Wastewater refers to all effluent from household, commercial
establishments and institutions, hospitals, industries and so on. It also includes storm water and urban runoff, agricultural, horticultural and aquaculture effluent. Sewage is also wastewater, originating from toilets and bathroom fixtures, bathing, laundry, kitchen sinks, cleaners, and similar dirty water that is produced in households and public places. (AQUASTAT, 2014)