Biosolids Committee

Biosolids Mission Statement:

The mission of the Biosolids Committee is to promote education, networking and sound public policy in the field of biosolids while advocating proper management of biosolids by utilities, haulers, land appliers and other biosolids end users. Every year the Biosolids Committee develops in-person technical education seminars. The Committee will also provide educational content with the assistance of the local Chapters at their Quarterly Networking events throughout the year. In addition, the committee routinely conducts conference calls to keep their membership informed. The committee also coordinates with the WEF Residuals and Biosolids Committee to disseminate national information to local members. Our membership includes the environmental professionals and organizations that produce, treat, test, consult on, and manage most of the region’s biosolids and other large volume recyclable organic residuals. Together we advocate for biosolids issues, management and education in Florida. 


The FWEA Biosolids Committee values your input! We invite you to share your concerns and suggest topics you'd like us to address in our upcoming seminars. Your valuable insights will help us create relevant and impactful sessions that cater to your needs and interests. Whether it's regulatory updates, technological advancements, or management approaches, we want to hear from you. Together, we can make our seminars more engaging and informative. Please take a moment to share your thoughts, and let's work towards advancing biosolids management together. Thank you for being an integral part of our community.

Committee members may download meeting minutes and other documents HERE

Call for Abstracts: 2025 FWEA Fall Biosolids Seminar

The Florida Water Environment Association (FWEA) is pleased to announce the 2025 Fall Biosolids Seminar, scheduled for September 18–19, 2025, in the Orlando area.

If you are interested in presenting,
please submit your abstract by Monday, June 16, 2025.

Topics of Interest

  • Case Studies / Lessons Learned
  • Digestion & Stabilization
  • Economics and Project Delivery
  • Land Application and Biosolids Markets
  • Regulatory and other Program Drivers
  • Sustainability and Resource Recovery
  • Thermal Processes and Biochar
  • Thickening and Dewatering
  • Land Application and Beneficial Reuse
  • Troubleshooting & Optimization

Submission Instructions

Please email your abstract to aguillen@carollo.com, and copy manuel.moncholi@ghd.com and cjoustra@hazenandsawyer.com for tracking purposes.

Abstract Guidelines

Abstracts must include:

  • Title
  • Presenter(s)/Author(s) and Organization
  • Abstract Body
  • Tables and/or Figures (if applicable)
  • Literary References (if applicable)

Submissions should not exceed 9,000 characters (approximately 1,000 words). You may attach up to two additional pages of graphics, tables, or images.

Abstracts will be reviewed and scored based on criteria outlined in the attachment linked below.

We look forward to your submissions and participation!

Upcoming Events

Past Events

2024 Biosolids Seminar 7/18/2024
Download the 2024 Presentations here: https://www.fwea.org/docs/FWEA_2024_BIOSOLIDS_PRESENTATIONS-ALL_PRESENTATIONS.pdf




2023 Events:

Download the 2023 Presentations here: https://www.fwea.org/docs/FWEA_Biosolids_Tech_Seminar_SEP_2023.zip


Committee Leadership

Chair
Manny Moncholi
Stantec
com.biosolids.chair@fwea.org
manuel.moncholi@ghd.com

Vice Chair
Alexandra Guillen
Carollo
com.biosolids.chair@fwea.org
aguillen@carollo.com

Treasurer
George Dick
Brown & Caldwell
com.biosolids.treasurer@fwea.org
gdick@brwncald.com

Assistant Treasurer
Felicity Appel
Kimley-Horn
com.biosolids.treasurer@fwea.org
felicity.appel@kimley-horn.com

Secretary
Caryssa Joustra
Hazen
com.biosolids.secretary@fwea.org
cjoustra@hazenandsawyer.com

Interested in volunteering with FWEA?
Click the link below to fill out an interest form today!

Volunteer Interest Form

COMING SOON!

Biosolids Event Sponsorship Opportunities 

 Biosolids Seminar/webinar (Orlando) - $250 

Biosolids Luncheon Seminar (Orlando)- $250

Biosolids Luncheon Seminar (Miami)- $250

Biosolids Luncheon Seminar (Tallahassee)- $250

  • Logo inclusion on event communication
  • Recognition at event
  • Tax deductible
  • Exposure and awareness for your company
  • Association with strong, reputable non-profit organization
  • Networking opportunities 


Biosolids Committee Sponsors

Biosolids Seminar and Webinar Event Sponsorship's Coming Soon

SPONSORS