Sewer networks are difficult to inspect, document, and maintain. Crews may need to work in confined spaces, navigate contaminated environments, or rely on…
Water and wastewater agencies are entering a period of significant workforce change. Experienced operators, engineers, mechanics, laboratory specialists, and…
Parks can turn rainfall from a drainage burden into a dependable local water resource. A well-designed stormwater capture and reuse system can reduce runoff,…
Microplastics are now recognized as a persistent water-quality concern, appearing in municipal wastewater, stormwater, rivers, coastal waters, and biosolids.…
Wastewater surveillance provides a community-level view of SARS-CoV-2 circulation without relying on individual testing. By measuring viral RNA in sewage,…
Aging wastewater treatment plants often have valuable structures that no longer provide enough capacity for current permit limits. Replacing an entire…
A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit controls how a facility discharges treated wastewater to surface waters. In California, renewal is…
Water conservation depends on more than efficient fixtures, drought-tolerant landscaping, and updated utility policies. Residents, businesses, schools, and…
Wastewater treatment depends on a steady stream of information. Operators need to know whether biological treatment is healthy, solids are settling properly,…
Chemical feed systems sit at the intersection of treatment performance, regulatory compliance, operating cost, and worker safety. A small change in flow, water…