The Fusion Cube acts as a nature-based “smart sponge,” transforming traditional impervious surfaces into an Advanced Water Management System designed for climate-resilient cities. It addresses the “Sponge City Imperative” by managing the critical urban paradox of water scarcity amidst extreme rainfall events.
The core water management capabilities include:
1. Stormwater Runoff Reduction and Filtration
The system uses advanced permeable pavers to mitigate the $75 billion in annual global flood damage caused by overwhelmed drainage systems.
- Runoff Mitigation: The platform reduces surface stormwater runoff by approximately 80% compared to conventional paving like asphalt.
- Natural Purification: It acts as a natural filtration system, achieving an 89.6% pollutant removal rate for total suspended solids (TSS), heavy metals, nitrogen, and oils.
- Pooling Prevention: The permeable design facilitates natural groundwater recharge and prevents water pooling on urban surfaces.
2. Subsurface Storage and Detention
Below the surface, the Fusion Cube features a modular soakaway and detention system designed for large-scale water retention.
- High Storage Capacity: The system provides over 22,000 liters of storage capacity per 100 m² of surface area.
- Management Stages: It handles water through a six-stage process: infiltration, detention, long-term storage, purification, reuse, and controlled discharge.
3. Grey Water Management and Reuse
The platform supports circular water usage to help organizations and cities meet strict environmental regulations, such as those in California.
- Potable Water Displacement: By treating and reusing captured water for irrigation or industrial processes, the system can reduce potable water demand by up to 30%.
- Stream Separation: To comply with modern reuse standards, the system is designed to separate rainwater and greywater streams.
4. Strategic Urban Impact
Beyond direct water handling, the solution contributes to overall urban environmental health:
- Urban Cooling: The integration of permeable surfaces and vegetation helps mitigate the urban heat island effect, lowering ambient temperatures by 2–5°C.
- Smart Monitoring: Embedded IoT sensors provide real-time tracking of water levels and leak detection, translating environmental data into measurable ESG outcomes.
- Regulatory Alignment: The technology is specifically engineered to help cities meet “Sponge City” mandates, such as China’s target of 80% coverage by 2030 or Copenhagen’s Cloudburst Management Plan.
This dual-functionality—generating clean energy while managing water—delivers exceptional value for high-stress urban environments and industrial landscapes.
