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How are Wastewater Systems Adapting to Climate Change?

by Shannon Pepper | Oct 27, 2023 | Risk and Resiliency to Climate Hazards, Wastewater

Severe storms and flooding can cause problems for wastewater systems whenever they occur, but these events are happening more frequently and with more intensity due to climate change. The impacts of these events on wastewater systems are not limited to more frequent...

Speaking for the River: An Interview with Justinn Overton, Executive Director Coosa WaterKeeper

by Shannon Pepper | Oct 20, 2023 | Green Infrastructure, Stormwater, Wastewater

Justinn Overton, Executive Director Coosa WaterKeeper located in Birmingham Alabama patrols and documents the Coosa River and its tributaries from the land, water, and air, looks for pollution problems, responds to citizen complaints, researches and analyzes...

Lagoons and Septics: Covering the Basics

by Shannon Pepper | Aug 21, 2023 | Decentralized Wastewater Systems

Dr. DeAnn Presley, PhD, a Professor of Environmental Soil Science and Management discusses how soil conditions impact different home waste systems with Tonya Bronlewee, Director at the WSU EFC.

Fostering a Culture of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Water Sector With Dr. Mercy Umeri

by Shannon Pepper | Aug 14, 2023 | Water Justice, Workforce Development

On this episode, we are delighted to welcome Dr. Mercy Umeri from the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs at Wichita State University as our guest. Dr. Umeri shares valuable insights on the importance of implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices in the...

Flood Disaster Lessons and Mitigation Successes at a Small Wastewater System in Vermont

by Shannon Pepper | Aug 11, 2023 | Risk and Resiliency to Climate Hazards

Many communities’ wastewater treatment plants and related infrastructure are located in or near floodplains, which makes sense given how these facilities work. However, this also means that they are prone to flooding. The Town of Waterbury, Vermont experienced...
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