Bacteria Removal from Stormwater Runoff Using Tree Filters: A Comparison of a Conventional and an Innovative System

Non-point source pollution of stormwater contributes high contaminant loads into surface water bodies and poses a threat to the ecosystem, public health and economy. Although (pre)treatment standards have not been introduced at the federal level, Rhode Island (RI) has set minimal contaminant reducti...

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Main Authors: Laura A. Schifman, Varun K. Kasaraneni, Ryan K. Sullivan, Vinka Oyanedel-Craver, Thomas B. Boving
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-03-01
Series:Water
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/8/3/76