Through biosolids management, solid residue from wastewater treatment is processed to reduce or eliminate pathogens and minimize odors, forming a safe, beneficial agricultural product. Biosolids are carefully monitored and must be used in accordance with regulatory requirements.
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Get the results of this strategic conversation among biosolids practitioners and experts on how to prepare for the future, position programs to address current and emerging challenges, and take advantage of opportunities.
This comprehensive toolkit is a resource for communicating about biosolids in ways that are factual, science-based, and easily understandable by those who might be hearing about biosolids for the first time.
This technical report, Cost Analysis of the Impacts on Municipal Utilities and Biosolids Management to Address PFAS Contamination, examines the effects of PFAS policies and regulations on municipal utilities and biosolids management entities.
Subtitled, Solids Handling and Support Systems, this resource covers all aspects of solids handling and support systems and helps operators prepare for the first three levels of certification examinations.
RESIDUALS AND BIOSOLIDS COMMUNITY (RBC)
The RBC develops and promotes cost-effective practices and policies in biosolids and energy technologies associated with municipal, agricultural, and industrial wastewater residuals for the protection of the environment. RBC advances the industry through recruiting, mentoring, and developing the residuals and biosolids profession.
Join RBCAIR QUALITY AND ODOR CONTROL COMMUNITY
This community shall develop, recommend, and conduct programs to promote general improvement in reducing air quality and odor emissions impacts related to water quality, biosolids handling, treatment and disposal, and wastewater treatment and collection.
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