Explainer: Who regulates U.S. drinking water, and how?
Who’s responsible for making sure drinking water is safe? Ultimately, you are. But in the U.S., federal, state and local entities are also involved.
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Federal Water Tap, September 28: Lead and Copper Rule Revision Coming Soon
The Rundown As fires continue to burn in California, the EPA drafts a template for water utilities to handle electric power shutoffs. The USDA announces $268 million for rural water and sewer infrastructure. The EPA’s internal watchdog will audit the agency’s selection process for a water and sewer loan program. The EPA reaches an agreement […]
One Michigan County Tells the Story of a Nation Plagued By Water Pollution
Farms housing thousands of animals are one of several sources contaminating the Pine River and dividing a mid-Michigan community.
HotSpots H2O: Refugees Left Without Water, Supplies After Moria Camp Burns on Lesbos
The largest refugee camp in Europe caught fire earlier this month, destroying most of the camp and leaving an estimated 12,000 residents homeless and without water, basic hygiene, and food.
Federal Water Tap, September 14: Regulator Warns of Climate Risk in Financial System
The Rundown A financial regulator warns of climate risk and advocates for a carbon price. The Senate failed to pass a pandemic relief package. NOAA forecasters say that La Niña conditions have developed. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service releases a draft assessment of Oklahoma City’s plan to minimize harm to an endangered beetle while […]
Federal Water Tap, September 8: Satellite Imagery Shows Glacial Lake Growth
The Rundown Researchers detail the global growth of glacial meltwater lakes. The EPA revises an Obama administration rule on polluted wastewater from coal-fired power plants. The EPA forms a new western office to focus on mining cleanups and announces two water pollution-prevention projects along the U.S.-Mexico border. The EPA provides research funding to study PFAS […]
Water Serves Length and Breadth of $1.9 Trillion Texas Economy
Growth in Wet Years, Economic Distress in Dry Ones
Federal Water Tap, August 31: CDC Sets Up National Sewage Surveillance for New Coronavirus
The Rundown CDC arranges a hub for wastewater monitoring for the pandemic response. A USGS study finds urbanization around San Antonio is polluting the Edwards Aquifer. Senate Democrats release a report on climate change and the economy. The USDA issues a final rule for mapping wetlands on farmland, while the EPA extends the deadline for […]
Des Moines River ‘Essentially Unusable’ for Drinking Water due to Algae Toxins
Levels of microcystin in the river have recently been measured more than 10 times higher than the federal recommendation for drinking water.
Pacific Region Prepares for Covid-19 with Water, Nutrition, Sustainability Projects
The Pacific Community and European Union began three new projects today aimed to tackle the impacts of Covid-19 and assist long-term recovery in the Pacific region. The projects will provide immediate support for food and nutrition security across 12 Pacific countries, improve sustainable energy security for the Federated States of Micronesia, and increase access to […]
