IPAG60 as Alternative Solution to Provide Clean Water in Peatland Areas

Abstract

Peatland areas generally have raw water with different characteristics compared to ordinary raw water. Peat water is acidic (pH 2-4), blackish brown in colour (250-600 TCU) and contains various other pollutants so it cannot be processed with conventional technology. The aim of this paper is to publish the capability of IPAG60 to treat raw peat water. This technology uses a simple and applicable process in producing processed water that is suitable for clean water and drinking water according to quality standards. The formulation of the purifying material applied was able to remove organic matter and other pollutants with high efficiency (more than 90%). The results of research conducted on several types of peat water coming from different locations such as Kalimantan and Sumatra show that IPAG60 is capable to treat peat water into clean water meeting the standards. The use of IPAG60 is not only limited to treating peat water, but also for various conditions of inland surface water.