Associates, Brazeau County, and the University of Alberta to trial floating wetlands in cold-climate sewage ponds. This full-scale project is testing how native plants recover after harsh winters while showcasing unique features such as integrated handrails and wildlife netting. Early results are promising and mark an important step in expanding CFW use in colder regions.
UnityWater Kenilworth STP Research Study
Clarity Aquatic partnered with Unitywater and Covey Associates to trial CFWs at the Kenilworth Sewage Treatment Plant in SE Queensland. The project delivered outstanding results in plant growth and nutrient removal, earning Unitywater the AWA QLD Infrastructure Project Innovation Award in 2019. This pilot highlights the value of low-tech, sustainable upgrades to existing treatment infrastructure.
