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…
USGS PFAS in Tap Water Interactive Map How-To Video
U.S. Geological Survey scientists created an interactive map to help the public better understand the likelihood PFAS is in local tap water. This tool…
US Water Alliance convenes multidisciplinary team to develop greenhouse gas emission guidance for water utilities
Project to provide greenhouse gas accounting framework and consensus-based tool to help meet the water sector’s climate objectives WALNUT CREEK, Calif.,…
Woolpert Awarded $5.4M Contract to Provide Stormwater Management, Compliance Support for SCDOT Statewide
The five-year contract will support the regulation of stormwater quality throughout South Carolina. COLUMBIA, S.C. (Jan. 4, 2024) — The South Carolina Department of Transportation has selected Woolpert to provide compliance services under a five-year, $5.4…
Three Winners Named for The Water Council’s Tech Challenge
Two winners are former accelerator participants Milwaukee, WI, Jan. 3, 2024 – The Water Council is pleased to announce the winners of our fall 2023 Tech Challenge, chosen by our leading participating sponsors to help solve real challenges in the water sector.…
Advanced Drainage Systems Survey: Over Half of Americans Worried About How Their Stormwater is Managed
Devastating weather events drive concerns about infrastructure, sustainability and climate change HILLIARD, OHIO – Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) (“ADS” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions…
NACWA to Issue, “Climate Resiliency in the Balance,” with NYC DEP Commissioner, LA County Sanitation Districts GM
CAN CLEAN WATER UTILITIES HELP MEET CLIMATE CHALLENGES BY 2050? – NEW NACWA REPORT TO SHOW SIZE OF CLIMATE RESILIENCE FEDERAL FUNDING GAP; SUCCESS STORIES IN NYC AND LA IN FOCUS New York City Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner and Los Angeles…
National policy aimed at reducing U.S. greenhouse gases also would improve water quality
The map at left depicts harmful spillover effects in red resulting from wetland restoration in the central Corn Belt without a carbon-pricing policy. The other two maps show how a national carbon policy largely eliminates the spillover effect by imposing two…
NACWA Report: U.S. Clean Water Utilities Make Gains On Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Efforts; Costs will Exceed $360 Billion
Clean Water Sector Leaders from Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts and New York City Department of Environmental Protection Showcase Regional Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Programs in the Fields of Water Reuse, Green Infrastructure, and Decarbonization.…
EBMUD pilot program generates clean energy from water pressure in its water pipelines
In-conduit hydroelectricity generation takes EBMUD a step closer to its goal of being carbon neutral by 2030 OAKLAND – The East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) has partnered with InPipe Energy, a California-based clean energy company, to generate…
