Emerging Contaminants in Wastewater
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Dealing with Emerging Contaminants in Wastewater Planning
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Event Date(s):
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12/11/2008 - Thursday - 9:00 AM
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Duration:
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3 hours and 30 minutes
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Location:
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Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
149 Waquoit Highway, Waquoit MA 02536
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Description:
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Recent research has demonstrated that a large number of chemicals from pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCPs) have been found in the nation’s waterways.
This workshop will provide an overview of the state of the science on emerging contaminants focusing on what is known and not known, threats to drinking water and wildlife, and how regulatory agencies are approaching the issue.
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Cost:
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There is no charge to attend but registration is required.
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Audience:
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Municipal and county officials, wastewater committees, planning and health boards, conservation commissions, finance committees, DPW directors, engineers, and environmental groups.
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Contact Info:
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Tonna-Marie Rogers, 508-457-0495 ext. 110
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Brochure:
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Emerging Contaiminants Agenda
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Workshop Materials:
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