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Report: Clean Water State Revolving Funds Will Create 500,000 New Jobs

Report: Clean Water State Revolving Funds Will Create 500,000 New Jobs

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Research predicts economic impacts of federal SRF funding on labor income, job creation and federal tax revenue

Water and Wastewater Education Listing - May 2016

Water and Wastewater Education Listing - May 2016

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Looking for education opportunities in the water and wastewater industry? Check out this updated listing of upcoming events from around the country.

Partners Play Crucial Role in Utility’s Emergency Response

Partners Play Crucial Role in Utility’s Emergency Response

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When Columbia, South Carolina, got hit with historic flooding, private contractors, manufacturers and distributors pitched in to lend a helping hand

USDA Funding Helps Rural Utility Rehabilitate Water Infrastructure

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Pascoag Utility District awarded $2.4 million in loans and grants through the USDA Rural Development's Water and Environmental program

WERF and WateReuse Research Foundation Announce Merger

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Together, the foundations will advance the concept of One Water, which recognizes the value of all water, wastewater and stormwater.

News Briefs: FBI Investigating Former Water District Employee

News Briefs: FBI Investigating Former Water District Employee

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In this week’s news briefs, a former Las Vegas Valley Water District employee admits to $4.5M in fraudulent purchases, and the City of Abilene is increasing security measures after thieves steal pumps and pipeline inspection equipment.

Water Agencies Rally to Educate Public About Critical Infrastructure

Water Agencies Rally to Educate Public About Critical Infrastructure

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Infrastructure Week 2016 provides a platform to address the nation's deferred maintenance crisis and highlight the lack of investment in aging infrastructure

Historic Water Delivery System Goes Online

Historic Water Delivery System Goes Online

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One of the largest water projects ever in the western United States started serving customers April 28

10 Attributes of Effectively Managed Water Utilities

10 Attributes of Effectively Managed Water Utilities

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Water organizations lay the framework for a utility's path to effective and sustainable operations

Aquifer Recharge Efforts Ramp Up During Rainy Season

Aquifer Recharge Efforts Ramp Up During Rainy Season

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El Niño and new state laws create a storm of aquifer activity in California

New Jersey Receives $70M for Water Infrastructure Projects

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Low-interest loans will help officials upgrade wastewater and drinking water systems statewide.

Wastewater Utilities Encouraged to Apply for Recognition Program

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Utility of the Future Today program celebrates the progress and exceptional performance of our nation’s wastewater utilities

News Briefs: Sewer Worker, Driver Killed in Crash

News Briefs: Sewer Worker, Driver Killed in Crash

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In this week’s news, a 23-year-old sewer worker dies in a traffic accident, officials in Florida celebrate the opening of a $32M water reclamation facility and the Lansing Board of Water and Light says it was the victim of a cyber attack.

California-Nevada Section AWWA Awards Scholarships

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Six students pursuing a drinking-water-related career will be recognized at the organization's annual fall conference in San Diego.

Fish Clog Dry Hydrant

Fish Clog Dry Hydrant

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Firefighters in Nova Scotia investigate how dozens of fish got through a hydrant’s strainers.

News Briefs: Governor Responds to Calls to Drink Flint Water

News Briefs: Governor Responds to Calls to Drink Flint Water

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In this week’s news briefs, Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder vows to drink Flint water for at least a month, Boston expands its lead service line replacement program, and two water projects in Southern California earn international acclaim.

Product News: April 27, 2016

Product News: April 27, 2016

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Browse the latest products exclusively for the municipal sewer and water industry

Water Utility Leaders Urge Congress to Fund Water Infrastructure Renewal

Water Utility Leaders Urge Congress to Fund Water Infrastructure Renewal

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Annual Water Matters! Fly-In puts spotlight on the country's aging water and wastewater infrastructure

Sculpting a Canyon for Stormwater Conveyance

Sculpting a Canyon for Stormwater Conveyance

California utility tunnels through landslides and builds a new stormwater conveyance system with aesthetic appeal.

Operating a Sewer System Under Pressure

Operating a Sewer System Under Pressure

Cape Fear’s pump station crew overcomes flat terrain and moves from reactive repairs to preventive maintenance.