Wastewater Management

We offer a variety of materials and resources related to waste management, including information on on-site wastewater and sewage management. Common topics include sustainable solid waste reuse, reduction, recycling and reprocessing.

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Onsite Wastewater Treatment and Reuse

BAEN has three major programs focused towards OSSF education and training: classroom education, field training and demonstration, and online (website) education and information dissemination.    

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Wastewater Management

Publications

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If your home or business uses a septic system, you need to know how to use and maintain it properly to prevent sewage from backing up into your house and contaminating groundwater, including your water well. This publication explains how to extend the life of your system, protect your well water and cut maintenance costs. […]

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Household wastewater treatment systems (septic systems) can contaminate groundwater unless they are properly designed, constructed, and maintained. This publication describes various kinds of systems and guides the homeowner in assessing their safety. (12 pages)

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When land is flooded by salt water, after a hurricane tidal surge, it can long-term effects on soil productivity and fertility. This publication explains how to reclaim flooded pasture land. Having the soil tested for salinity is an important step. (3 pages)

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Courses

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Learn to design and manage solar powered pumping systems for landscape and small landowner farming operations. This course provides 4 hours of continuing education units for Texas Landscape Architects, Professional Engineers, and others who self-report.

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Homeowner Maintenance of Aerobic Treatment Units Online Course

This online course will teach you how to properly maintain and operate your aerobic treatment unit.

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    Particulate matter is the dust and other small particles that are suspended in the air. The Environmental Protection Agency regulates particulate matter because it can cause health problems when inhaled. This publication explains the two types of particulate matter, as well as current and proposed EPA standards. (2 pages)

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    This publication explains how to fertilize your lawn without unduly harming the environment. (6 pages)

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    Like paper and plastic, some water can be recycled. This "graywater" which can be water from bathtubs and showers, clothes washing machines, and some sinks, can then be used in landscapes. (2 pages)

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    It is important that homeowners maintain their septic systems properly. Otherwise, problems that develop could threaten human health and the environment. In this publication, you will learn how to maintain all the components of a septic system. There are checklists to remind you of important steps in maintaining the safety and integrity of your system. […]

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    Homeowners who use graywater to water their lawns need to understand the risks and safety issues associated with this practice. This publication discusses the constituents of graywater; their potential effects on human, soil, plant, and environmental health, and steps to prevent harm to them. (6 pages)

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