Combined Sewers in Washington State, USA

Event: Asia Water Week 2013: Securing Water for All (Main Event)

Combined Sewers in Washington State, USA

14 March 2013

Author / Speaker:

Pam Elardo, King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Wastewater Treatment Division, USA - Email the author | Other materials by the author

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The experience of Washington State in the USA shows that public trust and acceptance are essential to the conveyance and treatment of wastewater systems. Achieving sustainability requires understanding the importance of asset management and full economic cost of service.

Geographical Focus:

Global

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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