The administration funds 77 projects to improve water systems and address climate issues. The Department of the Interior recently announced an $849 million investment under the Investing in…
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Interior Department Commits $125 Million to Address Drought in the West
New water recycling projects in California and Utah are intended to provide long-term water security. The Department of the Interior announced a $125 million investment last month to…
Read MoreEPA Approves Loan for Upgrade to Plugerville Water Infrastructure
$156 million will support plans to improve drinking water systems. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced a $156 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to…
Read MoreBureau of Reclamation Proposes Steps for Colorado River Agreement
Seven states and several tribes depending on the Colorado River face a 2026 deadline for management. The Bureau of Reclamation recently released “necessary steps” for the management of…
Read MoreUSDA Invests $256 Million into 1,100 Clean Energy Projects
40 states receive funding through the Rural Energy for America Program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has distributed the 2024 awards from the Rural Energy for America…
Read MoreEPA Announces Cleanup Plan for Motorola Superfund Site in Phoenix
Community input is sought to address toxic chemicals contaminating the groundwater supply. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced a proposal to address groundwater contamination at the Motorola…
Read MoreEPA Takes Action Against Lead Exposure to Protect Children’s Health
Judicial and administrative measures in New York and New Jersey address violations in underserved communities. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is highlighting initiatives to safeguard children from lead…
Read MoreEPA Announces Grants to Improve Water Systems in Small and Rural Communities
Federal funding intended to provide technical assistance and training to guarantee safe drinking water and effective wastewater treatment in underserved areas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently…
Read MoreEPA Finalizes Rule Requiring Removal of All Lead Pipes by 2034
New standard estimated to preserve health of 900,000 infants. This week while in Wisconsin, President Joe Biden announced the finalization of a rule by the Environmental Protection Agency…
Read MoreInterior Announces Funding for Small Water Storage Projects
Funds above-ground storage tanks less than 30,000 acre-feet. The Department of the Interior announced that $43 million is available for small water storage projects, offering infrastructure funding for…
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