Aquifer Recharge Plant / SALT Architects

The Cape Flats Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) plant is a pioneering response to Cape Town's water crisis, offering a sustainable solution to safeguard the city's future water supply. Situated within the False Bay Nature Reserve in Pelican Park, this facility addresses the need for sustainable water management by purifying treated effluent to potable standards and recharging the Cape Flats Aquifer. The site, a flat sandy expanse bordered by dunes, endures strong prevailing southeasterly winds and corrosive coastal conditions, all of which informed the design approach.

Aquifer Recharge Plant / SALT Architects
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  • architects: SALT Architects
  • Location: Cape Town, South Africa
  • Project Year: 2024
  • Photographs: Karl Rogers
  • Area: 15865.0 m2

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