Floating islands, also called floating treatment wetlands, are buoyant planted mats that float on ponds, lakes, retention basins and other water bodies. They work like a natural wetland: plant roots grow down into the water and host a complex community of microbes that take up and lock away excess nutrients, and even certain contaminants.
Across the Midwest, ponds and lakes struggle with high nutrient loads, algal blooms and missed water quality targets. Instead of expensive dredging or chemical treatment, a floating island treats the water naturally and keeps working year-round.
Reduces excess nitrogen and phosphorus and helps prevent algal blooms
No chemicals or mechanical dredging
Creates habitat for pollinators, birds, fish and local wildlife
Fully customizable: island size, shape and plant mix are designed for your water body
Can be installed in almost any pond, lake or stormwater basin
Floating islands, also called floating treatment wetlands, are buoyant planted mats that float on ponds, lakes, retention basins and other water bodies. They work like a natural wetland: plant roots grow down into the water and host a complex community of microbes that take up and lock away excess nutrients, and even certain contaminants.
Across the Midwest, ponds and lakes struggle with high nutrient loads, algal blooms and missed water quality targets. Instead of expensive dredging or chemical treatment, a floating island treats the water naturally and keeps working year-round.
Reduces excess nitrogen and phosphorus and helps prevent algal blooms
No chemicals or mechanical dredging
Creates habitat for pollinators, birds, fish and local wildlife
Fully customizable: island size, shape and plant mix are designed for your water body
Can be installed in almost any pond, lake or stormwater basin
