An exploration of alternative sewage treatment systems and their potential benefits for small municipalities in Ontario

Title

An exploration of alternative sewage treatment systems and their potential benefits for small municipalities in Ontario

Author

Laing, Elizabeth

Reference Number

TP-412

Date

2003

Area

Ontario

Subject

Sewage & Wastewater Treatment
Environmental studies

Abstract

This project explores alternative sewage treatment possibilities available to small municipalities in central and northern Ontario, focusing on less conventional systems and innovative technologies. Sewage is seen not as "waste" but as useable energy. It begins with a look at legislation surrounding septic systems and the regulations and permits applicable to such systems. Alternative sewage treatment systems such as aerobic treatment units, alternate media filters, peat leaching beds, composting and incinerating toilets, effluent filters, drip distribution and living systems are presented.

Publisher

Trent University

Files

Reference

Laing, Elizabeth, An exploration of alternative sewage treatment systems and their potential benefits for small municipalities in Ontario, Trent University, 2003