COMPOSTING BIOSOLIDS
Wastewater Transport Services wants to dedicate its capabilities to the environment to help to build a brighter future. One way that Wastewater Transport Services contributes to environmental welfare is through the process of composting biosolids. Composting biosolids is the method of converting biosolids into usable compost, which can benefit the environment in a plethora of ways. But what does the process of composting biosolids consist of?THE PROCESS
The term “biosolids” refers to the organic matter produced and recovered during the wastewater treatment process. Biosolids are rich in micronutrients and are recycled as a soil amendment. To create fertilizing compost out of biosolids, the organic matter degrades under aerobic conditions. To do this, the waste needs to go through a sophisticated process. First, a screening process isolates the organic matter.
From this point, the composting will begin, and there are several different methods used to compost biosolids.
One process, called windrow composting, requires the formation of rows or windrows. The rows turn for aeration or the introduction of air.
This method can compost large amounts of waste at a single time.
After forty-five days, a screen separates anything larger than three-eighths of an inch. American AllWaste tests the remaining compost for harmful pathogens to meet the standardized criteria required for compost. This process results in compost used to grow greener grass along roadways, residential areas, or commercial properties. Which also keeps it out of the landfills and reduces the use of chemical fertilization.
BENEFITS OF COMPOSTING BIOSOLIDS
There are many benefits to making usable compost out of biosolids. Compost can be used for a number of purposes, and waste does not always have to be treated as worthless.
The composting process repurposes organic matter instead of adding it to landfills. It is nearly impossible to develop landfill land. Furthermore, reducing the amount of waste in a landfill prolongs its life and reduces the chance of a landfill blowout. Not only does it save land required for landfills, but it also beautifies our communities.
Compost enriches the soil by adding beneficial nutrients. The compost created using biosolids from liquid waste is high in essential nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen. These nutrients stimulate the growth of healthy plants and green grass for homes, businesses, and public land.
The composting process repurposes organic matter instead of adding it to landfills. It is nearly impossible to develop landfill land. Furthermore, reducing the amount of waste in a landfill prolongs its life and reduces the chance of a landfill blowout. Not only does it save land required for landfills, but it also beautifies our communities. Compost enriches the soil by adding beneficial nutrients. The compost created using biosolids from liquid waste is high in essential nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen. These nutrients stimulate the growth of healthy plants and green grass for homes, businesses, and public land.
The use of compost also reduces the use of chemical fertilizers since the compost is nutrient-rich. Chemical fertilizers decrease the fertility of plants and harden the soil. These types of fertilizers can also pollute the water and air and even release greenhouse gases. These pollutants and gasses can harm the health of humans and the environment. Chemical fertilizers can cause soil degradation and the loss of soil carbon. By using compost as fertilizer, American AllWaste reduces these adverse effects of chemical fertilizers on the environment’s health.
Interestingly, farmers have used biosolids for ages. Biosolids promote and stimulate the growth of essential crops. The nutrients in biosolids release into the soil over time, reducing the likelihood that crops will have low nutrient levels throughout the year. American AllWaste always tests the compost to ensure that it meets the EPA and FDA requirements and guidelines.
American AllWaste goes above and beyond to ensure environmental protection and customer satisfaction. The company knows that its customers have an interest in repurposing their waste and keeping costs low. By repurposing the waste as compost, Wastewater Transport Services is able to keep costs down by composting biosolids. In fact, sometimes, the company can even reduce the cost because they can wholesale the compost and some states award tax credits for recycling and repurposing. Wastewater Transport Services goes above and beyond for the environment and their customers to ensure a mutually beneficial, long-lasting relationship.
