I heard this story about low-phosphate dish detergent on the radio last month. Was wondering if the sewage treatment plants have a way to remove phosphates prior to releasing the water. We all know what a small concentration can do for algae blooms in our tank.
http://www.npr.org/2010/12/15/132072122/it-s-not-your-fault-your-dishes-are-still-dirty
http://www.npr.org/2010/12/15/132072122/it-s-not-your-fault-your-dishes-are-still-dirty