California study finds centralized sewer system more energy efficient than onsite cluster

Economies of scale mean the centralized system studied used one-fifth as much energy per unit volume treated than the cluster

Onsite cluster wastewater treatment systems may cost less to install and maintain than central sewer systems and allow more flexibility for growth. But how do onsite and centralized systems stack up when it comes to energy efficiency? A new study reported by Environmental Research...

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