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SRF Training Workshop Support
EPA is soliciting applications from eligible applicants to provide training workshop support activities for the State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs, the Clean Water SRF program and the Drinking Water SRF programs.
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Pipeline to a Strong Workforce: Decentralized/Onsite Wastewater Occupations
This report provides a foundational understanding of the career pathways and job clusters in the decentralized industry.
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SepticSmart Week 2021 Announcement - Save the Date
SepticSmart Week 2021 Announcement - Save the Date: September 20-24, 2021
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Septic Systems Policy and Regulations
EPA policy and regulations on septic systems.
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Innovative Technologies and Approaches to Address Decentralized Wastewater Infrastructure Challenges in the Alabama Black Belt (5/26/2021)
This webinar explores proposed solutions for the technological, regulatory, and management challenges of adequate decentralized wastewater management in the Black Belt, as well as progress made on current funding initiatives.
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Public Health and Environmental Perspectives for Reliable Decentralized Wastewater Management
Presentations on public health and environmental perspectives for sustainable decentralized wastewater management.
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SepticSmart Week 2016
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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SepticSmart Week 2015
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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SepticSmart Week 2017
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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SepticSmart Week 2018
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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SepticSmart Week Save the Date Flyer
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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Supporting Rural Communities
Presentation about creating sustainable rural communities discussing principles, energy efficiency, water quality, waste, business, building improvements and restoration, transportation, and green building.transportation, and green building.
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SepticSmart Week 2020
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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SepticSmart Week 2019
During SepticSmart Week, EPA informs homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assist local agencies in promoting homeowner education and awareness, and educate local decision makers.
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Why Maintain Your Septic System
Maintaining your septic system saves you money, protects your property value, keeps you and your neighbors healthy and protects the environment.
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Programs Related to Septic Systems
There are many programs, both at the EPA and elsewhere, that relate to the decentralized wastewater program and provide information about how decentralized wastewater is integrated in environmental quality, planning, protection, and conservation.
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Soil-Based Onsite Wastewater Treatment Challenges
Presentation on soil-based wastewater treatment and challenges of climate change.
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Surface Discharge of Raw Wastewater among Unsewered Homes in Central Alabama
This webinar explores multiple methods for researching the ongoing issue of direct discharge of raw sewage to the ground surface through “straight pipes” in many of central Alabama’s poorer and more rural areas.
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Septic Systems Demonstration Projects
Septic Systems Case Studies and Demonstration Projects that help explore alternatives for managing decentralized wastewater treatment systems.