Wastewater generated at UC Berkeley is conveyed through our sanitary sewer collection systems and eventually flows to EBMUD's wastewater treatment plant in Oakland prior to discharge to the San Francisco Bay.
The Waste Discharge Requirements Order No. 2022-0103-DWQ adopted by the State Water Resources Control Board regulates sanitary sewer systems greater than one mile in length (each individual sanitary sewer system).
UC Berkeley maintains regulatory coverage for three collection systems:
The University of California, Berkeley is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for the campus community. Faculty, students, and other personnel in laboratories and other academic settings may work with hazardous materials, equipment, and processes. With regard to safety and environmental protection, this teaching, and research work is governed by state and federal regulations and University policies.
Helping to protect and enhance the campus environment and providing permit and compliance management services. How Do I: collapse allexpand all Get rid of waste?
Fill in the form and return to the Office of Environment, Health & Safety in person or through email (ehs-ep@berkeley.edu). If you require assistance, contact EH&S Fire Marshal or Construction Specialist at (510) 642-3073.
Master list of waste types is displayed below.Note: If you cannot find the item that you are trying to get rid of in this list, please contact EH&S at ehs@berkeley.edu or (510) 642-3073.collapse allexpand allAerosol Cans
