Responsible Flushing Stories
Dive deeper into the world of responsible flushing! Our blog features informative articles, expert insights and practical tips to help you understand the impact of your flushing habits and make a difference in protecting our pipes and the environment.

How BAHP and RFA are Working Together for Responsible Disposal
RFA is proud to count the Center for Baby and Adult Hygiene Products (BAHP) among its advisory members. We recently sat down with BAHP Deputy Director Gia Komst to learn more about the organization’s mission, its connection to responsible flushing, and why this partnership matters. Who is BAHP? The Center

A Homeowner’s Guide to Protecting Our Waterways This Earth Month
In January 2026, a busted sewer line in Maryland dumped more than 200 million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River near Washington, D.C. The impact on nearby communities, and on the planet, was immediate and widespread. While this is the largest sewage spill in U.S. history, it certainly

Women’s History Month Spotlight: A Conversation with Caroline Zalla, Chairman of the RFA Board
RFA is always grateful for the remarkable women who champion our mission and help drive meaningful change. To celebrate Women’s History Month this year, we sat down with Caroline Zalla, Communications and Influencer Lead at Procter & Gamble and Chairman of the Board for RFA, and dug into what it

Know the Difference: Baby Wipes Are Not Flushable Wipes
At the Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA), we champion smart flushing habits, and that starts with understanding what you’re flushing. From a wipes disposal standpoint, there are essentially two general categories of wipes – flushable and non-flushable wipes. However, it can be daunting to know what can and cannot be flushed.

Responsible Flushing With Flair: The goodwipes Restroom Routine Revamp
At RFA, we champion responsible flushing habits and believe in the power of education. That’s why we’re especially excited to spotlight a brand that makes flushability a core tenant of its mission — and has fun doing it. We talked with goodwipes SVP of Marketing Meredith Diehn about a recent

Winterproof Your Pipes (From the Inside Out): Why Cold Weather Makes Bad Flushing Habits Worse
Winter is here, and with it comes the usual worries about icy roads, bundling up, and — for homeowners — frozen pipes. External pipe protection, like proper insulation, is essential for preventing freezing and bursting, but many people overlook another crucial factor for safeguarding plumbing in the winter: What’s on the inside.