by Shannon Pepper | Dec 5, 2024 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Energy Management
Energy & its Importance for Small WWTPs Small wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs), which treat less than 1 million gallons per day (MGD), make up 79% of wastewater utilities in the United States and play a crucial role in our communities. WWTPs and drinking water...
by Shannon Pepper | Nov 25, 2024 | Complying with Wastewater Regulations, Stormwater, Wastewater
For wastewater systems near bodies of water, navigating National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits is important for protecting our water bodies. Here’s a quick guide to better understand and effectively manage your NPDES permit. Example outfall...
by Shannon Pepper | Nov 22, 2024 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Funding Coordination, Infrastructure Renewal/ Replacement
Finally, football season is upon us again! But what does this have to do with your infrastructure funding? Well, if you are a football fan, you know that every play starts with a huddle. In a football huddle, the quarterback gathers all of their teammates and...
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 5, 2024 | General Management & Finance, Green Infrastructure, Partnerships
A Community-Based Public-Private Partnership (CBP3) can be a powerful model for tackling urban infrastructure challenges, particularly in managing stormwater and improving community resilience. For these partnerships to succeed, several core elements must align to...
