by Sami Stroud | Oct 15, 2025 | Communications and Outreach, Compliance with Drinking Water Regulations, Compliance with Wastewater Regulations, PFAS, Pollution & Water Quality, Uncategorized
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Clare Pace, PhD, MPH, a postdoctoral researcher for the University of California, Berkeley Water Equity Science Shop (WESS). Dr. Pace shares insights about PFAS for small and rural water systems. Starting with the basics, we discuss...
by Shannon Pepper | Jul 31, 2025 | Communications and Outreach, Wastewater
Our actions with and around our wastewater treatment systems are very important. Common household items can contribute disproportionately to clogged drains and damaged wastewater infrastructure, causing harm to both wastewater systems and the environment. Homeowners,...
by Sami Stroud | May 13, 2025 | Capital Improvement Planning, Communications and Outreach, General Management & Finance, Managerial & Financial Leadership, Small Water Systems
Kaira Fuentes (Syracuse EFC) doing a Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats (SWOT) diagram. Image provided by The Capacity Collaborative. A strategic plan can help any operation get on track to achieve its goals. As a leader of a water system, you will sleep...
by Shannon Pepper | Apr 3, 2025 | Communications and Outreach, Decentralized Wastewater Systems
Image credit: Shutterstock More than one in five households in the U.S. depend on individual septic systems or small community cluster systems to treat their wastewater, with some states such as Vermont reporting that up to 55% of households use septic systems. Here...
by Shannon Pepper | Nov 21, 2024 | Communications and Outreach, Utility Management, Wastewater
Sampler used for industrial pretreatment sampling. First of all, what is pretreatment for wastewater and sewer systems? Pretreatment programs are often utilized by sewer authorities to protect their wastewater system and support their National Pollutant Discharge...
by Shannon Pepper | Nov 18, 2024 | Communications and Outreach, Wastewater
Ever wonder what happens to the water that goes down your drain? Allow us to take you on an ASMR exploration of the Metropolitan Syracuse Wastewater Treatment Plant. This video showcases the unsung heroes of wastewater treatment and the vital services they provide to...
