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.

Empowering Menstruators, Protecting Plumbing: The Aunt Flow Story
At RFA, we’re dedicated to educating the public about what not to flush. While many of us know the basics (look for the Do Not Flush symbol!), the conversation about period product disposal is too often overlooked. We were happy to talk to Claire Coder, the inspiring founder and CEO

Protect Our Planet One Flush at a Time
The Surprising Link Between Your Toilet and a Healthy Planet In celebration of Earth Month 2025, RFA would like to take the opportunity to remind everyone that our flushing habits have a direct impact on the health of our planet, and understanding this impact is the first step toward protecting

RFA #FlushSmart 2024 Annual Meeting Recap
Well, that’s a wrap! This year’s annual meeting took place on Wednesday, March 19, as allies of smart flushing joined virtually to hear all about the Responsible Flushing Alliance’s innovative work and growth. RFA began in August 2020 and has since worked tirelessly to raise awareness of the Do Not

Your Toilet’s Not a Trash Can: A Message from the Michigan Water Environment Association
Most people don’t think about wastewater infrastructure on a daily basis, but considering where we’d be without it, we really shouldn’t take it for granted. In the dark ages, households didn’t have drains or pipes to carry wastewater away. Instead, people dumped their chamber pots into the streets. This was

How WaterWipes Paved the Way with Plastic-Free Baby Wipes
Helping protect the environment and our nation’s wastewater infrastructure is at the heart of RFA’s mission. Part of this mission involves championing innovative solutions, which is why we’re proud to spotlight RFA member WaterWipes and its groundbreaking strides in sustainability. In March 2022, WaterWipes answered the call for more sustainable

Flushing Smarter: Shifting the Narrative in 2024
The past year marks a significant shift in the Responsible Flushing Alliance’s approach to spreading the word on flushing smart. In previous years, we’ve driven home the importance of the “Do Not Flush” symbol in our efforts to raise awareness and educate the public. While these were essential steps, they