Droughts, wildfires and hurricanes — whether you “believe” in global warming or not — these climatic events seem to be increasing in severity, and they are having an effect on freshwater resources. The term “gray water” brings to mind dingy, … Continue reading →
This campaign raises awareness about the importance of water in our everyday lives and the critical water challenges we face in the 21st century Washington, D.C. – Today the International Code Council joins organizations from across the globe in commemorating … Continue reading →
As contaminants and nutrient control in water systems become common issues in cities and counties around the country, more and more municipalities are looking into decentralized wastewater treatment system options. While there are a number of reasons as to why … Continue reading →
By T. J. Mullen | President and Co-founder of Best Management Products, Inc. In the last 18 years, even small municipalities have had to take big steps to combat the threat of pollution from stormwater runoff. The push came with … Continue reading →
The majority of cities may be singing the blues because their pipes won’t stack up against those of Barbra Streisand or Josh Groban. No, not those pipes. The less-than-tuneful pipes we’re referring to are the underground ones that carry our … Continue reading →
Faced with three options as water rates with the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department entered the double digits — one, continue with Detroit; two, use the Flint River as a drinking water source; or three, join the Karegnondi Water Authority … Continue reading →
By JOHN PENSEC | Senior director of communications and public affairs, Mueller Water Products, Inc. DERON AUSTIN, PE | Director of marketing and communications, Mueller Co. LLC The physical and economic health of our cities depends on access to safe, … Continue reading →
By TIM GOOD | Good Design, Deep River, Conn. In the last 15 years, even small municipalities have had to take big steps to combat the threat of pollution from stormwater runoff. The push came with the U.S. Environmental Protection … Continue reading →
For years the residents of Timmonsville, S.C., have complained. Their tap water was dirty and their sewer backed up constantly. Things got so bad that in June 2013 the U.S. Department of Justice filed a complaint in district court against … Continue reading →
Water is inexpensive in the U.S.,” said Jerome Devillers, head of water infrastructure and project financing at WeiserMazars LLP, an accounting, tax and advisory services firm in New York. “(But) of course, you’re paying for the service … not the … Continue reading →
Water Conserv II, the largest reuse project of its kind in the world, began 27 years ago through a partnership between Orange County, Fla., and the city of Orlando. Both were faced with a lawsuit that required them to find … Continue reading →
