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IMPACTS OF DRYING
TURNING WASTE CHALLENGES INTO COMMUNITY WINS
Drying reduces environmental impact, cuts hauling volume, and helps communities move toward long-term, sustainable waste management.
NOT DRYING IS COSTLY
Wet or under-processed waste carries hidden environmental risks. High moisture content increases hauling weight, transport emissions, and landfill volume, while organic solids in the waste accelerate decomposition, generating methane, a greenhouse gas 25–30 times more potent than CO₂ (EPA).
Handling waste is also expensive. More water = higher hauling costs, more landfill/incineration fees, and increased energy for pumping and processing.
NEW REGULATIONS &
FEWER OPTIONS
In early 2025, the EPA released a draft PFAS risk assessment for sewage sludge, signaling tighter rules ahead for how biosolids can be handled and disposed of. At the same time, many landfills are limiting or refusing to accept wet sludge due to stability and leachate concerns.
Drying lowers moisture, reduces volume, and produces a more stable material, helping facilities stay ahead of new regulations and shrinking disposal options. It also cuts transportation emissions and the environmental impact of high‑moisture waste. It’s not just a treatment step, it’s a strategic move.
THE GRYPHON ADVANTAGE
At Gryphon Environmental, we understand that challenges with biosolids are only increasing — from rising hauling costs and limited disposal options to evolving PFAS regulations. Gryphon dryers turn drying into a strategic advantage, integrating seamlessly with existing dewatering processes to produce a stable, predictable material that’s easier to handle, transport, and repurpose. The Gryphon solution meets the needs of communities, lowering costs and environmental impact while making drying safer, smarter, and simpler for facilities of any size.