Regulation Updates For Utility Managers

1. Advancing Water Reuse In The U.S.: States Develop Potable Reuse Regulations 4/17/2024

   In several U.S. states, government agencies and utilities are exploring how to treat wastewater properly so it can be used for drinking water — what we know as potable water reuse. While potable reuse is not a new concept, it’s being pursued more aggressively with renewed support and new ideas as we see limits with existing water sources.

2. Mixing Zones: Balancing Compliance, Environmental Protection, And Cost Efficiency 3/7/2024

   Wastewater dischargers can be both environmentally and fiscally responsible by mastering the mix of objectives.

3. Complying With The EPA's First Limits On Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' For Public Drinking Water 1/3/2024
   Monitoring and reporting software helps utilities meet compliance requirements.
4. The Rio Grande Isn't Just A Border — It's A River In Crisis 10/24/2023

   In the U.S., people often think of the Rio Grande mainly as a political border that features in negotiations over immigration, narcotics smuggling, and trade. But there's another crisis on the river that receives far less attention. The river is in decline, suffering from overuse, drought, and contentious water rights negotiations.

5. The Environmental Law Of The Border Wall 10/17/2023
   Evaluating President Biden's decision to waive environmental laws to expedite border wall construction in Texas.
6. New School Of Thought On Reducing Lead Exposure For Children 9/8/2023
   The EPA wants water authorities to help schools and childcare centers get the lead out of drinking water, but what resources are available to help water authorities?
7. How CERCLA Complicates The PFAS Problem 8/29/2023

   As states and the federal government attempt to crack down on the proliferation of PFAS and their health consequences with a spate of new regulations, there is one significant upcoming ruling that will have tremendous impact for compliance and costs: the final rule on PFAS CERCLA designation.

8. Michigan Pipeline Standoff Could Affect Water Protection And Indigenous Rights Across The U.S. 8/17/2023

   Should states and Indigenous nations be able to influence energy projects they view as harmful or contrary to their laws and values? This question lies at the center of a heated debate over Enbridge Energy’s Line 5 pipeline, which carries oil and natural gas across Wisconsin and Michigan.

9. Four Tips For A Successful PFAS Removal Pilot Study 8/11/2023

   Follow these key steps to conduct a successful pilot study to help remain below their target contaminant limits and cost-effectively comply with regulations.

10. ACC: Overly Broad PFAS Restrictions Could Endanger Healthcare Quality And Cost 7/14/2023
    PFAS are under regulatory and legislative assault at the federal and state levels. In the zeal to eliminate some of these chemistries, however, regulators and lawmakers may undermine the ability to provide life-saving healthcare in the U.S.