Septic tank waste disposal systems have a delicate equilibrium that helps to break down solid waste, while releasing effluent into the drain field soil where the natural filtration processes remove ...

“Keep in mind that when food is added to the wastewater system, it must be further treated,” says Maggie Sauerhage, a spokeswoman for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. She suggests learning ...

PORTSMOUTH — For many residents, stinky trash is a nuisance to be disposed of as soon as possible, often with little thought ...