New ASCE Standard Transforms Water Security Practices for the Modern Era
Water is fundamental to human life, but security measures for water treatment facilities aren’t meeting today’s challenges. A new standard
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First Florida Wastewater Treatment Facility Earns Envision® Gold Award for Sustainability
Innovative plant expansion to deliver enhanced environmental protection and resilience via advanced treatment technology SARASOTA COUNTY, FL, JAN. 07, 2025 – The Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility
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EPA Adds Nine Additional PFAS to the Toxics Release Inventory
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the automatic addition of nine per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances to the list of
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FERC Issues Final Rule on Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification Requirements
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”) issued a final rule on Nov. 21, 2024, establishing a categorical one-year “reasonable period
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Minnesota Completes Lead Pipe Inventory With One of the Highest Response Rates in Nation
According to Red Lake Nation News, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) today announced that 100% of the state’s community
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Missouri DNR’s $640M Loan for St. Louis Wastewater Upgrades the Largest in State History
According to the Missouri Independent, St. Louis’ sewer district will receive the largest loan in the history of Missouri’s clean
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The EPA Is Mandating Removal of Lead Pipes. What Will Replace Them?
According to the Truthout, on October 8, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a landmark rule aimed at tackling lead
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U.S. Department of Commerce Announces $2.5m Investment for Water Infrastructure Improvements in la Porte
According to La Porte County Life, on Tuesday, September 24, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced the Department’s Economic
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America’s Largest Water Utility Hit by Cyberattack at Time of Rising Threats Against U.S. Infrastructure
American Water, the largest U.S. water utility, was hit by a cyberattack, leading to the shutdown of its customer service
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$31 Million Sewer Improvement Project Completed in Newburgh
Major Investment for Clean Water Infrastructure According to WWRV, the City of Newburgh has successfully completed the North Interceptor Sewer
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The Birth of the Emergency Firefighting Water System
After the devastating San Francisco earthquake on April 18, 1906, when firestorms raged for days across the newly established city,
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Water Is the Backbone to Stable Municipalities
The role of water in any town might be much more crucial than we think When thinking about how and
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EPA Forms Agreement With Honeywell To Help Restore Safe Drinking Water
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an agreement with Honeywell International Inc. that funds construction of groundwater treatment
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APWA’s Hurricane Helene Response
The American Public Works Association expresses support for those affected by Hurricane Helene and offers resources to aid in disaster
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63rd Street Waterline Replacement Project Completion Expected Fall 2025
The City of Boulder is set to embark on the 63rd Street Waterline Replacement Project, aimed at enhancing the infrastructure
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New Wastewater Treatment Plant Opens in New Mexico
The City of Anthony, New Mexico, is set to enhance its wastewater management capabilities with a new treatment plant funded
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Oregon’s Proposed Wastewater Treatment Transport System
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comments on the City of Redmond’s proposal to expand its wastewater
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A Flood Data Visualization Tool and Suggestions
The ongoing challenge of repeated flooding affects countless communities across the United States, particularly low-income areas and communities of color,
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Guidelines for the Physical Security of Water and Wastewater/Stormwater Utilities From ASCE
The “Guidelines for the Physical Security of Water and Wastewater/Stormwater Utilities,” developed by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE),
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National Wastewater Surveillance Could Prevent Future Pandemics
A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine highlights the critical role of wastewater surveillance in
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EPA Awards $1M in Research Funding for Drinking Water Treatment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a $1 million research grant to Cornwell Research Group to assess and
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U.S. senators from Kansas, Colorado, Arizona introduce bill to unlock funds for water preservation
The Water Project Navigators Act aims to assist states, Native American tribes, and local communities in drought-stricken areas by creating
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Flowing Forward: Addressing America’s Aging Water Infrastructure Challenges
The aging U.S. water infrastructure underscores the need for comprehensive reforms to ensure safe, reliable nationwide water supplies. While U.S.
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Francine Weakens Moving Inland as the Storm Leaves Behind Flooding and Widespread Power Outages
Hurricane Francine caused widespread sewer system issues in Jefferson Parish, as canals remained high and pumping systems struggled to manage
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How U.S. Water Infrastructure Works
According to the Council on Foreign Relations, the U.S. water system is a sprawling, complex series of networks with the
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