Also in this week's sewer and water news, a study suggests that boiling hard tap water can reduce microplastic pollution

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, a bill in Utah meant to safeguard the Great Salt Lake spurs an increase in water reuse applications

Also in this week's sewer and water news, the U.S. EPA takes action to address violations at Kailua Wastewater Treatment Plant in Hawaii

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.

Also in this week's sewer and water news, the United States and Mexico sign a treaty to construct new wastewater treatment facilities near the international border to stop sewage spills into the Tijuana River