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Forum Targets Basic Water Needs in Appalachia
Forum Targets Basic Water Needs in Appalachia
Blogs
July 27, 2016
Yes, in the year 2016, there are citizens living in the US where raw sewage runs directly into streams.
Keeping Waterways Clean By Offering a Second Chance
Keeping Waterways Clean By Offering a Second Chance
Online Exclusives
July 26, 2016
AmeriCorps program creates jobs and plays an integral role in Philadelphia’s ambitious Green City, Clean Waters initiative.
How an Earthquake Affected Napa’s Water Mains
How an Earthquake Affected Napa’s Water Mains
Videos
July 25, 2016
In 2014, the city of Napa, California, experienced a 6.0 magnitude earthquake, which caused about a year’s worth of water main breaks in just six days.
Disaster Preparation Ongoing in Vulnerable Northern California
Disaster Preparation Ongoing in Vulnerable Northern California
Online Exclusives
July 25, 2016
San Francisco Bay Area water utilities look to tap into an aquifer 500 feet underground to back up surface water sources in the event of an emergency.
News Briefs: Border Town Receives Funding for New Lift Station
News Briefs: Border Town Receives Funding for New Lift Station
Online Exclusives
July 21, 2016
In this week’s news briefs, a New Mexico city will replace an outdated lift station following an agreement with the Border Environmental Cooperation Commission, and a Georgia county settles a stormwater lawsuit for $150,000.
Celebrating 10 Years of WaterSense
Celebrating 10 Years of WaterSense
Blogs
July 20, 2016
Conserving water is more important now than ever.
California Collections Systems Recognized
Online Exclusives
July 20, 2016
Annual awards program acknowledges outstanding achievement and seeks to improve the professional status of all wastewater workers.
Water and Wastewater Education Listing: July 2016
Water and Wastewater Education Listing: July 2016
Online Exclusives
July 19, 2016
Looking for education opportunities in the water and wastewater industry? Check out this updated listing of upcoming events from around the country.
10 Reasons Why Utilities Ignore Non-Revenue Water
10 Reasons Why Utilities Ignore Non-Revenue Water
Blogs
July 19, 2016
Why are agency's not flocking to examine water loss?
Photos: Flash Flooding Cuts Off Wisconsin City
Photos: Flash Flooding Cuts Off Wisconsin City
Online Exclusives
July 14, 2016
State of Emergency declared as officials continue to assess the damage
News Briefs: Baltimore Water Main Breaks Down 40 Percent
News Briefs: Baltimore Water Main Breaks Down 40 Percent
Online Exclusives
July 14, 2016
In this week’s news briefs, the city of Baltimore says proactive maintenance has led to a significant reduction in water main breaks, and the state of Alabama sues Dothan over sewer overflows.
Cleveland Trumps Up Infrastructure Ahead of GOP Convention
Cleveland Trumps Up Infrastructure Ahead of GOP Convention
Online Exclusives
July 14, 2016
With one of the biggest events of 2016 rolling into town, the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District saw an opportunity to showcase infrastructure. Here’s how the district greened up the city just in time for the Republican National Convention.
Federal Funds Aimed at Protecting the Potomac Watershed
Federal Funds Aimed at Protecting the Potomac Watershed
Online Exclusives
July 13, 2016
EPA awards $2.7 million in grants to help communities control stormwater runoff and improve water conservation.
US Municipal Infrastructure Forecast Reaches $532 Billion
US Municipal Infrastructure Forecast Reaches $532 Billion
Online Exclusives
July 12, 2016
Although capital expenditures are predicted to rebound, a significant decrease in federal funding for water utilities passes the burden onto states and municipalities.
It’s Gold, Baby! Operations Superstars Win in Germany
It’s Gold, Baby! Operations Superstars Win in Germany
Online Exclusives
July 12, 2016
An all-star operations team shares what it was like to compete in Germany. Turns out things aren't so different worldwide when it comes to water.
Florida Declares Algae Emergency
Florida Declares Algae Emergency
Online Exclusives
July 11, 2016
Official calls the toxic bloom the worst she's ever seen
News Briefs: Flash Flooding Washes Away Sewer Pipes
News Briefs: Flash Flooding Washes Away Sewer Pipes
Online Exclusives
July 07, 2016
In this week’s news briefs, a construction crew in Missouri scrambles to retrieve several pipes that were carried downstream from a job site, and Milwaukee renews the nation’s largest wastewater contract.
Colorful Messages Raise Awareness of Stormwater Pollution
Colorful Messages Raise Awareness of Stormwater Pollution
Online Exclusives
July 06, 2016
Utility hopes vibrant displays will help keep pollutants out of San Francisco Bay
NYC Combined Sewer Overflow Tank Receives Federal Approval
NYC Combined Sewer Overflow Tank Receives Federal Approval
Online Exclusives
July 06, 2016
The agreement between the city of New York and the EPA secures the design, size and location of an 8-million-gallon combined sewage and stormwater overflow retention tank.
City Workers Pull Puppy From Sewer
City Workers Pull Puppy From Sewer
Online Exclusives
July 05, 2016
Water superintendent calls challenging four-hour rescue more rewarding than a typical day's work