Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Epic Cleantec offer for real estate developments?

Epic Cleantec provides advanced onsite water reuse solutions for residential and commercial real estate developments. Their systems recycle up to 95% of wastewater, helping reduce water consumption, lower utility costs, and support sustainability goals. These solutions are tailored for commercial office buildings, high-rise residential properties, and mixed-use developments. Source

How does Epic Cleantec's technology work in buildings?

Epic Cleantec's technology enables buildings to recycle wastewater onsite, transforming it into clean water, renewable energy, and soil products. The systems are modular, scalable, and fully automated, requiring minimal manual oversight. They can process flows ranging from 1,000 to 30,000 gallons per day and occupy the equivalent of just a few parking spaces. Source

What types of water can Epic Cleantec systems recycle?

Epic Cleantec systems can recycle blackwater, greywater, rainwater, and condensate, depending on the project requirements. This versatility allows for significant water savings and supports sustainability certifications. Source

What is the OneWater system?

The OneWater system is Epic Cleantec's flagship onsite water reuse solution, designed to recycle wastewater for non-potable uses. It features modular design, scalable capacity, and integration flexibility for commercial and residential buildings. Source

Does Epic Cleantec offer soil amendment solutions?

Yes, Epic Cleantec upcycles wastewater organics into nutrient-rich soil products, contributing to a circular economy and supporting sustainable landscaping. Source

What is wastewater heat recovery?

Epic Cleantec's wastewater heat recovery solution captures heat from wastewater, improving energy efficiency and reducing operational costs for buildings. Source

What operations and maintenance services does Epic Cleantec provide?

Epic Cleantec offers comprehensive operations and maintenance services, including regular onsite visits, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 support to ensure efficient system performance. Source

Does Epic Cleantec assist with project design and permitting?

Yes, Epic Cleantec provides end-to-end project support, including assistance with design, permitting, installation, and ongoing system operations for seamless implementation. Source

What technical documentation is available for Epic Cleantec products?

Epic Cleantec offers spec sheets, Revit files, and technology overviews for its OneWater system. These resources can be downloaded from their website and provide detailed technical specifications and design files. Source

What integration requirements should be considered for Epic Cleantec systems?

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

Features & Capabilities

How efficient are Epic Cleantec's water recycling systems?

Epic Cleantec's systems recycle up to 95% of wastewater, significantly reducing water consumption and reliance on municipal water supplies. Source

Are Epic Cleantec systems scalable for different project sizes?

Yes, Epic Cleantec's modular and scalable design allows their systems to process flows from 1,000 to 30,000 gallons per day, making them suitable for projects of varying sizes. Source

How much space do Epic Cleantec systems require?

The systems occupy the equivalent of just a few parking spaces, making them ideal for urban environments with limited space. Source

Are Epic Cleantec systems energy efficient?

Yes, Epic Cleantec's technology minimizes energy consumption, reducing operational costs for users. Source

Are Epic Cleantec systems fully automated?

Yes, the systems are fully automated and require minimal manual oversight, enhancing operational efficiency. Source

Can Epic Cleantec systems be customized for specific project needs?

Yes, key components like tank volumes, instrumentation, and water quality processes are tailored to meet the specific needs of each project. Source

What certifications can Epic Cleantec help projects achieve?

Epic Cleantec's solutions help clients meet sustainability certifications like LEED and the Living Building Challenge, enhancing their environmental profile and market competitiveness. Source

How quickly can customers achieve ROI with Epic Cleantec systems?

Many real estate owners and developers can reach a return on investment (ROI) in 3-7 years when implementing Epic Cleantec's water recycling systems. Source

What are the main benefits of Epic Cleantec's solutions?

Epic Cleantec's solutions offer cost savings, enhanced sustainability profiles, alignment with ESG goals, operational efficiency, and reduced environmental impact. Source

Pain Points & Problems Solved

What problems do Epic Cleantec's solutions address for real estate developers?

Epic Cleantec addresses water scarcity, rising utility costs, aging infrastructure, sustainability goals, environmental impact, and operational efficiency for real estate developers. Source

How does Epic Cleantec help with water scarcity?

Epic Cleantec 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 customers achieve significant savings on water and sewer utility costs, with many achieving ROI within 3-7 years. Source

How does Epic Cleantec address aging infrastructure?

Epic Cleantec's decentralized water reuse systems alleviate the strain on aging municipal water infrastructure, reducing costs and improving reliability for property owners. Source

How does Epic Cleantec help clients meet sustainability goals?

Epic Cleantec provides innovative water reuse and resource recovery solutions that help clients meet certifications like LEED and the Living Building Challenge. Source

How does Epic Cleantec minimize environmental impact?

Epic Cleantec transforms wastewater into clean water, renewable energy, and soil products, promoting a circular water economy and minimizing environmental impact. Source

How does Epic Cleantec improve operational efficiency?

Epic Cleantec's fully automated systems and end-to-end services ensure seamless and efficient performance, reducing the operational burden on customers. Source

What are the main pain points Epic Cleantec addresses?

Epic Cleantec addresses water scarcity, rising utility costs, aging infrastructure, sustainability goals, environmental impact, and operational efficiency. Source

How does Epic Cleantec support ESG goals?

Epic Cleantec's systems help clients align with their Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) obligations, which is increasingly important for attracting tenants, investors, and customers. Source

Use Cases & Success Stories

Who can benefit from Epic Cleantec's solutions?

Epic Cleantec's solutions are ideal for real estate developers, property owners, architects, engineers, and sustainability consultants involved in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Source

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

Epic Cleantec's case studies cover commercial real estate, residential real estate, hospitality, mixed-use developments, and community-scale developments. Source

Can you share specific case studies or success stories?

Epic Cleantec has implemented its systems in projects like Salesforce Tower (San Francisco), The Brady (San Francisco), Campus at Horton (San Diego), Kuilei Place (Honolulu), Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, and Chorus (San Francisco). These projects demonstrate significant water savings, cost reductions, and sustainability achievements. Source

Who are some of Epic Cleantec's customers?

Epic Cleantec is trusted by organizations such as 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

What business impact can customers expect from Epic Cleantec's solutions?

Customers can expect cost savings, enhanced sustainability profiles, alignment with ESG goals, operational efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and resilience to water scarcity. Many achieve ROI within 3-7 years. Source

How much water does the average commercial property use?

The average commercial property uses approximately 50 gallons of water per employee each day, and water use in buildings accounts for 14% of Earth’s potable water supply. Source

How can real estate owners assess potential water savings?

Real estate owners can request a free project assessment from Epic Cleantec to get a general cost estimate, area requirement, and water savings potential for a water reuse system, including payback period and ROI projections. Source

How easy is it to start with Epic Cleantec?

Getting started is simple and efficient. Clients can begin without upfront costs and need to provide 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 Memorandum of Understanding and provides end-to-end support. Source

What is the process for implementing Epic Cleantec's solutions?

The process includes preliminary data collection, establishing a Water MOU, and comprehensive project support for design, permitting, and installation coordination. Timelines vary by project complexity. Source

Competition & Comparison

How does Epic Cleantec compare to other water reuse solutions?

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

Why should a customer choose Epic Cleantec over alternatives?

Customers should choose Epic Cleantec for its high water recycling efficiency, cost savings, sustainability certifications, alignment with ESG goals, proven track record, and comprehensive support. Source

What advantages does Epic Cleantec offer for different user segments?

Epic Cleantec offers significant savings and ROI for real estate developers, enhanced sustainability for community-scale developments, scalable systems for universities, and reliable water supply for wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Source

What features put Epic Cleantec ahead of the competition?

Epic Cleantec's modular and scalable design, compact footprint, energy efficiency, full automation, customizable components, and end-to-end services solve specific use cases and differentiate it from competitors. Source

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The rising cost of water

Aging infrastructure, urban population growth, and increasing water scarcity are accelerating the need for commercial and residential real estate developers to leverage conservation-centered technology wherever possible. Building owners and developers across the country are dealing with rising water and sewer rates, increasingly stringent regulations, and changing weather patterns that result in either too little water (West coast) or too much water (East coast) that strains our already overloaded municipal utility systems.

Commercial office buildings, high-rise residential properties, and mixed-use real estate developments use substantial amounts of water, resulting in significant utility costs that are projected to rise in the coming years. By implementing advanced water reuse systems, real estate owners can establish an effective long-term building management strategy with immediate sustainability and financial benefit for stakeholders.

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Assess potential water savings

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Request an evaluation of your commercial or residential real estate projects and get a general cost estimate, area requirement, and water savings potential of a water reuse system to determine what the payback period and return on investment would look like.

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Facts & stats on water use in real estate developments

Water use in buildings

Did you know that the average commercial property uses approximately 50 gallons of water per employee each day? In fact, water use in buildings accounts for 14% of Earth’s potable water supply. Calculate your commercial, residential or mixed-use building's water use, and discover how much money and resources your real estate development projects can save with onsite water recycling.

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Water recycling solutions

Optimize water use in buildings

Real estate developers, architects, and engineers must address water consumption in buildings at each step of the design and construction process. In addition to water conservation approaches like low-flow fixtures and rainwater harvesting systems used to reduce water use in buildings, much more can be done.

Residential and commercial real estate developers are realizing that implementing advanced water reuse technology helps minimize the environmental impact of their projects and provides significant savings on water utility costs within their projects.

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A better approach to water management

Many real estate owners and developers can reach a ROI in 3-7 years when implementing Epic’s water recycling systems. Compared to other systems, Epic's modular design focuses on scalability and sustainability.

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