Wastewater Regulations and Legislation

  1. Millions Of Hours Of Sewage Spills Put Millions At Risk 3/27/2025

    In a new report released on Thursday, the UK’s Environment Agency (EA) revealed a staggering figure: water companies released raw sewage into England’s waterways for 3.61 million hours in 2024. While some spilling is legal, scientists are raising alarms about the potential danger to the public.

  2. Supreme Court Rules Against EPA In Water Permitting Case 3/7/2025

    On March 4, the Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 vote that the U.S. EPA has overstepped its authority under the Clean Water Act. According to the majority opinion, the agency does not have the authority “to include ‘end-result’ provisions” when setting specific discharge limits.

  3. Trump's Deregulation Push: How It Could Reshape The Water Industry 2/27/2025

    Under another executive order from President Donald Trump, federal agencies now have the authority to review existing regulations and recommend changes or eliminations based on federal rules that are seen as overly burdensome.

  4. Despite Improvement, No End In Sight For CO Permit Backlog 2/5/2025

    Colorado is tackling a significant backlog of water quality permits, which are essential for regulating pollutant discharge into streams. Over the past year, the backlog has decreased, with expired permits dropping from 75% to 50%, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). However, 1,384 permits remain expired, highlighting the ongoing challenge.

  5. Trump Tables PFAS Rule, Causing Concern 1/30/2025

    It has been a busy first week in office for President Donald Trump, who has wasted no time in issuing executive orders and reversing Biden administration actions. Among these actions was an executive order withdrawing from any U.S. EPA regulations that were still under review. Included in these regulations was the EPA’s proposed limits on PFAS in wastewater.

  6. EPA Rule Changes Could Drive Water Rate Increases For Millions In Philadelphia 2/28/2024

    As an iconic water body receives new regulatory protection, one of the biggest cities on its shores might have to raise water rates in order to comply.

  7. Ongoing Investigation Finds 'Deeper Issues' With New Orleans Drinking Water 11/28/2023

    A closer look at New Orleans’ drinking water and wastewater system is uncovering a history of improper sampling results reporting and apparent cover ups.

  8. 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.

  9. SpaceX Is Latest Tech Giant To Face Water Controversy 10/2/2023

    One of the highest-profile private enterprises in the world is looking for a major wastewater permit that has local officials and consumers worried about potential environmental impacts.

  10. British Wastewater Utilities Accused Of Overcharging More Than 20 Million Ratepayers 8/23/2023

    Some of the most prominent drinking water and wastewater treatment companies in Europe are now facing allegations of defrauding millions of customers, facing monumental fines if found guilty.