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Guide to requirements for wastewater systems using a wastewater lagoon

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Wastewater systems using wastewater lagoons must be registered with Alberta Environment prior to being constructed, expanded, operated, or reclaimed. They must be operated according to the Code of... More ≫

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Wastewater systems using wastewater lagoons must be registered with Alberta Environment prior to being constructed, expanded, operated, or reclaimed. They must be operated according to the Code of Practice for Wastewater Systems Using a Wastewater Lagoon. This is a guide to registering and understanding the Code of Practice.

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Guide to requirements for wastewater systems consisting solely of a wastewater collection system

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Wastewater systems consisting solely of a wastewater collection system must be registered with Alberta Environment prior to being constructed, expanded, operated, or reclaimed. They must be... More ≫

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Wastewater systems consisting solely of a wastewater collection system must be registered with Alberta Environment prior to being constructed, expanded, operated, or reclaimed. They must be operated according to the Code of Practice for Wastewater Systems Consisting Solely of a Wastewater Collection System. This is a guide to registering and understanding the Code of Practice.

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Guidelines for the application of municipal wastewater sludges to agricultural lands

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In Alberta, it is common practice to apply sludge or biosolids to agricultural lands as a nutrient source; however, this must be done in accordance with standards and guidelines developed by the... More ≫

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In Alberta, it is common practice to apply sludge or biosolids to agricultural lands as a nutrient source; however, this must be done in accordance with standards and guidelines developed by the government. The issues and benefits associated with this type of application are extensive. Issues involve contamination of the receiving soils with metals, chemicals, drugs and pharmaceuticals, as well as changes to soil properties and chemistry, from repeated applications. The benefits of sewage sludge application are its nutrient value and its use as a soil amendment rather than burning or landfilling it. The Guidelines ate designed to maximize benefits and reduce potential hazards.

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Domestic wastewater management guidelines for industrial operations

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Outlines expectations for the management of sanitary sewage at industrial sites, highlights acceptable treatment systems, and provides current monitoring and release standards for the respective... More ≫

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Outlines expectations for the management of sanitary sewage at industrial sites, highlights acceptable treatment systems, and provides current monitoring and release standards for the respective treatment system.

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Design and construction of liners for municipal wastewater stabilization ponds

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The manual outlines the seepage control criteria and the lagoon liner design standards that have been adopted for municipal wastewater stabilization ponds in Alberta.

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