22 Oct 2024
The Narrows WA Oct 2024
In late September/early October 2024 some 22 tonnes of Phoslock granules were applied to the Narrows lakes, which are the waterbodies located within the Interchange parkland as one approaches the Narrows Bridge over the… Read more
26 Sep 2024
Lake Hugh Muntz QLD Sep 2024
PET was commissioned by City of Gold Coast to supply and apply 50.4 metric tonnes of Phoslock to Lake Hugh Muntz on QLD’s Gold Coast. Surrounded by residential housing, the lake has an area… Read more
31 Aug 2023
The benefits of using Phoslock (lanthanum-modified bentonite) for reducing phosphorus pollution in water bodies
Different management approaches can be adopted to tackle phosphorus pollution. Some measures are aimed at directly controlling the symptoms of nutrient pollution rather than the underlying problem. Other measures, such as chemical phosphorus inactivation,… Read more
20 Aug 2023
The Impact of Wastewater Discharge to Freshwater Systems
Freshwater systems, including rivers, lakes, and groundwater, are essential for sustaining life and supporting diverse ecosystems. However, the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastewater into these fragile environments poses a significant threat to… Read more
20 Jul 2023
Climate Change: Impacts in Freshwater How to Mitigate Them
Climate change is no longer a distant threat; with impacts being witnessed and felt across the globe. One area significantly impacted by climate change is the availability and quality of freshwater. Rising temperatures, altered… Read more
14 Jul 2023