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Denning, George – Water and Sewage Works, 1978
Several methods accurately assessing the value of water resources have been developed. The purpose has been to provide information on resource utilization for sound decision making. (BB)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Decision Making, Environment, Science Education
Shelton, Theodore B., Ed. – 1976
Presented are six papers on water conservation which were presented at a conference in New Jersey. The first two papers present recommendations of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on water conservation and a master plan for New Jersey's water supply needs. The following four papers discuss water conservation with water-saving…
Descriptors: Conference Reports, Conservation (Environment), Energy Conservation, Environment
Wang, Lawrence K.; And Others – Water and Sewage Works, 1978
The early history of disinfection and sterilization, physical methods, electron irradiation, sonic and supersonic waves, alpha, beta, gamma, cathode, x-rays, and ultraviolet radiation, and heating and freezing are covered. (BB)
Descriptors: Environment, Environmental Technicians, Health, Pollution
Iker, Sam – National Wildlife, 1978
The future of solar heated homes looks bright. The increase in availability of solar hardware and information along with tax credits point to an increase in both solar water and space heating. Solar systems can add to the value of a house. (BB)
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Energy Conservation, Environment, Environmental Education
Download full textCrites, R.; And Others – 1977
This manual presents a procedure for the design of land treatment systems. Slow rate, rapid infiltration, and overland flow processes for the treatment of municipal wastewaters are given emphasis. The basic unit operations and unit processes are discussed in detail, and the design concepts and criteria are presented. The manual includes design…
Descriptors: Environment, Guides, Instructional Materials, Land Use
Harris, L. R.; And Others – Water and Sewage Works, 1978
Domestic black and gray shipboard wastewaters when processed with tubular noncellulosic ultrafiltration membranes effectively meet marine discharge requirements. (Author/BB)
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Environment, Environmental Technicians, Marine Technicians
Associated Water & Air Resources Engineers, Inc., Nashville, TN. – 1973
This manual for industrial wastewater monitoring covers the philosophy of monitoring needs, planning, sampling, measuring, and analysis. Sufficient detail is given for those who wish to explore more deeply some of the practical and theoretical aspects of any of the phases of a monitoring program. A logical procedure is suggested and direction…
Descriptors: Environment, Guides, Industry, Instructional Materials
Leffel, R. E.; And Others – 1977
This manual attempts to describe new treatment methods, and discuss the application of new techniques for more effectively removing a broad spectrum of contaminants from wastewater. Topics covered include: fundamental design considerations, flow equalization, headworks components, clarification of raw wastewater, activated sludge, package plants,…
Descriptors: Engineering, Environment, Guides, Instructional Materials
Pennsylvania State Dept. of Education, Harrisburg. – 1975
This text was written to accompany a course concerning the need, environmental costs, and benefits of electrical power generation. It was compiled and written by a committee drawn from educators, health physicists, members of industry and conservation groups, and environmental scientists. Topics include: the increasing need for electrical power,…
Descriptors: Adult Education, College Science, Curriculum, Electrical Systems
Lemon, R. A.; And Others – 1974
This manual for the development of emergency operating plans for municipal wastewater treatment systems was compiled using information provided by over two hundred municipal treatment systems. It covers emergencies caused by natural disasters, civil disorders and strikes, faulty maintenance, negligent operation, and accidents. The effects of such…
Descriptors: Emergency Programs, Environment, Equipment Standards, Guides
Rader, R. D.; And Others – 1973
This manual provides guidance for putting into initial operation a new municipal wastewater treatment plant, a new addition to an existing treatment plant, or a change in the mode of a treatment plant's operation. Information is provided on preparing for actual treatment plant start-up. Preparation for start-up includes: staffing the plant,…
Descriptors: Environment, Equipment Standards, Federal Legislation, Guides
Parker, Denny S.; And Others – 1975
This manual presents theoretical and process design criteria for the implementation of nitrogen control technology in municipal wastewater treatment facilities. Design concepts are emphasized through examination of data from full-scale and pilot installations. Design data are included on biological nitrification and denitrification, breakpoint…
Descriptors: Design, Engineering, Environment, Environmental Technicians
