Articles by J.J. Smith

The federal agency responsible for cutting costs and risks in geothermal development is offering $3 million in prize money for a competition. 

The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) has announced a $19 million grant program to establish regional partnerships in the geothermal industry.

The House Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held a hearing to look at three proposed bills focused on western water issues like conservation efforts to support the Colorado River basin.

To help the utilities decide which method is best for them, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) held a webinar last month to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of internal or external PFAS testing.

The IRS has finalized new rules on energy tax credits for geothermal heat pump (GHP) systems, clarifying eligibility requirements for system owners.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is asking the public to comment on a draft risk assessment examining the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in “biosolids”.

The EPA has withdrawn a proposed rule on water quality standards for Indian reservations, sparking mixed reactions from tribes regarding its impact on sovereignty.

On Jan. 6, 2025, EPA announced the final rule regulating nine PFAS, or 'forever chemical,' substances.

Three draft documents designed guide professionals in protecting human health from three per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

EPA says it will consider all the comments received and, if appropriate, amend the ICR for the DWINSA.