The Onsite Sewage Treatment Program (OSTP) protects public health and the environment by improving wastewater treatment through research-based workshops, as well as outreach to homeowners, small communities, professionals and policy-makers. Since 1973 OSTP has been educating professionals and the public in safe, cost-effective and environmentally sound wastewater treatment practices. This program is part of the Water Resources Center.
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"It's the people!" Reflections from dedicated staff members who've been with CFANS from Day 1
June 9, 2026Three of OSTP's staff members have been with CFANS since the very beginning. These staff members reflected on their personal journeys, their favorite memories, and what it means to dedicate a career to a calling.
Remembering Ken Olson
September 23, 2025Remembering Kenneth M. Olson
February 4, 1946 - September 21, 2025
SepticSmart Week 2025
May 9, 2025The University of Minnesota Onsite Sewage Treatment Program (OSTP) will offer a free training opportunity on ‘Being Septic Smart’ in September to celebrate SepticSmart Week (September 15-19, 2025).