Making Waves Blog

HRSD is making waves in the water industry through innovation and research to ensure future generations will inherit clean waterways and be able to keep them clean. Our blog is written by HRSD employees to provide suggestions, information and inspiration about all things environmental! From sustainable living guides to water saving tips, we’ve got you covered. Welcome to Making Waves!

 

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Leave the Leaves

Written by Hunter White,
Published on September 23, 2025

Fall leaves on the ground

This autumn, instead of bagging up your leaves and sending them to the landfill, consider leaving them where they fall.

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Behind the Scenes of SWIFT Industry Day: Partnerships for a Sustainable Future

Written by Courtney Kubu , AECOM Strategic Communications Specialist
Published on August 21, 2025

Attendees converse at the 2025 SWIFT Industry Day event.

What Is SWIFT Industry Day?

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WATER You Waiting For? You have to try these 15 ways to lower your water and wastewater bills.

Written by Lacie Wever, HRSD Community Education and Outreach Specialist
Published on June 18, 2025

Tips to Lower Your Water Bill

If you’re wondering how to reduce your water bills this summer, this post is for you!

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What Happens When You Flush? Here's the Truth About Your Wastewater

Written by Lacie Wever, HRSD Community Education and Outreach Specialist
Published on May 15, 2025

JR Treatment Plant

We all experience it daily—flush the toilet, take a shower, or wash our clothes—and POOF, the dirty water disappears. But have you ever wondered where it all goes?

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6 Totally Free Resources To Teach Students About Water Quality and Wastewater

Written by Lacie Wever, HRSD Community Education and Outreach Specialist
Published on April 7, 2025

water resources HRSD classroom

Even though the Earth is made of about 71% of water, we all know there is no water to waste! This is why it is so important for students to learn more about wastewater.

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