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San Francisco Faces Legal Action Over Untreated Sewage Discharges

May 14, 2024

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Attorney General, on behalf of the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board, filed a civil complaint against the city for alleged violations of the Clean Water Act (CWA). This lawsuit centers on the discharge of billions of gallons of untreated sewage from San Francisco’s…

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The Public Lands Rule: Balancing Conservation and Development on America’s Public Lands

May 14, 2024

The Department of the Interior recently announced a new rule aimed at guiding the balanced management of America’s public lands. The Public Lands Rule, implemented by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), has significant implications for anyone concerned with the future of our public lands.   This new rule prioritizes a holistic approach to public…

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A New Era in Understanding Our Rivers: A Look at a Groundbreaking NASA Study

May 14, 2024

For decades, our understanding of Earth’s river systems lacked a crucial piece of the puzzle: a comprehensive picture of the volume of water they hold and how it fluctuates. A recent study led by NASA researchers and published in Nature Geoscience is revolutionizing this field. This groundbreaking research provides the first global accounting of Earth’s…

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Arizona and the Colorado River Indian Tribes Forge Historic Water Agreement

May 14, 2024

On April 26th, 2024, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and other prominent figures participated in a signing ceremony that finalized agreements allowing the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) to market a portion of their Colorado River water allocation to entities outside of their reservation.   This landmark agreement represents a critical step forward in implementing the…

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California Water Districts Sue PFAS Manufacturers Citing New EPA Rules

Apr 30, 2024

Public water systems in California are taking legal action against manufacturers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in what could be a landmark case for the water industry. Orange County Water District and over a dozen other California water utilities filed a lawsuit in in early April against seven manufacturers of PFAS, including Dynax America…

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Lawsuit Filed Against Biosolids Company Over Alleged PFAS Contamination of Farms

Apr 30, 2024

PFAS contamination is a growing concern for agricultural operations, potentially impacting land use and posing risks to human health. Biosolids, a wastewater treatment product used as fertilizer, may be a source of PFAS contamination.   Texas farmers from Johnson County are suing Synagro Technologies, Inc., a biosolids provider, for allegedly contaminating their land with PFAS…

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Tyco Settles PFAS Contamination Lawsuit with Water Suppliers for $750 Million

Apr 29, 2024

Tyco Fire Products LP agreed to pay $750 million to settle lawsuits from water suppliers across the US.   The settlement aims to resolve claims that Tyco’s firefighting foam, specifically aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), contaminated drinking water with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The agreement, if approved by the court, would also release claims against…

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Funding for Tribal Domestic Water Infrastructure

Apr 24, 2024

The Department of the Interior announced on Apr. 2, that up to $320 million is available under President Biden’s Investing in America agenda through the Bureau of Reclamation to assist federally recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations as they plan and construct domestic water infrastructure.   This funding opportunity is open to Tribes in the 17…

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Boost for Nature-Based Solutions: $95 Million Available for Water Resilience Projects

Apr 22, 2024

Great news for those working on climate resilience and ecosystem restoration in drought-stricken communities.  The Department of the Interior has announced a significant funding opportunity through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. Up to $95 million is available for projects that bolster water resources, advance ecosystem health, and support community resilience against drought and other…

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