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Hybrid Poplar Demonstration Project - Spring 2008 Monitoring Report to PADEP 12-19-2008 Fall Monitoring 2008 11-07-2008 Spring 2008 Update 07-07-2008 Reclamation at Thomaston Mine Site Begins 07-17-2007 Poplars Continue to Thrive Using Biosolids as Fertilizer 07-17-2007 Two years after the original hybrid poplar trees were planted on the Repplier Mine site using Philadelphia Water Department biosolids there has been substantial tree and vegetation growth. Poplars Grow Better with Biosolids 06-23-2006 Just one year after poplar trees were planted on the Repplier Mine site using PWD biosolids there has been substantial tree growth. Hybrid Poplars Progress Report 11-30-2005 In May 2005 14 acres of Hybrid Poplars were planted at the Repplier Mine site in New Castle Township. Another Successful Year Using Biosolids in Schuylkill County 10-16-2005 Starting in June 2005, biosolids from Philadelphia were used to help reclaim the Repplier Mine site in New Castle Township. Hybrid Poplars Grown on Mine Reclamation Site 07-01-2005 In June 2005, WMPI planted about 10 acres of hybrid poplar trees at the Repplier mine site. Reclamation starts at the Repplier Mine in New Castle 05-31-2005 Starting in June 2005, Biosolids from Philadelphia will be used to reset and revegetate a portion of this mine site. Thoughts about the Importance of our water quality 12-08-2004 Biosolids Exhibit at Watershed Festival Draws Crowds 08-16-2004 - Mid-Atlantic Biosolids Association Community Outreach Efforts 07-21-2004 - Pottsville Republican & Herald Mine site tour has a small turnout. What Does EPA Say About Biosolids 03-01-2004 - http://www.epa.gov/owm/mtb/biosolids/genqa.htm [Biosolids] are nutrient-rich organic materials resulting from the treatment of domestic sewage in a treatment facility. When treated and processed, these residuals can be recycled and applied as fertilizer to improve and maintain productive soils and stimulate plant growth. Benefits of Biosolids Recycling 11-26-2003 - Mid-Atlantic Biosolids Association Today’s modern wastewater and biosolids operations are the proud domain of over ten thousand public health professionals and environmentalists dedicated to cleaning waters and improving soils and productive landscapes. All work is performed in conformance with regulatory standards that are based on sound scientific research and risk analyses. Rattler Mountain Dedication Ceremony 07-15-2003 - WMPI On Wednesday, May 21, 2003, 55 people braved chilly and blustery conditions to attend the Dedication Ceremony for the completion of the initial phase of the Rattler Mountain Reclamation Project.  Sponsored by the Schuylkill County Conservation District, the Babb Creek Watershed Association, and the Pennsylvania Game Commission, the ceremony recognized some of the many individuals and organizations that contributed to the success of the project, which was conducted on State Game Lands north of the village of Morris in Tioga County. NAS Press Release, Sept. 9, 2002 09-09-2002 - WMPI Some press accounts focused only on criticisms of EPA's past efforts, and did not fully reflect the findings and recommendations of the committee’s report. NRC Press Release 07-29-2002 NRC Biosolids Study Concludes Part 503 Rule is Protective of Public Health Biosolids Recycling on Mine Lands Gains Support 07-01-2002 - WMPI The use of biosolids to rejuvenate mine lands is gaining support among wildlife advocates and watershed associations. Class B Biosolids Safety 07-01-2002 - WMPI NIOSH Rescinds HID #10 and Releases New Guidance for Biosolids Worker Safety. Is Protective Clothing Required? 06-23-2002 WMPI is committed to worker safety and carefully follows the procedures described in the NIOSH Guidance document.

 

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