A new report from the California State Water Resources Control Board reveals that 613 public water systems are at risk of failing, affecting communities across nearly every county in the state.
Boil water advisories have been issued in several states, including Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, and Texas, due to waterline breaks and operational disruptions, emphasizing the need for immediate precautionary measures.
Researchers have developed a promising ultrasound technology to effectively remove harmful PFAS from products and water supplies, offering a potential solution to a major environmental challenge.
The petition is focused on the initial EPA PFAS rule that was issued April 26, 2024, and that sets drinking water standards for PFAS substances of from 4.0 parts per trillion to 10 parts per trillion for PFOA, PFOS, PFNA, PFHxS, and HFPO-DA (also known as “GenX Chemicals”).
The EPA says the proposed WSRAR would create a framework for states and PWSs to evaluate and implement restructuring alternatives for systems in chronic noncompliance.
The Joint Economic Committee's fact sheet emphasizes groundwater's vital role in the U.S. economy, outlines major threats, and highlights federal efforts to safeguard this essential resource.
The desalination project in Playas de Rosarito, Baja California, could help the community access fresh water and live healthier lives. In an area that often suffers from water-related illnesses, this transition could be revolutionary.
The EPA has issued a nationwide alert urging immediate upgrades to cybersecurity measures for water utilities after revealing significant vulnerabilities that could jeopardize the nation's drinking water supply.
REGENESIS, a leader in environmental remediation technologies, has won Fast Company's 2024 World Changing Ideas Award for its innovative PlumeStop technology, which offers an effective solution to the escalating global challenge of PFAS groundwater contamination.
The House of Representatives introduced a new bill that provides protection from lawsuits for PFAS contamination for water system entities that are ‘passive receivers' of PFAS.