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.

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.

Flushing Smarter: Accelerating Behavioral Change in 2025
This past year marks another period of significant progress for the Responsible Flushing Alliance as we continued our mission to empower communities and protect our infrastructure by helping people flush smarter. Following the strategic evolution we initiated last year, our 2025 efforts doubled down on initiatives designed to fundamentally alter

A Guide to FOG-Free Festivities: Holiday Cooking & Your Drains
The holidays often mean more time in the kitchen, preparing festive meals for family and friends. But there’s a hidden scrooge lurking behind the culinary delights and good cheer: FOGs — the fats, oils and grease that can lead to common plumbing and wastewater treatment problems when they find their

East Valley Water District’s Approach to Responsible Flushing Education
The East Valley Water District (EVWD), which serves the cities of Highland, San Bernardino, and portions of San Bernardino County in California, recently underwent a significant transformation with the addition of the Sterling Natural Resource Center (SNRC) in January 2024. This state-of-the-art facility has expanded EVWD’s capabilities to treat its

The Truth About Wipes: Flushable vs. Non-Flushable Explained
Ever wondered why some wipes are labeled as flushable and others have the Do Not Flush symbol? Curious if you can actually trust the labels? You’re not alone! The world of wet wipes can be confusing, with labels like biodegradable, non-flushable, and flushable leading to potential misunderstandings. At the Responsible