Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association - Event Information
Event Name:
TAC Luncheon - PdNA and the Colorado Opportunity
Event Type(s):
TAC
Description:
Luncheon Description:
As nutrient regulations tighten and utilities seek carbon-efficient strategies for nitrogen removal, Partial Denitrification-Anammox (PdNA) is emerging as a transformative approach. This presentation explores PdNA’s potential beyond the conventional narrative, emphasizing its viability without external carbon sources. Utilities can reduce costs, simplify operations, and mitigate N₂O emissions by leveraging internal carbon (e.g., internally stored carbon, fermentate) strategies. With Colorado’s new, more stringent nitrogen standards on the horizon, PdNA presents a uniquely strong fit. This presentation will highlight not-yet-obvious insights from full-scale demonstration and research efforts to spark practical implementation across the region.
Presenter: Pusker Regmi, Ph.D., P.E., BCEE, Wastewater Sector Leader/Stantec
Dr. Pusker Regmi is a global leader in wastewater innovation and the pioneer behind the Partial Denitrification-Anammox (PdNA). He has advanced breakthrough strategies including shortcut nitrogen removal, low DO operation, and biological densification across utilities worldwide. Widely published and cited, Dr. Regmi bridges research and real-world practice, guiding global efforts through his roles with the Water Research Foundation, the International Water Association, and the Water Environment Federation.
As nutrient regulations tighten and utilities seek carbon-efficient strategies for nitrogen removal, Partial Denitrification-Anammox (PdNA) is emerging as a transformative approach. This presentation explores PdNA’s potential beyond the conventional narrative, emphasizing its viability without external carbon sources. Utilities can reduce costs, simplify operations, and mitigate N₂O emissions by leveraging internal carbon (e.g., internally stored carbon, fermentate) strategies. With Colorado’s new, more stringent nitrogen standards on the horizon, PdNA presents a uniquely strong fit. This presentation will highlight not-yet-obvious insights from full-scale demonstration and research efforts to spark practical implementation across the region.
Presenter: Pusker Regmi, Ph.D., P.E., BCEE, Wastewater Sector Leader/Stantec
Dr. Pusker Regmi is a global leader in wastewater innovation and the pioneer behind the Partial Denitrification-Anammox (PdNA). He has advanced breakthrough strategies including shortcut nitrogen removal, low DO operation, and biological densification across utilities worldwide. Widely published and cited, Dr. Regmi bridges research and real-world practice, guiding global efforts through his roles with the Water Research Foundation, the International Water Association, and the Water Environment Federation.
Event Date:
4/17/2025
Event Time:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Mountain
Location:
Setting: In-Person
Westminster MSC Building
6575 W 88th Ave
Westminster, CO 80031
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Westminster MSC Building
6575 W 88th Ave
Westminster, CO 80031
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Contact Person:
Steven Polson
(phone: 3037480931)
(phone: 3037480931)
Details:
Luncheon Format and Location:
This luncheon will be held at Westminster MSC Building, 6575 W 88th Ave, Westminster, CO 80031. A Westminster employee will be staged at the main entrance, which is on the south side of the MSC building. Parking is available in lot located on the southeast side of the building. If you arrive late, instructions will be posted on the main entrance door. Please do not arrive prior to the 11:30 check-in time, and also try to avoid arriving late.😊
Registration:
Check-in at the site is from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm. The presentation will begin shortly thereafter.
Registration fee for this luncheon is $30 for members (of either RMWEA or RMSAWWA), and $35 for non-members. Retired folks and students will be charged $20. Registration and payment for TAC luncheons is only handled online at: TAC Registration[SP1] . Registration may be made for a single attendee or for multiple attendees in a group. The deadline for registration is 4 pm on Tuesday, April 15. Due to requirements from the caterer, registrations will not be accepted after 4 pm on Tuesday. If you are requesting a special lunch (e.g., vegetarian) please email your request to srpolson53@gmail.com. Attendance is limited to 54 registrants, so sign up early. Please also note that the deadline for cancelling and receiving a refund of the registration fee is also 4 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 15.
This luncheon will be held at Westminster MSC Building, 6575 W 88th Ave, Westminster, CO 80031. A Westminster employee will be staged at the main entrance, which is on the south side of the MSC building. Parking is available in lot located on the southeast side of the building. If you arrive late, instructions will be posted on the main entrance door. Please do not arrive prior to the 11:30 check-in time, and also try to avoid arriving late.😊
Registration:
Check-in at the site is from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm. The presentation will begin shortly thereafter.
Registration fee for this luncheon is $30 for members (of either RMWEA or RMSAWWA), and $35 for non-members. Retired folks and students will be charged $20. Registration and payment for TAC luncheons is only handled online at: TAC Registration[SP1] . Registration may be made for a single attendee or for multiple attendees in a group. The deadline for registration is 4 pm on Tuesday, April 15. Due to requirements from the caterer, registrations will not be accepted after 4 pm on Tuesday. If you are requesting a special lunch (e.g., vegetarian) please email your request to srpolson53@gmail.com. Attendance is limited to 54 registrants, so sign up early. Please also note that the deadline for cancelling and receiving a refund of the registration fee is also 4 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 15.
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