Also in this week's water and wastewater news, the Department of the Interior announces $50 million in funding to improve water infrastructure and enhance drought-related data collection across the Upper Colorado River Basin

As traditional sources of water run low, concern around Arizona's water supply is growing. A team of researchers is working to address the problem by advancing water reuse techniques.

Ross Valley Sanitary District has been recognized for its excellent operations and commitment to innovation, as the utility was named Wastewater Collection System of the Year by the California Water Environment Association

Also in this week's sewer and water news, President Joe Biden has announced that over $100 million has been allocated to repair the troubled water system in Jackson, Mississippi

Also in this week's sewer and water news, a $3.5 billion investment aims to further improve the health of New York Harbor

Also in this week's sewer and water news, a lost diamond ring is reunited with its owner after spending 13 years in a Minnesota WWTP

Also in this week's sewer and water news, a mudslide in Colorado blocks access to a wastewater treatment plant

Also in this week's sewer and water news, California invests in desalination projects to diversify local water supplies