Sewer sludge, or biosolids, is a byproduct of the wastewater treatment process that is often overlooked when it comes to environmental impact. Many people are unaware of the benefits of properly disposing of sewer sludge and the positive effects it can have on the environment. In this article, we will explore the environmental benefits of […]
What is sludge? Sludge is a semi-solid material produced as a by-product during sewage or industrial wastewater treatment. It typically contains a mixture of water, solids, and organic matter. You will mostly find sludge in water treatment plants. Therefore, it is necessary to treat sludge before it is discharged into the environment to prevent pollution. […]
If you ever speak to someone in the wastewater treatment industry, you’ll likely hear them use the terms biosolids and sludge. The professionals might even use the terms interchangeably. But that shouldn’t be the case—though they’re similar, biosolids and sludge aren’t the same. Keep reading to learn how to tell the difference between biosolids and […]
Where there are wastewater lagoons, there is sludge. If the lagoon collects too much sludge, the effluent will end up with high amounts of ammonia, biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and total suspended solids (TSS)—plus, it stinks. Sludge disposal is the key to keeping your wastewater lagoon in Bethel, OH functioning properly and free of excess […]
Unlike today, most American cities and citizens weren’t too concerned about the environment in previous decades. One proof of that is how towns dealt with wastewater by simply dumping it into the nearest stream, river or lake. Contaminants in this wastewater hurt local ecosystems by killing plants and diseasing wildlife. Something had to change! Thankfully, […]