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The Rundown A federal wildfire commission highlights the need to protect water supplies from high-severity fires. The White House issues a disaster declaration for saltwater intrusion in Louisiana. GAO report details earmark spending in fiscal year 2023. EPA allocates funds to train workers for water sector jobs. EPA watchdog questions the agency’s handling of Great […]
A rise in ‘monster’ fracking in the United States depletes millions of gallons of water from drying aquifers.
The Biden administration, reversing a Trump-era policy, reaffirmed state and tribal authority to protect waterways from energy developments.
The Rundown Interagency working group recommends changes to federal mining laws. EPA drinking water infrastructure report to Congress includes new data on lead service lines. CDC researchers use wastewater to track influenza and RSV. NOAA expects El Niño to extend at least through March 2024. Senate hearings this week on drought and water, and tribal […]
The Rundown EPA and Army Corps revise the protected wetlands definition to align with the U.S. Supreme Court’s Sackett decision. White House advisory group recommends a federal Department of Water. EPA approves an on-site wastewater treatment facility for the East Palestine train derailment cleanup. Federal transportation regulator considers defining when pipeline accidents cause “significant injury […]
Drought and demand for french fries are pushing commercial and private growers to exceed Minnesota irrigation limits, causing groundwater shortages.
The Rundown The Department of Energy funds research for using oilfield wastewater to produce hydrogen. The EPA Office of the Inspector General says the agency needs clearer guidance on calculating cumulative impacts of pollution. When Congress returns next month, the farm bill will be top of the agenda. A bill in Congress would reform a […]
By Lester Graham, Michigan Radio – August 4, 2023 The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan; Circle of Blue; Great Lakes Now at Detroit Public Television; and Michigan Radio, Michigan’s NPR News Leader; who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on the Great Lakes and drinking water. This […]
The Three Ages of Water looks back at history to write a prescription for tomorrow.
Discussing the past and future of water.
Lead pipes replaced but residents struggle with high water bills By Vlada Sukhanovskaya – Circle of Blue – August 21, 2023 Benton Harbor residents have been inundated with challenges facing their water system for years. Lead in pipes. Ineffective corrosion treatment. Threats of water shut-offs. Piled one on top of another. Some relief is at […]
The Rundown EPA investigates alleged discrimination by California’s top water regulator. The EPA has until August 15 to respond to a lawsuit to strengthen water pollution standards for large-scale animal feedlots. The White House designates more than 917,000 acres near the Grand Canyon as a national monument. DOE to develop a “gold star” rating program […]
