Researchers Develop New Method to Make Renewable Gas From Waste

Back to the E-Newsletter Archive A pilot study of a new method for treating sewage sludge from a wastewater treatment plant efficiently created renewable natural gas while reducing the cost of the treatment.

04.29.2026

Municipal wastewater and water treatment facility news for industry leading operators, managers and superintendents

Innovative Uses of Pile Cloth Media Filtration: Strengthening Primary and Wet-Weather Treatment Resilience

Pile cloth media filtration has advanced to address upstream processes and peak flow scenarios. Read more

Sponsored by: Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc.

Researchers Develop New Method to Make Renewable Gas From Waste

A pilot study of a new method for treating sewage sludge from a wastewater treatment plant efficiently created renewable natural gas while reducing the cost of the treatment. Read more

High-Performance Sludge Thickening Made Simple

The HUBER Disc Thickener S-DISC delivers reliable, low-maintenance, and cost-efficient operation. Read more

Sponsored by: HUBER Technology, Inc.

FLEXFLO M3 Handles Critical Metering Operations with Ease

Let M3 be your solution to high-pressure dosing, system integration, and harsh environments. Read more

Sponsored by: Blue-White Industries

News About Tnemec, Duperon, Watts and More

In this month's industry news update, track the industry's movers and shakers, learn about company acquisitions, get the skinny on new products and more. Read more

Maximizing Efficiency and Reducing Costs: A Guide to Smart Blower Selection

When choosing a blower for industrial or commercial applications, it's crucial to consider the life cycle cost. Read more

Sponsored by: Kaeser Compressors, Inc.

Unveiling May: Dive Into Our Latest Issue!

The May issue of Treatment Plant Operator is out, featuring Joe Thompson, operations supervisor with the Upper Trinity Regional Water District in Texas. He goes beyond his role by helping build new clean-water facilities and actively mentoring the next generation of professionals. Watch preview

“The data they produce doesn’t just support compliance, it drives district decisions that protect our water sources, local ecosystems and the people who live near them.”

From the article: Madison Sewer District Lab Named Wisconsin DNR Laboratory of the Year