Water Asset Management
New Jersey American Water invests $520 million in 2024 infrastructure upgrades
New Jersey American Water invested more than $520 million in water and wastewater system upgrades across its service areas in 2024, the company announced on Feb. 20.
SAERTEX multiCom achieves two sustainability rehabilitation milestones
Sustainability is an integral part of the corporate culture at SAERTEX multiCom and embedded in its DNA. Trenchless pipe rehabilitation using SAERTEX-LINERS makes a valuable contribution to protecting the precious resource of drinking water.
Garney, Ferguson join sewer and water funding firm as strategic investors
PERENfra has announced the launch of Perennial Infrastructure Fund I™, a private investment fund focused on core water infrastructure assets. The Fund has brought in two strategic investors: Garney Equity Holdings and Ferguson Ventures.
Lynchburg, Va., expanding sewer access, upgrading waterlines in Richland Hills and College Hill
Construction is underway on two major utility projects in Lynchburg: the Richland Hills Sewer Extension Project and the Sixth & Madison Utility Improvements Project in College Hill. The upgrades aim to improve water service, sewer access, and stormwater management for residents.
Wisconsin to invest $145 million in PFAS cleanup for municipal water systems
Gov. Tony Evers has announced a $145 million initiative as part of his 2025-27 Executive Budget to combat PFAS contamination, protect families from harmful water pollutants, and improve access to clean drinking water across Wisconsin.
Jacobs to design PFAS removal upgrades for Boynton Beach, Fla., water treatment plants
The two plants, with a combined treatment capacity of 30 million gallons per day, provide drinking water to more than 112,000 residents. In addition to PFAS removal, the project will replace aging infrastructure and address the city’s increasing water demands.
Water, sewer rates to increase in Republic, Mo. to cover infrastructure upgrades
According to KY3 News, water and sewer rates are expected to increase for Republic, Mo., residents. The water rate increases will benefit the city’s water infrastructure, while the sewer rate increases will help pay off part of the $50 million state loan used for upgrades to the city’s wastewater treatment plant.
League City, Texas, allocates $184 million for water system upgrades
League City is investing $184.42 million in water system improvements and $123.68 million in wastewater upgrades as part of its FY2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
Governor Abbott pushes major water infrastructure investment for Texas
Governor Greg Abbott is prioritizing water infrastructure investment as an emergency item, aiming to secure the state's water supply for future growth.
Newark resolves water crisis with service line replacement program
(UI) — As evidence mounted in the 1970s and 1980s about the detrimental effects of lead on the nervous system, Congress banned the use of lead in water pipes in 1986. By 1991, federal regulators began requiring water authorities to monitor lead levels in drinking water.
Arkansas governor announces $66.5 million in funding for water, wastewater projects
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced an additional $66.5 million in financial assistance for water and wastewater projects for eight entities. The projects serve more than 60,594 Arkansans in eight counties.
Pennsylvania American Water begins $1.3 million water line project in Ashley
Pennsylvania American Water has begun a $1.3 million project to upgrade more than 5,000 feet of aging water main in Ashley, Pennsylvania.
American Water, Calgon Carbon finalize agreement to support PFAS treatment in 10 states
American Water and Calgon Carbon have announced the signing of a nine-year exclusive supply contract providing granular activated carbon, equipment and reactivation services to more than 50 sites across 10 states to treat PFAS in drinking water.
EPA approves $319 million loan for drinking water upgrades in Portland, Ore.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $319 million loan under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) to help the City of Portland enhance its drinking water system.
$31.5 million improvement project completed at Jerseyville water treatment plant
Major upgrades and improvements were completed this fall at Illinois American Water’s water treatment plant in Jerseyville. The transition to the new water treatment plant is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to maintaining the reliability and safety of the water provided to Jerseyville.
ICC approves new rates for Illinois American Water, backing over $550M in infrastructure investments
The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) issued an order Thursday approving new water and wastewater base rates for Illinois American Water, driven primarily by $557 million in capital investments in 2024 and 2025.
Aquasight launches digital twin solutions for water, wastewater infrastructure management
MassDEP's endorsement of ACE™, combined with the accessibility of AWS Marketplace, allows municipalities to leverage trusted, AI-driven solutions to tackle water and wastewater management challenges while achieving regulatory compliance.
Missouri DNR awards $640M loan for St. Louis wastewater system improvements – largest in state history
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $640 million low-interest loan to the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for upgrades to its wastewater system.
SCV Water secures funding to build 12-inch pipeline for LARC Ranch, Lily of the Valley in Calif.
Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency (SCV Water) has finalized plans to deliver a long-awaited, permanent water supply to LARC Ranch and Lily of the Valley Mobile Village, bringing much-needed relief to the Bouquet Canyon area.
NV5 secures $14 million in Southern California municipal infrastructure contracts
The company’s work will focus on supporting municipalities in areas like engineering and water resources, with an emphasis on sustainable water management practices.
$50 million investment in Mojave groundwater project in California expands 30 million acre-feet storage
(UI) — Cadiz Inc. and the Lytton Rancheria of California have signed a Letter of Intent for Lytton to invest up to $50 million in the company's groundwater banking project in the Mojave Desert.
California’s Ukiah Valley Water Authority expands with Willow County Water District
Formed earlier this year, the joint powers authority now oversees water services for 9,100 connections across the Greater Ukiah Valley, including Millview County Water District, Redwood Valley County Water District, and the City of Ukiah.
Illinois American Water completes $8.4 million Metro East wastewater system acquisition
Illinois American Water has completed its $8.4 million acquisition of the wastewater system of the Metro East Sanitary District (MESD). The wastewater system acquisition includes the Eagle Park and Lansdowne wastewater systems and adds approximately 5,600 customers to the company’s footprint in the Metro East area near St. Louis.
Cadiz to reuse steel from terminated Keystone XL pipeline for California groundwater project
(UI) — Cadiz Inc. announced plans to acquire 180 miles of steel pipe from the terminated Keystone XL Pipeline, repurposing the materials for a new water delivery pipeline.
Jacobs advances LA groundwater replenishment with new basin project
The basins will ensure a steady supply of treated water, which will be purified for reuse in groundwater replenishment. The basins are a key component of the Los Angeles Groundwater Replenishment Project, which is essential to increasing the city’s sustainable water supply.
Indiana American Water completes $45 million acquisition of Silver Creek Water
The transaction expands the utility’s service area to approximately 8,000 new customers in Silver Creek and Carr Townships in Clark County, and New Albany Township in Floyd County, located in southern Indiana.
EPA announces $3.6 billion investment in water infrastructure
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.6 billion in funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) to upgrade water infrastructure and ensure community safety.
Sugar Land, Texas, moves forward with $6.5 million drainage upgrades in Sugar Creek
The Sugar Land City Council has approved a $6.5 million construction project for the second phase of drainage improvements in the Sugar Creek subdivision.
Clean water access expands for western tribal communities with new federal funding
The Department of the Interior announced an $82 million investment to improve access to clean drinking water for Tribal communities across the western United States.
Illinois American Water invests $34 million in Alton water and wastewater upgrades
Illinois American Water is ramping up its investment in water and wastewater infrastructure in the Alton District, committing over $34 million in the past two years.
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