Water


EPA Releases 2011 Program Guidance for Five Offices

Strategic Plan won't be finalized until September, so adjustments may be needed.

EPA, INL Ultrafiltration Device Detects Possible Terrorists' Water Contamination

According to EPA, the possibility of terrorists or criminals intentionally contaminating drinking water with pathogenic microorganisms has given rise to the need to rapidly and effectively sample water to detect the danger in small concentrations.

Mississippi Breaks Ground on Solar-powered Affordable Housing

Jackson Housing Authority, with Duvall Decker Architects, P.A., combines sustainability, energy-efficiency, durability, and livable housing with infrastructure improvements while remaining economical.

Sewage Sludge Could be a Competitive Feedstock for Biodiesel

EPA's Kargbo says the United States produces 7 million tons of sewage sludge a year, but making it a biofuel resource will not be easy.

EPA: BP Must Find Less Toxic Dispersant to Manage Oil

Due to the volume of dispersant being applied, EPA is requiring BP to identify a more environmentally friendly substitute.

Canadian Forest Industry, Groups Forge Agreement

Industry agrees to halt new logging and develop conservation plans while environmental organizations will suspend "Do Not Buy" campaigns.

Hurricane Study Unearths Prior Lead Problem in New Orleans

Texas Tech professor says the highest concentrations of lead and arsenic were observed in soils from the poorer parts of town.

Superior Court Judge Upholds Limits on Solano County Landfill Use

Ruling forces the California county to limit landfill use by municipalities outside of the county.



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Harnessing Sun and Wind Energy for Water Treatment

A green commitment delivers clean, reliable, cost-saving power to American Water.

More Chemicals, Facilities Added to Public Database

Facility names, addresses, images, maps, and links are now available for another 3,800 chemical facilities regulated under TSCA.

Jackson Updates Senate Committee on BP Spill Work

EPA will closely monitor use of dispersants underwater at the source of the oil release.

Bacterial Colonization Process Earns Patent

EDI says the new enclosed wastewater treatment process will eliminate the need for settling basins, ponds, and lagoons.

Oswego to Invest $87 M in Sewers to Comply with Clean Water Act

Specific measures include at least a 75 percent separation of the combined system into sanitary and stormwater components, a 50 percent expansion of the west side wastewater treatment plant’s treatment capacity, and the disconnection of catch basins.

USDA to Fund Wetlands Conservation in 22 States, Puerto Rico

The Natural Resources Conservation Service program expects 75,000 more acres expected to be enrolled in Wetlands Reserve Program.

Coast Guard, EPA OK Subsea Use of Dispersant for Spill

The tactic is being used as the lesser of two difficult environmental outcomes, EPA Administrator Jackson said.

Wolf Street Block Wins 'Cool Roof'; Philadelphia Aims to Be Greenest City

Mayor Nutter signs bill requiring energy efficient reflective roofs or green roofs on all new no- and low-slope roofs in the city.

Ceres Report: Oil Sands Face Greater Risks than Gulf Spill

The energy- and water-intensive nature of oil sands, combined with climate change regulations, permitting obstacles and other challenges, are a recipe for diminishing revenues and returns.