industrial waste regulations Articles
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The role of respirometry in maximising aerobic treatment plant efficiency
Wastewater treatment plants are coming under increasing pressure to increase their efficiency of operation. There are two objectives in this. The first is to reduce the cost of treatment. The second is a response to new legislation aimed at reducing the carryover of toxic materials to receiving waters. In order to achieve this, it is necessary to focus on the pivotal role of bacterial respiration ...
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Boiler MACT Remand Request Granted
On February 28, 2014, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) requested a remand without vacatur of the set of rules commonly referred to as the Boiler Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) rules. U.S. EPA has also requested a remand of the Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste Incineration (CISWI) rules. On May 15, 2014 the remand request was granted to U.S. EPA by the U.S. Court ...
By All4 Inc.
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Cement Manufacturing - Balancing Growth with Air Quality Requirements
In most areas of the U.S., it appears that the recession is a bad memory and the signs of recovery are all around us. As described by the Portland Cement Association (PCA) on its website[1], “following the strongest cement consumption gains in seven (7) years in 2012, cement consumption growth will continue in 2013 with a 6.2% increase.” PCA continues to explain that “the ...
By All4 Inc.
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The Five CISWI Considerations
With so much talk of boilers and heaters since the 4 Rules were published in early 2013, most facilities are focused on developing an understanding and strategy to comply with the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards for Boilers (commonly referred to as Boiler MACT). However, one of the 4 Rules is the Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste Incineration (CISWI) rule, and ...
By All4 Inc.
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Future proofing the Environment Agency for the next generation - Case Study
About the Environment Agency The Environment Agency is a Government department that was established in 1996 to protect and improve the environment. With around 10,600 employees operating across 14 geographical areas responsible for regulating major industry and waste, treatment of contaminated land, water quality and resources, fisheries, inland river, estuary and harbour navigations ...
By Ovarro
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Maximizing membrane life: lessons learned from a three year study on performance recovery
Abstract Reverse Osmosis (RO) membranes are susceptible to several different types of foulants and scales. Common foulants observed in RO systems are organics, metals, clays and colloidal material. Common scales that are observed are carbonate, phosphate, sulfate and silica. Onsite cleaning is the norm to remove these foulants and scales but sometimes a desire for cleaning optimization or a ...
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Air Pollution in Mexico City
Mexico City stands as a paragon of historical richness and cultural diversity, located in the heart of North America. A metropolis teeming with more than 20 million people, it encapsulates the juxtaposition of ancient Aztec temples with modern skyscrapers. But as it moves forward in the 21st century, the city grapples with a tenacious adversary – air pollution. This silent antagonist ...
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Your local waste management operation spends more time on odour management than you think
When it comes to odour management at landfills, it’s widely accepted that prevention is better than a cure. Any possibility of slightly reducing odour impact can save navigating the fallout of a disruptive situation for waste management operations and local communities. However, odour is notoriously difficult to measure and manage. Moreover, limiting the impact of offensive odours is a ...
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