NASM Management for Southern Ontario
Wastewater from household and industrial facilities yield primarily organic by-products known as biosolids. Biosolids possess many beneficial qualities that render them as useful for agriculture and alternative energy production. They contain nutrients that improve the soil quality and also have fuel properties that can be used to generate energy. Biosolids are analyzed and regulated to […]
A sound biosolids management program is necessary to ensure a healthy citizenry and a safe environment. The local government must work with the community in developing strategies for the collection, disposal and recycling of domestic waste. Municipal wastewater, when properly processed and treated in a treatment facility, can be recycled into biosolids and applied to […]
Biosolids can play a key role in providing cheap organic fertilizer for agriculture, yet a significant portion of municipal sludge that is not reused as biosolids are disposed of in landfills. Failure to recognize the advantages of biosolids as a natural soil enhancer not only translates to wasted resources but has resulted in the filling […]
The use of biosolids on agricultural land has many proven benefits. However, strict guidelines must be followed in order to protect human health and the environment. In Canada, The Ministry of Environment (MOE) sets the criteria before biosolids are considered suitable for farming. The exact location where the biosolids will be spread must also be […]
Fecal matter found in sludge and biosolids have been used as fertilizer for agriculture for many years. But before it is applied, it must pass strict regulatory guidelines to limit the number of coliform organisms or pathogens in sludge. This is important because if these biosolids are not treated properly, it could contaminate crops and […]
Water is an essential component that many industries depend. In fact, we all do! From agriculture to power generation, water is valued for its biological, chemical and physical properties. One key industry that utilizes water in large quantities is the oil and gas sector. Therefore when discussing industrial wastewater treatment, looking to the oil and […]
Canada has one of the largest renewable water supplies in the world. But according to the Government of Canada website, over 150 billion litres of untreated and under treated wastewater (sewage) is still dumped into waterways annually. Water recycling in Canada is done on a relatively small scale and depends on policies enacted by the […]
Incineration is a method used to reduce the hazardous elements in dry sludge and can be a viable solution to challenges related to scarcity of landfills. Sewage sludge is often recycled into organic fertilizers known as biosolids. However, there are instances where incineration is the best solution. Experts in Canada maintain that it is an […]
Water quality and waterborne diseases are increasing concerns in rapidly growing cities. Municipal wastewater from households and industries must be properly treated before it can be safely released in the water system. The global market for wastewater recycling and reuse reached nearly US$12.2 billion in 2016 and is expected to reach over US$22 billion by […]
With the rapid urbanization and ballooning population in many cities, it is vital to find a sustainable solution to treating waste. Wastewater plant managers are always looking to optimize the use of by-products from sewage sludge. Renewable energy from wastewater treatment presents a promising opportunity. We discuss the different technologies available to derive energy from […]