Abstract

This study examined the potential for alternative wastewater management options, constructed

wetlands and rain gardens, as a means to limit the need to use or eliminate the need for conventional wastewater management, specifically sewage treatment plants and effluent treatment plants. I researched this question by measuring through three variables: water quality (biological), cost-effectiveness (economic), and provision of recreational space through enhanced ecological benefit. Both constructed wetlands and rain gardens were competitive with the conventional wastewater management systems. Though, the alternative systems were not effective enough to replace the conventional systems, rather, they could be utilized within the wastewater management systems as secondary treatment in order to limit the need of conventional wastewater management systems. More research will need to be conducted in order to determine whether or not these systems could be improved in such a way to begin to manage wastewater for small-town cities.

Advisor

Moreno, Carlo

Department

Environmental Studies

Disciplines

Environmental Design

Keywords

Constructed Wetland, Rain Garden, Wastewater Management

Publication Date

2023

Degree Granted

Bachelor of Arts

Document Type

Senior Independent Study Thesis

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