Lead Service Line Replacement Accelerators Initiative Announced
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides $15 billion through the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Drinking Water State Revolving Fund in the
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Water
Interior Department Initiates Significant Action to Protect Colorado River System
The U.S. Department of the Interior has initiated action to protect the Colorado River System’s resources. According to the U.S.
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Taking Advantage of a Flood of New Infrastructure Funding
Flooding doesn’t affect communities equally, so mitigation funds must be spread equitably By Erin Aleman In the United States, 99
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California Offers To Reduce Imports of Colorado River Water
Water agencies have offered to reduce California’s water use by 400,000 acre-feet every year through 2026, amounting to 9% of
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California Department of Water Resources – New Water Year Amid Preparations for Continued Drought
Running from October 1st to September 30th, California’s official water year, the 12-month timeframe is used by water managers to compile
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Aging Infrastructure is a Risk to Drinking Water Supply
Jackson’s water crisis reveals much deeper issues caused by lack of funding and disinvestment in critical aging infrastructure. By Yvonne
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EPA Announces $315M WIFIA Loan to Increase Water Treatment Capacity and Reduce Emerging Contaminants
Across the nation, there are 92 WIFIA loans financing $34 billion in water infrastructure upgrades, thus creating over 103,000 jobs.
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House Appropriators Eye as Much as $200M for Jackson Water Crisis
As much as $200 million is being eyes by the house to aid in the Jackson Miss. water crisis. According
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Delivery of Water Infrastructure Funding to 18 States
Funding for infrastructure improvements announced for 18 states. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allocates
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Water Crisis Shows a Bigger Climate Casualty
150,000 Jackson, Miss., residents were under a boil water notice even before heavy rainfall and river flooding overwhelmed the system
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An Abundance of Funding is Flowing for Water Infrastructure Projects
The federal emphasis on water safety has permeated state and local governments By Mary Scott Nabers As public officials throughout
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Feds Press Western States to Cut Colorado River Dependence
Western states will be receiving less water beginning 2023. Infrastructure investments made will help boost supplies, as well as resilience
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A Call for ACTION
Configuring GIS for Environmental Asset Management and Public Engagement By Shawnetta Grandberry The Clean Water Act requires municipalities across the
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Deadline Looms for Drought-Stricken States To Cut Water Use
As the banks of the Colorado River become mere rock caked with mud, it is clear that the Western U.S.
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EPA Issues Guidance to Help Communities Locate Lead Pipes that can Contaminate Drinking Water
The Biden-Harris Administration’s Lead Pipe and Paint Action Plan will provide communities and water utilities with guidance to help identify
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IIJA Flows with Goodness for Wastewater Public Works Professionals
What’s available and how to secure IIJA funding to benefit communities By Stan Brown The arrival of the Infrastructure Investment
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Maine Receives Funding to Improve Infrastructure
Maine has received more that $2 million to harden infrastructure and improve resilience against the effect of climate change; funds
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Curse or Blessing?
Key water trends around water infrastructure By Chris Frahm Reflecting on the subject at hand, the well-known idiom considered a
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Water Affordability Affects Low-Income U.S. Communities
Poor and minority communities are at risk of losing access to affordable drinking water as the costs of upgrading aging
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A Major Reservoir Has Hit its Peak for the Year at Just Over Half Full
Lake Oroville, the largest state reservoir in California provides water to 27 million Californians just hit its peak at half
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EPA Announces New Drinking Water Health Advisories for PFAS Chemicals
Four drinking water health advisories for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were out in place by the Environmental Protection Agency
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Water Security is Now a Key U.S. Foreign Policy Priority
By 2030, almost half of the nation will experience severe water stress. The government is now approaching water scarcity as
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Biden Administration Positions U.S. as a Leader Against Water Scarcity
The federal government’s new Action Plan on Global Water Security aims to increase universal access to clean drinking water, as well
Read moreThe Signing Of The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was Historic
Our work is just getting started By Radhika Fox The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law recognizes how essential water is to public
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New Project Provides City with Contingency Plan
Water: an eternal vital resource, and an unavoidable necessity in times of emergency By Hanna Heiss On the verge of
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Mayor Garcetti Announces New Water Restrictions For LADWP Customers
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power announced that it is moving into phase three of its emergency water
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The Signing Of The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was Historic
Our work is just getting started By Radhika Fox The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law recognizes how essential water is to public
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Preparing for Drought
Phoenix’s Drought Pipeline Project By Troy Hayes The current megadrought in the southwest has forced cities to take extraordinary steps
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Risk Reduction Through Long-Term Water Supply Planning
Lubbock’s 100-year water supply plan. By Aubrey Spear The April 2022 release of the U.S. Drought Monitor map indicates that
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Vergennes Water & Waste Disposal Project Funded by USDA
USDA invests $17.5 million in the Vergennes water and waste disposal project. According to Vermont Biz, improvements will include an
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What’s Next for Defending Critical Infrastructure?
As tensions between the U.S. and Russian remain, so does the threat of potential cyber attacks targeting U.S. critical infrastructure.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Additional Infrastructure Funding for Ports and Waterways
The Biden-Harris Administration will be investing more than $2.7 billion in funding for Army Corps projects. Such projects will focus
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EPA grants $52 million for drinking water, wastewater infrastructure improvements
SEATTLE — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it will help fund Washington’s $22 million plan for key drinking water
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U.S. Coast Guard Releases Spending Plan for Infrastructure Bill Funding
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) released a spending plan for funding received from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
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The Water Environment Federation Stormwater Institute
Stormwater Infrastructure in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act By Steve Dye The Water Environment Federation (WEF) Stormwater Institute (SWI)
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SBP Releases $450,000 In Grant Funding To Nonprofits Rebuilding In Hurricane Ida Impacted Communities
Nine nonprofits will work across Orleans, St. John, St. James, LaFourche, Tangipahoa, Jefferson, Plaquemines and Terrebonne Parishes. NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 14,
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Infrastructure Bill to Aid US Tribes with Water, Plumbing
For decades, Native Americans have felt neglected by the government. Many tribes have inadequate plumbing and some even lack indoor
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The Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Size Increases
Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Size is estimated is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% during
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Renewable Energy, Microgrids and Conservation
A step toward climate resilience in the water and energy sectors. By Ryan Waterman If you are in the business
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Bipartisan Solutions for Water Infrastructure
Congress and the White House must find a bipartisan solution on water infrastructure legislation. By Evan Pratt As the debate
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Cash Flow to Keep the Water Flowing
EPA invites communities to apply for innovative, flexible water infrastructure financing. By Andrew Sawyers In communities across the nation, drinking
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Solving Water Supply Woes
The Pure Water Monterey Groundwater Replenishment Project helps Monterey County combat limited, local water resources. By Brian Alvarado Photos Courtesy
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2021: Water Infrastructure’s Moment
The stars are aligning for 2021 to be a historic year for water infrastructure investment By Scott Berry Water is
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Water Infrastructure and Real-Time Monitoring
By Suad Cisic, P.E., National Practice Lead – Water at Michael Baker International and Garrett Yager, P.E., Department Manager –
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Water Infrastructure Funding Announced By EPA
WASHINGTON — Today, at an address to water associations, utilities, and their workers to mark Water Week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Solving the Stormwater Challenge
Stormwater sector survey highlights $8.5 billion annual funding gap By Rebecca Arvin-Colón Municipalities across the U.S. work to maintain stormwater
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Water Resources Bill To Be Pushed Forward By Schumer
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced his intent to push forward on a water resources bill next week.
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Increasing Snowmelt in Winter A Threat to Water Supply
More snow is melting during winter across the West, a concerning trend that could impact everything from ski conditions to
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EPA Announces $67M Funding For Stormwater Management
WASHINGTON (April 1, 2021) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $67 million in grant funding through the
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Congress Must Support Water Utilities and Customers
Coronavirus relief legislation is needed to address significant revenue losses By Charles Stevens The country’s approximately 50,000 drinking water and
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New York City’s Largest Wastewater Plant
The Newtown Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility provides clean water to upwards of 1 million people By Brian Alvarado Built
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Solutions For A 100-Year Problem
The City of Dallas created the Able Pump Station to remedy this issue of its past By Sophia Acevedo Aging
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Six Steps to Better Stormwater Management
Learn tips from a stormwater management expert to improve your process and lessen environmental impact. By Tim Ham While COVID-19
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A Pipeline to Economic Recovery
Investments in water infrastructure would create jobs, raise wages and protect health By Katie Henderson Many Americans are paying closer
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The AI Interview: Diane VanDe Hei, CEO of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies
Executive shares how water investments will assure health and safety of our nation’s communities American Infrastructure: The COVID-19 outbreak has
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Stormwater Solutions in Seattle
The Murray Wet Weather Facility reduces untreated CSOs into Puget Sound By Brian Alvarado For 60 years during heavy rain,
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Minimizing Risk of The Most Important Resource
The Lakes & Stormwater Division of Lakeland ensures safety of its water By Brian Alvarado Water is one of the
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Protecting America’s Water
Remote monitoring helps keep employees safe while mitigating emergencies By Greg Jackson According to the American Water Works Association, with
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Keeping Water Crystal Clear
Oak Harbor Clean Water Facility provides clean water for a better ecosystem The Oak Harbor Clean Water Facility (OHCWF) located
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Planning Your Development’s Stormwater
Requirements for post-construction stormwater management during new and re-development By Richard Haimann Most cities, towns, municipalities, incorporated areas, and some
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U.S. Needs Funding Now to Improve Water Infrastructure
Will Congress be willing to fund billions more for water infrastructure? By Mary Scott Nabers There are thousands of critical
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The AI Interview: Radhika Fox, CEO of the U.S. Water Alliance
Executive shares her insight on the impact of our water infrastructure in today’s society American Infrastructure: Could you tell the
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The AI Interview: Walt Marlowe, Executive Director of the Water Environment Federation
WEF executive director explains why protected clean water is more important now than ever American Infrastructure: The Coronavirus has highlighted
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Protecting Precious Resources in Record Time
New SCV Water treatment facility will help provide clean drinking water to thousands of families a year By Zack Johnston
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Cleaner Water for Texas Citizens
Facility improvements result in bettering citizens’ lives and a smaller environmental impact. Water equals life, and now with droughts and
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Freese and Nichols Expands in Florida with Water Utilities Specialist Tom Cross
TAMPA, Florida – May 7, 2020 – Freese and Nichols, Inc., continues building their Florida team with the addition of
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Iconic Infrastructure: Port of Seattle
For over one hundred years, the Port of Seattle has been the engine driving much of the economic growth of
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The AI Interview: APWA President Bill Spearman, and President-elect Mary Joyce Ivers
The leaders of the American Public Works Association understand the challenges of our time, and see public works as part
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Badger Meter Receives Smart 50 Award for Smart Water Meter Technology Deployment in Columbia, S.C.
MILWAUKEE – Feb. 18, 2020 — Badger Meter, a leading global innovator and manufacturer of flow measurement, control and communications
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Freese and Nichols adds Carl Sepulveda to lead coastal and port projects
HOUSTON – Feb. 18, 2020 – Freese and Nichols, Inc., has expanded its coastal and marine expertise with the addition
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Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow
Tampa is gearing up for increasing environmental challenges with a $2.9 billion, 20-year investment into revitalizing the city’s infrastructure By
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Two Birds, One Road
Not only does the SouthEast Connector save drivers travel time, it will help mitigate flood conditions within the Truckee Meadows
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Opportunity Through Partnerships
Community-based partnership offers infrastructure solutions through stormwater management By Keisha Brown Green infrastructure practices continue to be leveraged across the
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Nature 2.0: Green Infrastructure in 2020
Green infrastructure for healthier and more resilient cities By Erik J. Meyers Approaching the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, cities
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One Piece to the Mooresville Infrastructure Puzzle
An outfall improvement is another step toward solving the sanitary sewer issues of Mooresville, North Carolina. Photos Courtesy of Willis
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