Despite treatments, there s still a chance small doses of pharmaceuticals remain in the water as it exits the facility and goes back to its natural home.
Water Environment Federation Selects Maile Lono-Batura As Director Of Sustainable Biosolids Programs
New Toolkit for Biosolids Communications Released
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has selected Maile Lono-Batura as Director of Sustainable Biosolids Programs, a new position established to help WEF members and the water sector advance the beneficial use of biosolids.
Lono-Batura previously served as the Executive Director of Northwest Biosolids for the past 22 years, dedicating her career to unearthing sustainable solutions for biosolids and helping to lead the organization to leverage over $3 million in research funding.
“Biosolids are a central product of the wastewater treatment process, a vital part of resource recovery and circular economy, and beneficial for communities in many ways,” said WEF President Lynn Broaddus. “WEF is increasing our investment in biosolids programs and is thrilled to add Maile’s expertise and experience to our team.”