Fifth edition of McGraw-Hill's authoritative wastewater treatment textbook. Covers technological and regulatory changes in wastewater engineering over last decade. Emphasizes wastewater as energy source and nutrient recovery
First edition published in 1905 as Standard Methods of Water Analysis. Joint publication by APHA, AWWA, and WEF since 1925. Methods have undergone significant revisions since 1975
Book provides principles and basic treatment of wastewater. Historical development and current status of wastewater treatment are discussed. Future directions include health concerns and energy recovery. Treatment plants, process selection, and reliability are covered
Bioremediation uses biological systems to remove environmental pollutants. Most bioremediation is unintentional, involving native organisms. Processes are slow and require specific microbial populations
Flue gas is exhaust from combustion processes like fireplaces and power plants. Most common source is fossil fuel combustion with ambient air. Power plants generate significant amounts of flue gas
Storm drains collect rainwater from impervious surfaces like streets and roofs. Systems range from small residential wells to large municipal systems. Drains receive water from street gutters and rain gutters from buildings