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2019 Preview: U.S. Government Water Policy
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Discover what to watch for in 2019 in U.S. government water policy
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Michigan Local Health Authorities Wary of Septic Bill Mandates Without Funding
Health departments do not currently have staff to carry out the bill’s orders, local officials say.
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EPA Watchdog Flags Unregulated Pollutants in Treated Sewage Sludge
An undermanned EPA is potentially failing to protect human health and the environment from hundreds of pollutants in treated sewage sludge
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Counting Homes Cut Off From Water Is A Data Collection Nightmare
California utilities revolt against state attempt for more water shutoff information.
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2018 Election: Voters Reject Stricter Rules for Oil, Gas, and Mining
Water protections and spending were at stake in state and local ballot initiatives.
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Tough Water Decisions in 2018 Election Initiatives
Voters will decide on infrastructure spending, oil and gas development, and salmon habitat protection.
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Michigan PFAS by the numbers: How much is unsafe?
Confusion runs rampant about PFAS dangers. The federal government and states can’t agree on how much is unsafe for states. Here’s a primer on what’s known so far.
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Speaking of Water – World Water Week With Torgny Holmgren
Torgny Holmgren discusses the latest water news, global water challenges,
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2017 Was Deadliest Year for Environmental Activists
Latin America, the most dangerous region for land and water defenders,…
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In Flint Water Crisis, EPA’s Friendly Relationship with State Regulators Delayed Use of Legal Authority
Despite warning signs, federal authorities were slow to act in Flint, the agency’s internal watchdog says.
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A Decade After Barcelona’s Water Emergency, Drought Still Stalks Spain
Precipitation in 2017 was scarce, plunging Spain into its worst drought since 2008.
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Water Access In Lima Complicated by Inequality and Climate Uncertainty
Lima, Peru, is at high risk for water shortages.