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Sponsors Sought for WERF's Nutrient Water Quality Criteria Modeling Project
By Greg Kester, CASA Biosolids Manager
WERF has initiated a project in which a model would be developed to assist in site specific breakpoints for nitrogen and phosphorus that would be dependent on the receiving water and specific conditions. WERF is requesting assistance to fund the complete project which is on a short timeframe for completion (13 months).
The current project funding is –
Your Turn: No need to change federal law to protect against West Nile
Your editorial on Feb. 4 incorrectly stated that there needs to be a change in federal law before pesticides can be sprayed to protect against West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases.
I am writing to set the record straight.In fact, federal law allows pesticide spraying to combat these diseases -- no change in the law is required to ensure that the public is protected.
As 'Yuck Factor' Subsides, Treated Wastewater Flows From Taps
SAN DIEGO — Almost hidden in the northern hills, the pilot water treatment plant here does not seem a harbinger of revolution. It cost $13 million, uses long-established technologies and produces a million gallons a day.
Reclaimed Wastewater for Drinking: Safe but Still a Tough Sell
by Ker Than, National Geographic News
This story is part of a special National Geographic News series on global water issues.
Water filtration technology has advanced to the point where wastewater can be rendered safe for drinking, according to a new report, but legislative and psychological hurdles will need to be overcome before widespread adoption can happen.
MRWPCA's Groundwater Replenishment Project
On Thursday October 27, MRWPCA General Manager Keith Israel, announced the acceleration of the agency’s Monterey Peninsula Groundwater Replenishment Project (GWR). Also speaking at the press conference was MRWPCA Board Chair Ron Stefani, County Supervisor Lou Calcagno, and WateReuse Association Executive Director Dr. David Smith. Mr. Israel presented the details of the upcoming work on the GWR Project as it moves further ahead. “We’re very excited to get moving again on the GWR Project, and we are pleased that our Board of Directors fully supports our efforts,” states Israel.
Notice of EPA Workshop on Sanitary Sewer Overflows and Peak Wet Weather Discharges
The Office of Wastewater Management of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is holding a workshop to solicit the views of stakeholders concerning a number of issues.
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