Inside the October 2019 Issue of Treatment Plant Operator
California Professional Climbs From Warehouse Position to Senior Operator
Central San’s Michelle Tarantino sees a limitless future for herself and other women in operations and other roles in the clean-water industry
People/Awards; Events
Getting the most from WEFTEC or any industry conference means scheduling time to share what you learned with your colleagues.
An Innovative Approach to Phosphorus Removal Requires No Big Capital Investment
A rare-earth-based coagulant is designed to help clean-water plants achieve ultra-low phosphorus limits at a more affordable cost.
The nature and variety of today’s water-quality challenges make the Clean Water Act seem outmoded. NACWA argues it’s time for a fresh approach.
The Light’s Fantastic!
Colored LEDs add visual appeal to a Calgary lift station and help the public understand what goes on within the building walls.
What's One Way to Prepare for High Flows? Conduct a Simulation.
A Virginia authority conducts a series of storm-event simulations to help prepare its clean-water plant infrastructure for actual high-flow conditions.
A Land Reclamation Project in Ontario Involves a City Utility in a Three-Way Partnership
An award-winning project in Greater Sudbury puts Class A biosolids to work restoring vegetation and wildlife to mine tailings areas.
Amazement With the Miracle of Treatment Brought Clifford Creeks Jr. Into the Profession
Clifford Creeks Jr. quickly developed a passion for wastewater treatment. Now he puts it to work daily and tries to impart it to a new generation.
People-Oriented Eric Osborne Helps Utility Select the Right People and Keep Team Members Trained
Eric Osborne helps his utility succeed by selecting the right people and keeping the team trained. He also gives back through association involvement.
The 2018 Arkansas Water Laboratory Professional of the Year Is Someone Her Supervisor Calls Indispensable
Mindi Dearing brings a marathoner’s drive and dedication to supervising the laboratory at the Beaver Water District in Arkansas.
Education for All Ages Is the Approach at a Unique Environmental Learning Place in California
A small-scale wastewater treatment plant is part of an EcoCenter in San Francisco that teaches students and adults about the environment in a wetland setting.