Christopher Jobity

Research Interests / Specializations:

Analysis of septic system wastewater delivery pathways to nearby streams.

Septic systems are underground treatment units that are typically used in rural areas that have limited access to sewer networks. Although they provide a feasible option for wastewater treatment, underperforming or failing septic systems can release wastewater contaminants to nearby streams, raising environmental concerns regarding water quality. This research aims to evaluate the hydrologic pathways via which septic effluent reaches nearby streams by using a variety of sampling methods and analysis of multiple wastewater constituents in septic-influenced watersheds. A further understanding of how septic systems transport contaminants to streams is expected be                                                   understood from this study.

Personal Background:

Christopher graduated from the University of McMaster in 2021 with a degree in Environmental Sciences. Deciding to continue his education, he joined the RESTORE research group and began his Masters Program in Geotech/ Geo environmental Engineering under the supervision of Dr. Clare Robinson.