From the Editor

51. Baltimore To Pay $4.75M Over Wastewater Treatment Fines 11/14/2023

    One of the biggest cities in the country is now prepared to settle a massive bill and make critical improvements following years-long issues at its wastewater treatment operations.

52. 'Buy American' Regulations Could Be Stalling Critical Water, Wastewater Infrastructure Projects 11/8/2023

    As water scarcity becomes an existential issue throughout the U.S., federal officials have earmarked massive capital to go toward infrastructure projects that will help conserve the valuable resource. But as some of the most drought-stressed regions attempt to deploy those funds, they are running into some surprising legislative obstacles.

53. Looking Back, Looking Ahead: Getting Answers To Evolving Water Issues 11/7/2023
    A review of the WEFTEC tradeshow, current and emerging water threats, and the latest water and wastewater solutions from the VP of a fast-rising treatment provider.
54. Fraudulent Claims Threaten To Disrupt Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Payouts 11/7/2023

    As federal officials try to compensate the victims of one of the most high-profile drinking water contamination incidents in recent history, a surge of imposters could seriously impair the efforts.

55. Free Will And Cybersecurity 11/3/2023
    Even with federal regulations mandating action for municipal water and wastewater systems unfinished, the commitment to protect the public should compel utilities to improve cybersecurity.
56. Water Officials In California Demand New Consumption Plan From Central Valley Farms 11/1/2023

    The heart of America’s farming industry and increasingly scarce water are coming to a head, as officials warn that farmers are getting dangerously close to pushing supplies to the brink.

57. U.S. EPA Wants To Prohibit Use Of A Drinking Water Contaminant Tied To Sudden Deaths 10/30/2023

    The nation’s foremost drinking water treatment regulator has announced that it is considering a new ban on a prominent chemical that could be harming consumers.

58. Matching Water Trends To Technologies 10/27/2023

    The CEO of one of the world’s most prominent water technology companies talks about solving far-reaching water challenges, as well as local treatment issues, through innovation.

59. Drinking Water Fluoridation Debates Across U.S. Demonstrate Ongoing Challenges 10/25/2023

    A decades-old drinking water treatment practice continues to spark debate across the country, as some major systems appear to be on the path toward siding with public health advocates while others question its safety.

60. Sanitation Equity Fight In Alabama Could Set Precedent For Rural Communities Nationwide 10/24/2023

    A rural wastewater treatment battle in Alabama could come to impact infrastructure decisions nationwide as it draws federal attention and raises questions about how states fulfill the basic rights of their residents.