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The Real Problem

  • Studies show that 98% of Baby Wipes
  • materials that clog Paper Towels
  • equipment at wastewater Feminine Hygiene Products
  • treatment plants are Cleaning Wipes
  • non-flushable such as: Other Trash Not Designated to be Flushed

Keep Your Home Healthy By Knowing What Not to Flush

To help consumers keep their homes healthy and their plumbing systems safe and running smoothly, the wipes industry has developed new, stronger labeling guidelines that call for prominent positioning of the “Do Not Flush” symbol on the product packaging for non-flushable wipes.

Increasing Public Awareness About Smart Flushing Habits Will Lead to Real, Lasting Changes

When you flush products that were NOT designed to be flushed, you are flushing your money down the toilet. On average, it costs about $300-$450 to repair the damage to your home plumbing system caused by clogs. And if it requires a whole house repipe, the average cost can range from $4,000-$15,000.

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Ecolab’s 100% Plastic-Free1 Disinfecting Wipe Sets New Standard for Healthcare

12.03.2024

The Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA) and Ecolab share a common mission: protecting vital resources for the well-being of people and the planet. In helping to safeguard wastewater infrastructure, RFA is prioritizing public health, sanitation and…

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Q&A With Dr. Divya Rathod: Prioritizing Sanitation and Responsible Hygiene Practices for Healthier Communities

11.13.2024

As an advisory board member to the Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA), the Toilet Board Coalition shares a common understanding that toilets play a vital role in our communities. RFA prioritizes the sustainability of communities—and to…

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Do Your Part to Stop Toilet Crimes in California

09.03.2024

Did you know that public agencies throughout California are spending more than $47 million annually to repair wastewater treatment equipment and respond to sewer overflows caused by the improper flushing of wet wipes labeled with…

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The Costly Consequences of Improper Flushing

08.05.2024

Maintaining a home comes with its fair share of expenses, but some costs can be avoided with simple, responsible habits. Consider this —repairing damage to your home plumbing system due to clogs can range from…

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Toilet Crimes Across California

07.26.2024

In preparation for July’s Flush Smart Month, Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA) took to the streets of Anaheim, California at VidCon. The annual conference was swarmed with 55,000 content creators, digital innovators and fans wanting to…

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Wastewater and its Impact on Society with Melody LaBella

06.28.2024

Understanding the impact of wastewater and its prevalence in our daily lives is critical. Believe it or not, wastewater is a key component of what keeps our communities thriving. Not only is wastewater comprised of…

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Three Ways to Make an Immediate Impact

05.30.2024

How important is paying attention to what goes down your pipes? Very. When you ignore the label or improperly dispose of non-flushable items, you could end up paying an average of $300-$450 to repair your…

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From the Classroom to the Red Carpet: Responsible Flushing Alliance and the Youth Cinema Project Partner to Spotlight Smart Flushing Behaviors

04.29.2024

The Latino Film Institute’s Youth Cinema Project (YCP) started in 2014, as a way to close the achievement and opportunity gaps among Los Angeles area students to learn the skills of filmmaking through a 100%…

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California Relies on Recycled Water

03.25.2024

California Relies on Recycled Water Across the state of California, millions of gallons of water are being recycled per day. We recently had the opportunity to tour the Los Angeles County Sanitation Department (LACSD) and…