Characterization and Quantification of Georgia's Municipal Biosolids Production and Disposal

Abstract

This report quantifies and characterizes current municipal biosolids production in Georgia; critically analyses the five biosolids disposal methods currently used throughout the state; and provides education, policy and research recommendations for increasing the beneficial reuse of biosolids in the future. In addition the report provides a brief outline of a typical municipal wastewater treatment system, presents a sampling of various public opinions on beneficial reuse of biosolids, and outlines emerging technologies in biosolids management.

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• Executive Summary
• Chapter 1, Introduction
• Chapter 2, Current Processes Producing Biosolids
• Chapter 3, Solids Handling Processes
• Chapter 4, Characterization
• Chapter 5, Current Biosolids Management Practices
• Chapter 6, Emerging Technologies
• Chapter 7, Georgia Biosolids Data
• Chapter 8, Statewide Generation
• Chapter 9, Regional Generation
• Chapter 10, Opportunities and Impediments
• Chapter 11, Pretreatment Program
• Chapter 12, Current Market Conditions
• Chapter 13, Strategies for Biosolids Utilization
• Chapter 14, Recommendations and Conclusions
• Appendix A
• Appendix B1
• Appendix B2
• Appendix C
• Appendix D
• Appendix E
• Appendix F
• Appendix G
• Appendix H

The University of Georgia Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering.