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Explore the Risk of PFAS in Local Tap Water

February 6, 2024 - in Drinking water, Multimedia, Videos, Water

U.S. Geological Survey scientists created an interactive map to help the public better understand their risk of exposure to PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.” This interactive tool allows you to view data from a recently published USGS study on PFAS…

EPA’s proposed PFAS drinking water standards lauded as an important public health milestone

March 17, 2023 - in Drinking water, Water

Proposed strong standards for key PFAS chemicals will protect health and drinking water of communities nationwide   LANSING - The Great Lakes PFAS…

120Water™ Recognized as Inaugural Partner at First Lead Pipe Removal Summit at White House

February 2, 2023 - in Drinking water, News, Water

Solutions provider expands footprint as more than 2000 utilities nationwide leverage software to manage LCRR compliance   ZIONSVILLE, Ind. – 120Water,…

Study: How to apply lessons from Colorado’s costliest wildfire to drinking water systems

January 26, 2023 - in Drinking water, News, Water

Issue and key research finding Wildfire damage to drinking water systems can significantly delay a community’s economic recovery. The costliest disaster in Colorado’s history, the Marshall Fire of 2021, resulted in more than $2 billion in losses. Six drinking…

Healixa to produce device to create potable water from atmosphere

January 9, 2023 - in Drinking water, News, Products, Water

New York, NY – As many parts of the world continue to struggle with drought, Healixa is about to begin manufacturing a new device that will help provide potable water to people who live in areas with no or limited access to drinkable water. Healixa is set…

South Adams County Water and Sanitation District takes proactive step to treat PFAS, safeguard water supplies

November 15, 2022 - in Drinking water, Water

District hires Brown and Caldwell to design new ion exchange facility to pull contaminants from groundwater supplies  DENVER, Colo., Nov. 15, 2022 — The South Adams County Water and Sanitation District (District) is enhancing its water treatment process…

Optimization of Aqsur’s water treatment plants in municipalities in the Atlántico Sur Department

September 14, 2022 - in Drinking water, News, Water

The initiatives implemented in Aguas del Sur del Atlántico have resulted in savings of up to 42% in the operations of some plants, benefits in terms of sustainability and an increase of 99% in the water supply network. Municipalities such as Campo de la Cruz,…

Video: Groundwater – Making the Invisible Visible

March 21, 2022 - in Drinking water, Multimedia, Videos, Water

Water is one of the most precious resources on earth and together, we need to make sure that every drop counts.

Consumer Reports & Guardian U.S. Find Concerning Levels Of PFAS In Drinking Water In More Than One-Third of Samples & Measurable Levels Of Lead & Arsenic Across U.S.

April 1, 2021 - in Drinking water, News, Water

CR Calls For Stronger Drinking Water Standards To Protect Public Health And Offers Advice On How To Test And Treat Your Own Water  YONKERS, NY – A joint investigation by Consumer Reports and the Guardian US news organization of the nation’s drinking…

DuPont Awarded Grant from Singapore’s National Water Agency to Increase Sustainability of Desalination for Clean Water

March 3, 2021 - in Drinking water, News, Water

Closed Circuit Reverse Osmosis (CCRO) Technology to reduce energy requirements of desalination systems by 15 percent   WILMINGTON, Del., March 3, 2021 — DuPont (NYSE:DD) has been awarded a three-year, $1.3 million USD grant from PUB, Singapore’s National…