We’ve all tried to be as green as possible. Recycling, grey water systems, car sharing – these measures go a long way towards reducing one’s ecological footprint in life. But what about in death? The average burial is anything but green. Between the casket, which is made the paints and chemicals, and the ecological effects…
Day: February 10, 2016
Urban Areas Around the World are Worried About Aging Sewer Systems Is Your City Poisoning You?
In some parts of the country, aging urban sewer systems are creating havoc for repair teams. Surprisingly, some large cities still have combined sewer systems, and even the mildest rainstorm can cause sewer backups and dangerous waste runoff into the public water supply. Sewer and drain replacement can be much more challenging in urban areas…