$80-million EPA funding targets sewer overflows, stormwater system upgrades
(UI) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced approximately $80 million in funding to support projects addressing sewer overflows and stormwater infrastructure needs across the country.
The funding, provided through the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant program, will be distributed to states for allocation to local communities, Water Online reported. The program is designed to help utilities upgrade systems that capture and manage stormwater, reducing the risk of untreated sewage and pollutants entering waterways.
EPA officials said the investment targets aging and inadequate infrastructure, particularly in communities facing financial constraints. According to Water Online, priority will be given to small and financially distressed communities, which may receive funding without cost-share requirements.
Stormwater runoff remains a major contributor to water pollution and combined sewer overflows during heavy rainfall events. The agency said the funding will support projects aimed at improving system performance, protecting water quality, and enhancing long-term resilience.
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