In the United States, liquid waste management is a multi-billion dollar industry. The average person produces around three gallons of liquids each day, and according to the EPA, Americans generate over 300 million gallons of liquid waste each year. That’s a lot of wasted water and valuable resources that could be put to better use. There are many ways to deal with liquid waste, but the most effective method is usually determined by how quickly the waste can be disposed of.
Several types of liquids require different disposal methods: hazardous waste, beverage waste, industrial wastewater, etc. Hazardous and industrial wastes are handled differently than beverage or municipal wastewater because they contain contaminants that can harm people or the environment. To prevent environmental contamination and ensure safe disposal, these wastes must be treated appropriately before they’re sent to an appropriate landfill or incinerator.