Peat Water Treatment as an Alternative for Raw water in Peatlands Area

Indonesia is the second country that has the largest percentage of peatlands in the world. Peatlands play an important role as a counterweight to environmental ecosystems. However, if not managed properly, then these benefits cannot be used optimally. Areas with peatlands are generally inland areas that do not yet have access to clean water. It is not uncommon to find clean water crisis conditions occurring in areas with peatlands, because peat water as a source of raw water has not yet been implemented. As for water resources in peatlands, most of them come from the peat water itself. The use of peat water as a source of raw water requires in-depth studies both in terms of quality, continuity, and quantity, so that it does not cause health, social, and economic issues, when used by the community as a source of clean water. Through this research, there will be a review of the application of peat water treatment that has been used in previous studies, so that it will be known the challenges to be faced and as an alternative solution to face these challenges, especially in Indonesia.