Frequently Asked Questions

Regulatory & Compliance

What regulatory requirements should I consider when implementing onsite water reuse systems?

Regulatory and ordinance requirements for onsite water reuse systems vary by project location. The permitting process can take 12-18 months and involves coordination with local government authorities, planning departments, and other regulatory bodies. Epic Cleantec helps clients navigate this complex landscape to ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and national standards. [Source]

How long does the permitting process for water reuse systems typically take?

The permitting process for onsite water reuse systems generally takes between 12 and 18 months, depending on the project's location and complexity. Early engagement with regulatory authorities and leveraging available grants or incentives can impact the timeline. [Source]

How does Epic Cleantec support clients with regulatory compliance?

Epic Cleantec provides expert guidance throughout the regulatory process, helping clients understand submission timelines, identify relevant grants and incentives, and ensure that each system meets the strictest local, state, and national standards. [Source]

Can Epic Cleantec help with achieving certifications like LEED or Living Building Challenge?

Yes, Epic Cleantec's solutions are designed to help projects achieve sustainability certifications such as LEED and the Living Building Challenge. Their resource recovery solutions can earn up to 25 LEED v5 points and support complex Water Petal certification projects. [Source]

Infrastructure & Technical Requirements

What infrastructure considerations are important for integrating water reuse systems?

Key infrastructure considerations include allocating physical space for water treatment and storage components, as well as designing the piping and distribution network. Minimizing square footage for these systems helps control construction costs. Early integration into building design is recommended for optimal results. [Source]

How compact are Epic Cleantec's water reuse systems?

Epic Cleantec's OneWater™ system is designed to be compact and modular, occupying the equivalent of just a few parking spaces. This makes it ideal for urban environments with limited space. [Source]

What technical documentation is available for Epic Cleantec's systems?

Epic Cleantec provides spec sheets and Revit files for the OneWater™ system, available for download upon request. These documents include detailed technical specifications and design files for integration into projects. [Source]

What are the integration requirements for Epic Cleantec's water reuse systems?

Integration requirements include a three-way valve for diversion to treatment, sufficient storage for equalization and treatment, waterproofing of tanks, safety shower and operator/lab sink, foul air treatment, high-speed internet, leak detection, and ongoing operations and maintenance. [Source]

Financial Impact & ROI

How do onsite water reuse systems impact project costs?

Onsite water reuse systems can lower overall project costs by reducing water and wastewater utility fees. Epic Cleantec's solutions offer predictable and often lower water costs compared to traditional municipal supply, with ROI typically achieved in 3-7 years. [Source]

What is the typical return on investment (ROI) for Epic Cleantec's systems?

Many customers achieve ROI within 3-7 years due to significant savings on water and sewer utility costs. Heat recovery features can also provide annual savings ranging from ,000 to 0,000. [Source]

Are there grants or incentives available for water reuse projects?

Yes, many cities and states offer policies that incentivize water reuse adoption, including rebates, tax credits, grants, and loans. Epic Cleantec helps clients identify and leverage these opportunities to maximize ROI. [Source]

How can I assess the financial impact of a water reuse system for my project?

Epic Cleantec offers free project assessments to help determine annual water usage and the potential impact of an onsite water reuse system. These assessments provide data-driven insights to inform decision-making. [Source]

Sustainability & Environmental Impact

How do water reuse systems help achieve sustainability goals?

Water reuse systems reduce a building's environmental footprint by recycling up to 95% of wastewater, conserving water resources, and supporting certifications like LEED and the Living Building Challenge. They also help projects meet ESG obligations and respond to growing tenant demand for sustainable technology. [Source]

What is the environmental impact of implementing Epic Cleantec's solutions?

Epic Cleantec's solutions transform wastewater into clean water, renewable energy, and soil products, promoting a circular water economy and minimizing environmental impact. [Source]

How do Epic Cleantec's systems support ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) goals?

Epic Cleantec's systems help clients align with ESG goals by reducing water consumption, lowering utility costs, and supporting sustainability certifications. This is increasingly important for attracting tenants, investors, and customers. [Source]

What percentage of water can Epic Cleantec's systems recycle?

Epic Cleantec's systems can recycle up to 95% of wastewater, significantly reducing reliance on municipal water supplies and supporting water conservation efforts. [Source]

Features & Capabilities

What are the key features of Epic Cleantec's water reuse systems?

Key features include modular and scalable design, compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, and end-to-end services covering design, permitting, installation, and ongoing operations. [Source]

Does Epic Cleantec offer operations and maintenance services?

Yes, Epic Cleantec provides comprehensive operations and maintenance (O&M) services, including regular onsite visits, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 support to ensure efficient system performance. [Source]

What types of water can Epic Cleantec's systems treat?

Epic Cleantec's systems can treat blackwater, greywater, rainwater, and condensate, enabling comprehensive onsite water recycling for a variety of building types. [Source]

How automated are Epic Cleantec's water reuse systems?

The systems are fully automated, requiring minimal manual oversight and enhancing operational efficiency for building owners and operators. [Source]

Use Cases & Industries

Who can benefit from Epic Cleantec's water reuse solutions?

Epic Cleantec's solutions are ideal for real estate developers, property owners, architects, engineers, sustainability consultants, and industries such as community-scale developments, corporate campuses, hotels, residential and commercial real estate, wineries, breweries, stadiums, higher education, and data centers. [Source]

What industries are represented in Epic Cleantec's case studies?

Industries include commercial real estate, residential real estate, hospitality, mixed-use developments, and community-scale developments. Case studies feature projects like Salesforce Tower, The Brady, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, and Park Habitat. [Source]

Can you share specific success stories of Epic Cleantec's customers?

Yes, Epic Cleantec has implemented systems in projects like Salesforce Tower (recycling 30,000 GPD), The Brady (saving 7K annually), The Campus at Horton (recycling 8.7 million gallons/year), and Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills (reusing 438,000 gallons/year for landscaping). [Source]

Who are some of Epic Cleantec's customers?

Customers include Commercial Plumbing Inc., Crescent Heights, Forge Development Partners, The Green Cities Company, Greython, Iron Mechanical, JWM, Kobayashi Group, Pūlama Lānaʻi, Related Companies, Salesforce, Sentral, SOM, Southland Industries, Stockdale Capital Partners, Strada, Tālo Management Group, Westbank, and LAXWA. [Source]

Pain Points & Problems Solved

What problems does Epic Cleantec solve for its customers?

Epic Cleantec addresses water scarcity, rising utility costs, aging infrastructure, sustainability goals, environmental impact, and operational efficiency by enabling buildings to recycle up to 95% of their water and providing fully automated, end-to-end solutions. [Source]

What pain points do Epic Cleantec's customers typically face?

Common pain points include water scarcity, rising water and sewer utility costs, aging municipal infrastructure, the need to meet sustainability certifications, environmental concerns, and the operational burden of managing water systems. [Source]

How does Epic Cleantec help with water scarcity?

Epic Cleantec's technology enables buildings to recycle up to 95% of their water, creating a reliable and local water supply and addressing the strain on water resources caused by population growth and climate change. [Source]

How does Epic Cleantec help reduce utility costs?

By reducing reliance on municipal water supplies, Epic Cleantec's solutions help building owners significantly lower their water and sewer utility costs, which have outpaced inflation by nearly 300% over the last two decades. [Source]

Getting Started & Implementation

How easy is it to start working with Epic Cleantec?

Getting started is simple and efficient. Clients can begin without upfront costs by providing three years of financial information, one year of water usage and rate data, and a review of corporation details. Epic Cleantec then establishes a Water MOU and provides end-to-end project support. [Source]

What is the process for implementing a water reuse system with Epic Cleantec?

The process includes preliminary data collection, establishing a Water Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and comprehensive support through design, permitting, installation, and ongoing operations. [Source]

Does Epic Cleantec offer free project assessments?

Yes, Epic Cleantec offers free project assessments to help clients evaluate water usage and the potential impact of an onsite water reuse system. [Source]

What information do I need to provide to start a project assessment?

Clients should provide three years of financial information, one year of water usage and rate data, and details about their corporation to begin the assessment process. [Source]

Competition & Differentiation

How does Epic Cleantec compare to other water reuse solutions?

Epic Cleantec stands out with modular and scalable systems, a compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, and comprehensive end-to-end services. These features make it suitable for projects of varying sizes and industries. [Source]

What advantages does Epic Cleantec offer for different user segments?

For real estate developers, Epic Cleantec offers significant utility cost savings and improved ROI. Community-scale developments benefit from enhanced sustainability profiles, while universities and industrial clients gain water resilience and support for expansion without additional water resources. [Source]

Why should a customer choose Epic Cleantec over alternatives?

Customers choose Epic Cleantec for its proven track record, modular and scalable design, compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable solutions, and comprehensive support from design through operations. [Source]

What makes Epic Cleantec's solutions unique in the market?

Epic Cleantec's solutions are unique due to their adaptability to any building scale, compact and modular design, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, and end-to-end project support, making them highly versatile and effective for a wide range of applications. [Source]

Sustainability
Top considerations for incorporating water reuse in architectural designs

Implementing a blackwater or greywater reuse system into a project lessens the impact a building has on its community, and is a great way to reduce building costs, achieve green certifications, and meet regulatory requirements. Architects across the country are incorporating onsite reuse into integrated, sustainable building designs. However, many considerations go into determining if onsite water reuse is right for your project.

Here are four considerations architects should keep in mind for implementing water reuse in their next project design.  

Regulatory requirements

Regulations and ordinance requirements for onsite water reuse systems will vary based on your project’s location. The permitting process can take anywhere from 12-18 months, and involves coordination with various stakeholders, including local government authorities, planning departments, and other regulatory bodies. It’s important to understand the optimal timeline for permit submission, and taking advantage of any grants or incentives will often impact submission timelines.

To simplify the project delivery process, Epic Cleantec will help navigate an often-complicated regulatory landscape no matter where your project is located. Our team has extensive knowledge in handling this process to ensure each onsite water recycling system meets the strictest relevant local, state, and national standards.

Infrastructure requirements

In an ideal scenario, a water reuse system would be seamlessly integrated into the overall building or site infrastructure. If you plan to implement onsite water reuse in your project, consider the physical space required for water treatment and storage components, as well as the piping and distribution network. Square footage directly impacts construction costs, so designing spaces that meet requirements while minimizing square footage use will help keep costs down. Epic’s OneWaterTM reuse system is compact and modular so it can scale up or down to accommodate the building’s needs.

The sooner you look to integrate a reuse system into the building design, the better. Our team will serve as a trusted advisor of the design and engineering for your project’s specific needs. We can provide insight into what modifications or upgrades to existing infrastructure plans are needed to accommodate a reuse system.

Financial impact of systems

Cities and states nationwide are crafting policies that incentivize the adoption of water reuse, from rebates and tax credits to grants and loans, lowering the financial hurdles for businesses and utilities to invest in onsite water reuse systems. Epic’s onsite water reuse solutions offer a predictable and often lower cost for water compared to traditional municipal supply, with ROI achieved in as few as 3-7 years. This is particularly compelling as water and sewer rates across the country have outpaced inflation by nearly 300% over the last two decades. Additionally, heat‑recovery has the potential lower energy use and projects can see savings ranging from $25k–$200k per year.

Reusing water onsite means less money spent on wastewater discharge and treatment fees. Epic offers free project assessments that help determine the annual water usage and the impact an onsite water reuse system can have to help you make an informed decision. Further, our knowledge of relevant grants, incentives and outside funding options will help you maximize ROI.

Achieving sustainability goals

Tenant and resident demand for sustainable building technology is on the rise; 34 percent of the population is willing to pay more for sustainable products or services. Developers are seeking solutions to address their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) obligations, with water as a notable focus. Water reuse solutions can help projects reach sustainability goals with award-winning solutions and more marketable spaces.

Epic Cleantec delivers complete design and technology solutions that will help your project achieve water conservation goals while delivering on wastewater management needs. If you’re considering Living Building Challenge, we know how to navigate complex Water Petal certification projects, and our full resource recovery solutions can earn up to 25 LEED v5 points.

Incorporating water reuse systems into building designs presents an opportunity for architects to enhance the resilience and efficiency of buildings while minimizing the environmental footprint. Embracing water reuse is not only a responsible choice but also a smart investment in the future of our built environment.

 

If you’re looking to design for the future and incorporate water reuse in your next design, connect with us.

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