How Engineered Wetlands Work
Engineered wetlands use natural biological processes to treat wastewater safely and efficiently. Within a specially designed soil matrix and planted reed system, naturally occurring microorganisms break down organic contaminants under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. This passive treatment process eliminates the need for chemicals, blowers, or complex mechanical systems while delivering reliable, high-level treatment performance.
Unlike conventional systems, MSR® engineered wetlands extend microbial activity deep into the soil profile, significantly increasing treatment capacity. Oxygen transferred through specialized wetland plants creates stable treatment zones that continuously regenerate and maintain performance — even under fluctuating loads or extreme climates. The result is a long-life, low-maintenance system designed to operate efficiently for decades.
Kickuth Technology Project List
Summary of Reed Bed Effluent Treatment Systems Designed by our Award Winning Wetland Engineers
Project Name
Date of Commission
Type of Effluent
Area
Load
Notes
Landfill Leachate – Trinidad
2016-2019
Leachate pilot project
Mobile Pilot – 65m2
Extreme landfill leachate loadings
Very successful pilot with over 95% of treatment objective achieved
Salmonier Nature Park
2015
Commercial Sewage
2015
24,600 m2
2013
2,200 m2
2011
4,000 m2
Sludge Treatment
2010
Stephenville, NL, Canada
2010
Long Term Care Facility, Corner Brook, NL, Canada
2009
Appleton & Glenwood, Canada
2006
Visitor Centre
2004
Circle Square Kids Camp
2003
Pilot Municipal Sewage Treatment Project, Marystown, NL, Canada
2001
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Awards
Regional Innovation Award
Recognizing innovative application of engineered wetland technology.
Provincial Environmental Award
Awarded by the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Leadership in Stormwater & Wastewater Management (Atlantic Canada)
Awarded by the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Salmon Association of Newfoundland & Labrador – Preservation of Salmon Habitat Award
For protecting salmon habitat through advanced wastewater treatment design.
Project of the Year (Atlantic Branch)
Awarded by the Canadian Water & Wastewater Association for outstanding project delivery.
Provincial Environmental Award
Presented by the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick.
