DecentralizedWastewater.org Newsletter for August 2024 |
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SepticSmart Week is a month away!
What are you planning to do to commemorate SepticSmart Week (September 16-20) next month? Communities, national organizations, local groups, and governments to come together to bring attention to the importance of caring for and maintaining septic systems through homeowner education and public outreach.
Now is the time to start planning if you haven't already! You can peruse the SepticSmart Week page at the EPA at your own pace, or check out these particular (free!) resources we recommend for reaching and educating homeowners:
We would also recommend everyone to encourage their local government leaders to sign an official SepticSmart Week Proclamation. You can find links to different proclamation templates for governors, mayors, and tribal/community leaders at the EPA webpage! |
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Register for the Onsite Wastewater Mega-Conference! |
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Registration is open for this fall's Onsite Wastewater Mega-Conference in Spokane, co-hosted by NOWRA, NAWT, and SORA from October 20-23!
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the world's first environmentally-focused World's Fair, held in Spokane in 1974, this year's conference theme is Celebrating Tomorrow's Environment:
Clean Water for the Future.
The mega-conference is the largest event for the onsite/decentralized industry and offers professionals the highest quality education and training available. The conference will feature:
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Updates on EPA activities concerning onsite wastewater
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Information on NOWRA's research initiatives and lobbying activities
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Perspectives from industry leaders
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Multiple tracks of technical sessions for CEU credits
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An exhibition hall
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Oral and poster presentation contests
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Optional fun activities like golf, dinner outings, and a field trip
Our DecentralizedWastewater.org team will be in attendance — We will give a talk on our program and have a booth in the exhibit hall, so be sure to come find us to chat!
Learn more and register to attend ASAP! Early bird registration will end September 22. |
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WaterOperator.org Wastewater Webinar: August 20
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Wastewater System Condition Assessment and Rehabilitation Resources | Register Today!
August 20, 2024 | 10 - 11:30 AM CDT
In this webinar, participants will discover some of the most helpful wastewater system condition assessment and rehabilitation resources and learn how to use our search tools at WaterOperator.org to find additional resources and training events.
This webinar session from our sister site WaterOperator.org is part of a series covering topics relevant to wastewater operators, including funding, asset management, compliance, and water quality. Certificates of attendance will be delivered upon request. Check with your certification body for acceptance criteria. |
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Reminder: Apply for NOWRA Emerging Professionals Scholarship
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The National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association is currently accepting applications for its 2024 Emerging Professionals Scholarship, which is intended to support the professional development of young and early career professionals in the onsite wastewater sector. Two recipients will be selected, based on their career aspirations and commitment to the field.
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Enrolled at least part-time in a trade school, university, or college while pursuing a degree or certification in a topic related to wastewater treatment and/or environmental policy & management,
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Under 35 years of age, OR
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Have less than five years of experience in the onsite wastewater field.
More information, including the application, can be found here. Applications are due Monday, September 9th, 2024.
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Blog Posts at DecentralizedWastewater.org |
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Insights from Onsite Installer
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Drug and Alcohol Septic System Design and Troubleshooting
By Sara Heger
"The conversion or development of homes or new facilities for the treatment of substance abuse issues has grown. In recent years, America’s addiction treatment industry has been transformed by twin forces: the opioid epidemic and the increased access to treatment programs. ... This combination of widespread need and broadened coverage has dramatically expanded demand for treatment and altered the recovery industry in the process. Many of these facilities are built in peri-urban or rural areas served by septic systems and can face use-related challenges."
Read here » |
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Featured Podcast from the
Environmental Finance Center Network |
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Closing America’s Wastewater Access Gap:
A Case Study
In this episode, Moonshot Missions discusses the experiences they have had with San Carlos Apache Tribe, one of the communities participating in the Closing America's Wastewater Access Gap Pilot Project. The tribe and many partners worked to develop a solution plan for the aging wastewater infrastructure issues they are facing. The challenges and most important takeaways of the project are highlighted in this discussion.
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Low Pressure Pipe Systems: A Workhorse for Effective & Sustainable Decentralized Wastewater Treatment
on Difficult Sites
August 21 | 1:00 pm ET | Infiltrator Water Technologies
Join Infiltrator Water Technologies for a free live webinar on low pressure pipe systems (LPP). A LPP system is a shallow, pressure-dosed soil absorption system that includes a network of small diameter perforated pipes placed in narrow trenches. Often used in areas where a high water table is present, LPP systems also minimize clogging of the soil from localized overloading and anaerobic conditions due to continuous saturation. Attendance approved for 1 credit hour in FL, GA, IA, ME, NE, NH, NY.
Register here »
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Onsite Wastewater Treatment Processes
August 22 | 1:00 pm ET | Environmental Finance Center Network
This free webinar will provide an in-depth exploration of the physical, chemical, and microbiological processes in onsite wastewater systems, highlighting their role in effective treatment and water quality protection. Designed to offer insight into the core mechanisms of these systems, this session will explain how septic tanks and leachfields function at a foundational level.
Register here » |
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Private Well/Septic System Webinars & Well Water Screening
August 22, August 29, September 5 | 2 pm ET |
University of Florida Extension
UF/IFAS is hosting an informative three-part webinar series on private wells and septic systems. Whether you’re a homeowner, a real estate professional, or simply curious about these essential components, this series covers everything you need to know. There will be optional well water screening provided.
The three sessions are: (1) Basics of Private Wells, (2) Basics of Septic Systems, and (3) Well and Septic System Maintenance Before and After Storms.
Register here »
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Put Controls to Work for You
September 4 | 9:00 am PT | Orenco Systems
Control panels are useful for a wide range of water and wastewater applications. This webinar will cover Orenco's various control panels, plus available options, features, and suggested applications.
Accepted for CE credit in CA, FL, IA, NY, RI.
Register here »
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Inspection Tasks for Onsite Wastewater Systems
September 10 | 1:00 pm ET | EFCN
This free webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of essential inspection tasks for onsite wastewater systems to ensure their proper and sustainable operation. Designed for operators and decision-makers, the session offers practical guidance on operating, inspecting, and maintaining these systems.
Register here »
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“How-To” Guide for Wastewater Management of Rural, Underserved Communities in the Black Belt Region of Alabama:
A Resource for Local Stakeholders
NOWRA 2022 Mega-Conference Archives
This 28-slide presentation from the 2022 Onsite Wastewater Mega-Conference provides an overview of wastewater management challenges in the Black Belt Region of Alabama, where many residents have 'straight pipe' raw sewage discharge. The presentation highlights the barriers to addressing wastewater issues in small communities, wastewater collection strategies, management options, funding sources, and community education and outreach methods. Attend the mega-conference to hear presentations like this live!
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