EA Enforcement to Full Compliance – Zero Disruption to Animal Care
Secret World Wildlife Rescue faced EA enforcement on their failing sewage plant. WCI Water & Wastewater Engineers replaced it with a new EA-permitted system – without interrupting a single day of animal care.
Summary
- 5,500+ animals treated at the rescue centre every year
- 600+ volunteers - operations could not be interrupted during works
- Grade II listed site - planning and installation constraints managed throughout
Project in numbers
5,500+
Animals treated per year
600+
Volunteers
Grade II
Listed site
Overview
Secret World Wildlife Rescue in Somerset treats over 5,500 animals a year with more than 600 volunteers and regular public open days. When the Environment Agency issued an enforcement notice against their failing sewage plant, WCI resolved the situation without interrupting a single day of animal care.
The Challenge
The failing plant was polluting and subject to EA enforcement. The site combines Grade II listed building restrictions, unstable ground, high visitor footfall and the absolute requirement to maintain all animal care operations continuously.
The WCI Solution
WCI secured a full EA environmental permit and new discharge consent, then installed a Submerged Aerated Filter (SAF) plant – specifically selected for variable flows and operation by non-specialist staff. Zero disruption to animal care was maintained throughout. Site reinstatement included a wildflower meadow for biodiversity benefit.
The Outcome
100% compliant. Pollution ended. A future-proof system that Secret World’s staff can operate with confidence.
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