Water
Arcadis, VODA.ai partner to locate, replace underground lead pipes using artificial intelligence
This collaboration supports utilities in complying with the EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule Revision by locating, inventorying, and planning the replacement of hazardous lead water service lines.
Ethiopia, the Netherlands endorse digital twin water management initiative
The Ethiopian SDG6 Water Management initiative aims to reduce non-revenue water, increase water quality, and improve access to water by leveraging digital technology. The solution will measure, report, and verify the outcomes of water management using digital twins in a fully digital and transparent manner.
Officials: No sign of contamination in Philadelphia water
Philadelphia water officials say they have seen no sign of contamination following a chemical spill into the Delaware River in a neighboring county upriver and are confident water in the city system will be unaffected at least well into Tuesday afternoon.
Great Lakes awarded several dredging contracts worth $139 million
The Trujillo Alto Design and Build for the Lago Loiza (Carraízo) Dredging Project includes dredging in the reservoir area, preparation and construction of the work area, and storage and handling of materials.
ACWA applauds California governor’s Executive Order easing drought restrictions
“ACWA also appreciates the governor’s continued emphasis on streamlining the regulatory approval process for critical water infrastructure projects and his commitment to making groundwater recharge a priority," said Executive Director Dave Eggerton.
Texas lawmakers prepare to set aside billions to upgrade state’s aging water system
(UI) — A critical first step was made on March 20 toward advancing legislation that may rebuild Texas' deteriorating water infrastructure and develop new water sources for the state's expanding population. The proposed bills would establish a new Water Supply for Texas Fund, which the Texas Water Development Board would run, to pay for infrastructure improvements and new water projects.
$231 million infrastructure project replaces water mains, sewers in Manhattan, NYC
(UI) — The Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Design and Construction installed 18,000 feet of water mains and replaced over 5,000 feet of sewers for the $231 million infrastructure project.
United Nations: 46% of the world population lacks access to basic water sanitation
The biggest source of pollution is untreated wastewater. “Globally, 80% of wastewater is released to the environment without any treatment, and in many developing countries, it’s pretty much 99%.”
Gradiant acquires water and wastewater management company MPES
(UI) — Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has announced that it has acquired Muscat Projects & Engineering Services (MPES), a leading full-service water and wastewater management company in Oman.
Alabama governor approves plan for $660 million in funding for water, sewer, broadband upgrades
Alabama lawmakers gave final approval on March 16 to a spending plan to use $1 billion in federal coronavirus funds largely on a mix of water and sewer infrastructure, broadband expansion and reimbursements to health care providers hit financially by the pandemic.
Storms end Southern California water restrictions for 7 million residents
California’s 11th atmospheric river left the storm-soaked state with a bang Wednesday, bringing flooded roadways, landslides and toppled trees to the southern part of the state as well as drought-busting rainfall that meant the end of water restrictions for nearly 7 million people.
Michigan declines to charge former governor for Flint water scandal
Snyder was governor in 2014 when Flint, under state management, began using the Flint River as a water source. But unlike the previous supply, the water wasn’t treated to reduce the impact on old pipes, unleashing lead throughout the city.
ACWA supports California Governor’s order to increase groundwater recharge opportunities
“By using floodwater to recharge depleted groundwater basins, we improve our resilience during dry years and relieve pressure on our flood control infrastructure," said Dave Eggerton, ACWA's Executive Director.
BioLargo’s PFAS water treatment technology meets EPA’s proposed drinking water standards
BioLargo’s PFAS treatment technology, the Aqueous Electrostatic Concentrator, has been proven in multiple case studies to reduce each of the six PFAS chemicals targeted by the EPA’s new drinking water standards to below their respective limits of detection, meeting the EPA’s proposed limits.
Washington Water Service finalizes acquisition of Bethel Greenacres Water Association
(UI) — Following approval by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) in February 2023, Washington Water Service—a subsidiary of California Water Service Group—has closed the acquisition of Bethel Greenacres Water Association’s water system assets.
Buffalo Sewer Authority saves $145 million, cuts pollution with smart sewer technology
A collaboration with global water technology leader Xylem, the project recently won an IWA (International Water Association) award for transforming Buffalo’s sewer network by automatically redirecting excess rainwater to underused parts of its system to prevent overflows.
Alabama House approves $660 million in funding for water, sewer, broadband upgrades
The Alabama House on Tuesday advanced a plan to use the state’s final $1 billion in federal pandemic relief funds mostly on a mix of water and sewer infrastructure, broadband expansion and health care reimbursements.
EPA to limit toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed the first federal limits on harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.
Las Vegas water agency seeks power to limit residential use
State lawmakers on Monday are scheduled to discuss granting the power to limit what comes out of residents’ taps to the Southern Nevada Water Authority, the agency managing the Colorado River supply to the city. If lawmakers approve the bill, Nevada would be the first state to give a water agency permanent jurisdiction over the amount of residential use.
Mississippi lawmakers stop effort to take over Jackson water
Mississippi lawmakers are giving up on an effort to create a state-dominated board to oversee the troubled water system in the state’s capital city.
Much of Florida Keys loses water pressure after main break
Much of the Florida Keys lost water pressure after a water main broke, blocking traffic along the main roadway on the chain of islands and forcing businesses to close early. It was the third time a water main broke in the past week in the Florida Keys.
TEPCO to select water treatment proposals for radioactive water
The water to be treated comes from the Advanced Liquid Processing System. This system removes the main radioactive isotopes present in the radioactive water, with the exception of tritium, which is stored in tanks.
House GOP votes to overturn Biden administration’s water protection rule
House Republicans used the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to block recently enacted executive-branch regulations. The measure now heads to the Senate, where Republicans hope to attract Democratic senators wary of Biden’s environmental policies.
Governor Polis signs proposal to fund 60 drinking water projects across Colorado
(UI) — The state of Colorado will now be providing funding for about 60 drinking water projects across the state, according to legislation that was signed last month by Governor Jared Polis.
Alabama to spend $400 million in funding on water, sewer infrastructure; $260 million on broadband
Alabama will spend the remaining $1 billion of its pandemic relief funds largely on a mixture of water and sewer infrastructure, broadband expansion and healthcare reimbursements, under a bill introduced Wednesday.
EPA rejects Texas claim that new water rule leads to “regulatory uncertainty”
“Plaintiffs’ claims of harm are premised on either a complete disregard for the Rule’s similarity to the status quo they seek to maintain,” the Environmental Protection Agency said.
EPA awards another $2.4 billion to states for water infrastructure projects
he EPA has awarded over an additional $2 billion to various states from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for clean water projects, according to Engineering News-Record.
Maricopa County rejects city plan to restore community’s water
Supervisor Tom Galvin called the plan to bring the water supply back for Rio Verde Foothills “bureaucracy at its worst."
Shawcor acquires stormwater products provider to expand stormwater management solutions
Shawcor Ltd. has acquired the assets of Triton Stormwater Solutions, a privately owned provider of highly engineered, lightweight, composite materials-based underground infiltration chamber products, used primarily within stormwater management solutions.
Biden administration to require states report on water system cybersecurity threats
The Environmental Protection Agency said public water systems are increasingly at risk from cyberattacks that amount to a threat to public health.
- 290-mile gas pipeline expansion proposed across Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina
- City of Albuquerque halts fiber optic construction in response to damage, complaints
- $227 million Garnet Valley water project advances, set to create 73,000 jobs in Nevada
- Pasadena, Calif., undergrounding project could take 500 years to finish
- Construction underway for $1.4 billion, 60-mile water pipeline in Chicago
- Gehl and Mustang offer world’s largest skid loader
- Growing Pains and Gains
- Authorities investigating trench collapse that killed worker in Ashburn, Va.
- City of Albuquerque halts fiber optic construction in response to damage, complaints
- Pasadena, Calif., undergrounding project could take 500 years to finish