Recycled water is wastewater that has been purified through a high level of treatment. Reducing the amount of treated wastewater discharged into the South Bay decreases the impacts on saltwater marshes.
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The RWQCP is committed to protecting our environment and Palo Alto's open spaces.
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All of the storm drains in the Regional Water Quality Control Plant's service area drain directly to local creeks and the Bay.
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Eliminating the use of mercury can make the process safer for health care professionals, patients, and the environment.
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Green Business information you can use, whether you are a resident, business owner, local industry or employee.
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San Francisco Bay is contaminated by mercury-an element used in many household items, which is also a potent human nerve toxin.
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The discharge of fats, oils, and greases to the sanitary sewer system is an important environmental and public health issue.
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Residents and businesses need to do what they can to keep vehicle pollutants out of the environment.
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Tours of the RWQCP are a popular educational tool used by schools, youth groups, and citizens.
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The Water Reuse Program brings a reliable, sustainable and drought-proof supply of water to the South Bay and Santa Clara County.
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Works on flooding and environmental preservation
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Information on the joint Palo Alto / Mountain View Reclaimed Water Pipeline Project
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Because of the concerns with mercury in San Francisco Bay, the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP) needs to reduce mercury discharges to the environment.
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We want to change the way you think about pest control.
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All food service facilities should be aware of the importance of installation and proper maintenance of grease removal devices.
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Many grease hauling companies have been caught illegally dumping grease from their clients' grease removal devices into sewer manholes or storm drains.
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Regional Water Quality Control Plant school outreach programs are available to teach your students about the pollution prevention.
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If you notice any unusual substance in or around a storm drain, or if you see someone dumping anything into the storm drain, street, or gutter, to local creeks or the Bay, or elsewhere in the outdoor environment, report it to us.
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The Bay is closer than you think. Find out how to minimize your impact to the bay!
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