Proposal for a $115 Million Advanced Microbial MSW Water Treatment Plant in the Dominican Republic
Executive Summary
Geodyn Solutions proposes to develop a state-of-the-art $100 million municipal solid wastewater (MSW) treatment facility, with an added 15% contingency ($15 million), in the Dominican Republic. This innovative facility will apply advanced microbial and nutrient recovery technologies to clean wastewater, produce clean water for reuse, recover valuable nutrients, and convert biosolids into commercial-grade organic fertilizer. The project supports the Dominican Republic’s goals of sustainable development, water reuse, and environmental protection, while creating local jobs and long-term economic value.
Project Overview
- Project Title: Advanced Microbial MSW Water Reclamation & Fertilizer Production Facility
- Total Investment: $115 million (including 15% contingency)
- Location: Near major MSW catchment areas in Santo Domingo or Santiago
- Daily Capacity: 100 million liters of MSW water
- Technology:
- MicrobeBio® microbial consortia and mycorrhizae
- Engineered bioreactors with rhizosphere enhancement
- Nutrient stripping and crystallization systems
- Organic fertilizer production with drying and pelletizing
- Land Requirement: ~15 hectares (37 acres)
Project Objectives
- Reduce environmental pollution from untreated wastewater
- Reuse 70–80% of treated water for agriculture and industrial needs
- Recover nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) for organic fertilizer
- Convert biosolids to pathogen-free, high-quality compost
- Lower carbon emissions and methane production compared to traditional treatment
Project Objectives
- Reduce environmental pollution from untreated wastewater
- Reuse 70–80% of treated water for agriculture and industrial needs
- Recover nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) for organic fertilizer
- Convert biosolids to pathogen-free, high-quality compost
- Lower carbon emissions and methane production compared to traditional treatment
Capital Expenditure (CAPEX)
Item | Cost (USD) |
Land Acquisition & Site Prep | $3.5 million |
Earthworks, Basins, Storage Tanks | $20 million |
Microbial Bioreactor Installation | $18 million |
Nutrient Recovery System (N, P, K) | $10 million |
Water Polishing, Ultrafiltration Units | $12 million |
Organic Fertilizer Processing Units | $10 million |
Solar Power & Automation | $6 million |
Laboratory, Admin, Training Center | $4 million |
Licensing, Permitting, Engineering | $3 million |
Training & Local Workforce Development | $2 million |
Subtotal | $88.5 million |
Contingency (15%) | $13.3 million |
Total CAPEX | $101.8 million |
Annual Operating Expenditure (OPEX)
Item | Annual Cost |
Local Staffing & Management | $2.5 million |
Microbial Inputs & Reactor Feed | $1.5 million |
Energy (solar + grid backup) | $1 million |
System Maintenance | $1 million |
Transport & Distribution | $0.8 million |
Lab Testing, Quality Control | $0.6 million |
Administration & Marketing | $0.5 million |
Total OPEX | $7.9 million/year |
Revenue Streams & ROI (Dominican Republic Context)
Revenue Source | Annual Revenue |
Clean Water (50M L/day at $0.25/1,000L) | $4.56 million |
Organic Fertilizer (25,000 tons @ $150/ton) | $3.75 million |
Recovered NPK for blending & sale | $2 million |
Soil Conditioner from Biosolids (10,000 tons) | $0.5 million |
Carbon/Environmental Credits (estimated) | $1.2 million |
Total Revenue | $12.01 million/year |
ROI Overview:
- Payback Period: 9–10 years (without subsidies)
- ROI over 20 years: ~16%
- With donor financing/incentives: Payback in 6–7 years
- Long-term savings: Reduced public health costs and lower reliance on chemical fertilizers
Environmental & Economic Impact in the Dominican Republic
- Treats 36.5 billion liters of MSW water annually
- Generates 25,000+ tons of organic fertilizer
- Creates 150 direct jobsand over 300 indirect jobs in transportation, sales, and farming
- Reduces dependence on synthetic fertilizers and imported water
- Supports Dominican climate commitments by cutting methane and CO2 emissions
- Improves soil quality and agricultural resilience
Land, Utilities, and Infrastructure Needs
- Land: 15 hectares (located near municipal collection zones)
- Power: 2.5 MW demand (solar hybrid recommended)
- Water Source: Municipal inflow lines for untreated wastewater
- Output Connections: Treated water pipelines for reuse (farms, factories, municipalities)
Project Timeline
Phase | Duration |
Environmental & Feasibility Studies | 4 months |
Permitting & Local Approvals | 2 months |
Detailed Engineering Design | 4 months |
Construction & Equipment Installation | 12 months |
Commissioning & Training | 3 months |
Total Timeline | 25 months |
Risk Management & Contingency Planning
- 15% contingency to cover inflation, shipping delays, or regulatory changes
- Modular microbial systems allow phased commissioning
- Geodyn’s technology has been tested and piloted in Latin America, Asia, and Africa
- Close collaboration with local authorities ensures regulatory compliance and water safety
Risk Management & Contingency Planning
The proposed microbial MSW water treatment facility by Geodyn Solutions offers a sustainable, profitable, and scalable solution to Dominican Republic’s growing wastewater and fertilizer needs. It transforms a national waste management challenge into a powerful opportunity for environmental restoration, local job creation, and agricultural empowerment.
