DecentralizedWastewater.org Newsletter for October 2024 |
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See you in Spokane, WA October 20-23!
It will be our first time at NOWRA's mega-conference, and we are excited to see you there. Stop by Booth #111 to learn more about our site, DecentralizedWastewater.org, and the resources we provide to decentralized/onsite/septic system professionals. We can't wait to learn more about your organization and hear your feedback on our site!
Our team member, Hideyuki Terashima, will be giving a talk on Tuesday, October 22 at 9:30 AM! His talk will showcase the free resources available on DecentralizedWastewater.org, including our document library and calendar of training events across all 50 states. He will also demonstrate how to use the website effectively for your needs.
"Online Support and Resources for Onsite Wastewater Professionals"
Date: Tuesday, October 22
Time: 9:30 - 9:55 AM
Track Topic: Industry Needs
Track #: 7
Room: 201
In the meantime, check out DecentralizedWastewater.org and the resources we provide so you can ask our team your questions at the mega-conference:
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How to Find Funding for Decentralized Wastewater Projects |
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Septic systems and other types of decentralized wastewater systems are not a low-cost investment. On top of the upfront cost of design and installation, a responsible septic system owner should be paying for regular pumping and maintenance as well as likely occasional repairs. And even then, considering that the lifespan of a septic system can range from 15 to 40 years, a homeowner who never lives on a city sewer system will likely have to pay the upfront costs of replacing a septic system at least once in their lifetimes.
In 2024, home improvement and maintenance resource HomeAdvisor.com estimates that the typical range of septic project costs is $3,484-$11,703. However, given the multitude of factors that contribute to these variable costs, many projects can go well above this range. But even “cheaper” septic projects can be prohibitively expensive for the lowest-income septic owners. In Lowndes County, Alabama, for example, many impoverished residents were forced to live with either failing septic systems or straight-pipe disposal systems that caused dangerous raw sewage backup on their properties for decades.
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Flushable Wipes Jar Test Experiment |
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In this video from Icon Water's YouTube channel, they test a "flushable" wet wipe to see how well it dissolves in water compared to toilet paper, wet wipes (not labeled flushable), and paper towels. All 4 products are spun for 30 minutes in water to display how well each of these products breaks down when you flush them.
Flushable wipes have been a persistent issue for septic systems for years due to the problems they cause. Not only can they clog pipes, damage equipment, and harm the environment, but they also require increased maintenance for septic professionals.
The most recent legislation regarding flushable wipes is the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act. This bill was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives in June 2024. This act "would require the Federal Trade Commission to create a uniform label for products that have and/or require a 'Do Not Flush' label" in order to reduce consumer confusion and help to protect wastewater systems. Additionally, Michigan recently passed a law in July 2024 that prohibits manufacturers from marketing wipes as “flushable.”
Further Reading...
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Blog Posts on Decentralized Wastewater |
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Insights from Onsite Installer
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Common Website Cybersecurity Mistakes Small Businesses Make
By Carter Harkins and Taylor Hill
"A large and scary number of small-business owners don’t think they need to worry at all about cybersecurity on their websites. Are you one of them? This thinking actually makes small businesses much easier targets for hackers. They know you aren’t worried, and they know this means easy pickings.
When companies come on board with us, we take their current website through some much-needed security measures before we ever allow the site on our servers. Here are a couple of the worst things hackers have done."
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Featured Podcast from
Environmental Finance Center Network |
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Lagoons and Septics: Covering the Basics
In this episode, Dr. DeAnn Presley, PhD, a Professor of Environmental Soil Science and Management discusses how soil conditions impact different home waste systems with Tonya Bronlewee, Director at the WSU EFC.
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Grease Interceptor Design and Installation Considerations
October 16 | 1:00 PM EDT | Infiltrator Water Technologies
This free webinar, hosted by Infiltrator Water Technologies, highlights the role of grease interceptors in the commercial food service industry. It covers the types of food service establishments, different kinds of grease interceptors, methods for sizing them, regulatory landscape, and proper operation and maintenance.
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Alternative and Innovative Septic Systems
October 16 | 12:00 PM EDT | Infiltrator Water Technologies
For home sites that present challenges to the design and operation of a septic system, such as high-water table, poor soils, and small lots, there are several tools designers may be able to employ to allow for a septic system. Options will be discussed in this webinar.
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FL Hybrid Training: Private Well and Onsite Wastewater System Basics
October 24 | 6:00 PM CDT | EFCN
This free, hybrid training will provide an overview of the basic construction components and treatment of private wells and onsite wastewater systems. This training is designed to give attendees an understanding of groundwater resources, private well care and wastewater treatment at the household scale. It is intended to ensure attendees know the proper actions to safely maintain private well and onsite wastewater systems for proper discharge, maximum life span and to help ensure a safe drinking water supply.
Register Here »
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Challenges of Gravity distribution in Septic Systems
National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association
This 23-page presentation from NOWRA’s 2023 Onsite Wastewater Mega-Conference covers the theory of subsurface dispersal and the impacts of distribution on septic systems. It also discusses key design objectives for gravity distribution and the characteristics and limitations of various distribution methods, ranked from best to worst. |
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