Jeonbuk National University Researchers Reveal Safer Way to Manage Chemical Sewage Sludge Using Pyrolysis

Study shows how controlling pyrolysis temperature can help reduce environmental risks of chemical sewage sludge, supporting sustainable sewage treatment JEONBUK-DO, South Korea, March 17, 2026 ...
Nature

Unraveling phosphorus enrichment, transformation, and optimal process strategies in sewage sludge pyrolysis using a correlation–prediction–causation integrated framework

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The New York Times

In a First, the E.P.A. Warns of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Sludge Fertilizer

Levels of PFAS in sewage sludge used as fertilizer can pose risks that sometimes exceed safety thresholds “by several orders of magnitude,” the agency said. By Hiroko Tabuchi For the first time, the ...
The Texas Tribune

EPA report says “forever chemicals” in sewage-based fertilizer pose cancer risk

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Florida Today

Brevard to petition state for hearing before more sewage sludge spread near water supply

Brevard County is petitioning Florida DEP to stop a company from applying excessive sewage sludge near its drinking water source. The sewage sludge contains high levels of phosphorus, which can cause ...
Tech Xplore

Researchers reveal safer way to manage chemical sewage sludge using pyrolysis

To handle increasing wastewater loads, sewage treatment plants are adopting more advanced treatment processes. However, many of these approaches require additional space and energy, highlighting the ...