Water


Mine Shaft

EPA Begins Uranium Mine Waste Cleanup on Navajo Nation

The Environmental Protection Agency has started a yearlong project to remove and contain uranium-contaminated waste rock from the Lukachukai Mining District Superfund Site in northeastern Arizona.

Forever Chemicals

How Scientists Are Working to Destroy “Forever Chemicals” Safely

Researchers are developing innovative methods — from plasma reactors to sound waves — to break down PFAS “forever chemicals” without harming the environment.

Mining in Utah

Final Approval Granted for Utah Copper Mining Project

Federal and state regulators have approved an aquifer exemption clearing the way for in-situ copper recovery at Lisbon Valley, balancing mineral demand with groundwater protection.

EV Supply Chain

Integral and Verdi Partner to Strengthen Chemical Risk and Safety Management in the EV Supply Chain

A new partnership between Integral Consulting and Verdi Technology integrates scientific expertise with advanced data analytics to help EV and battery manufacturers improve chemical safety, compliance, and sustainability across the value chain.

Microplastics in Water

Forever in Our Water: The Hidden Threat of PFAS, Pharmaceuticals, and Microplastics

PFAS, pharmaceuticals, and microplastics are infiltrating drinking water worldwide. Researchers and regulators are racing to understand their health risks and find ways to remove them."

Cybersecurity for Water Plant

EPA Unveils New Cybersecurity Planning Tools for Water Systems

The agency’s latest tools will help public water systems nationwide strengthen cyber resilience, prevent disruptions, and protect access to safe drinking water.

AI Drought Solution

Smart Leak Detection Builds Drought Resilience Worldwide

As droughts grow more severe, utilities are using AI-driven leak detection and service-led models to conserve water, improve efficiency, and strengthen long-term climate resilience.

Superfund Site

Updated Lead Cleanup Guidance Aims to Accelerate Superfund and Hazardous Waste Site Remediation

New federal guidance sets stronger standards for lead cleanup at contaminated sites, aiming to protect communities and children while streamlining remediation efforts nationwide.



Water Management System

Water Innovation Potential Mapped at UK Summit

At the 2025 Innovation Summit in London, hosted by British Water and Bentley Systems, leaders across the water sector spotlighted new strategies to scale collaboration, funding, and technology adoption for sustainable water management.

Electric School Bus Charging Port

Michigan Awards $35.9 Million to Expand Clean School Bus Fleet

The Michigan Department of Education and EGLE announced new grants supporting 23 school districts with funding for 97 electric and propane buses, pushing the state’s clean-fueled fleet close to 900 vehicles.

PFAS Protections

EPA Adds PFHxS-Na to Toxics Release Inventory, Expanding PFAS Oversight

The EPA is broadening its PFAS reporting requirements by adding sodium perfluorohexanesulfonate to the Toxics Release Inventory, reinforcing federal efforts to increase chemical transparency and accountability.

Waster Water Drain at Landfill

Cleanup Plan Modernized for Charles George Landfill Superfund Site

Significant updates to the Charles George Landfill cleanup plan will improve groundwater capture, expand treatment capacity, and address emerging contaminants at the Massachusetts Superfund site.

Sustainable Farming

First-Ever Agreement Expands Collaboration on Sustainable Farming and Environmental Protection

EPA Region 3 and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services have signed a landmark agreement to strengthen collaboration on sustainable farming, environmental protection, regulatory programs, and water quality initiatives.

Climate Action Sign

Experts Warn of Climate and Health Threats, Urge Coordinated Action at Harvard Event

Experts at Harvard Climate Action Week warn of escalating climate and health risks and call for coordinated action to protect vulnerable communities.

Chesapeake Bay

Governor Moore Announces $340 Million Conowingo Dam Agreement to Restore Chesapeake Bay and Boost Clean Energy

The landmark deal funds water quality improvements, ecosystem restoration, and long-term operational upgrades for Maryland’s largest renewable energy facility.

Sustainable Grid Technology

Sustainable Grids Are Powering a Cleaner, More Resilient Energy Future

Investments in modern grid technologies are driving decarbonization, protecting natural resources, and strengthening energy resilience against extreme weather.

Clean Energy Globe

How Tech Giants are Driving Sustainability through Green Investments

Major technology companies are reshaping global renewable energy markets by investing billions in clean power, driving innovation, and influencing suppliers to adopt more sustainable practices.

Lead Paint Warning Sign

EPA, HUD Reach Settlements with Newark Housing Authority to Address Lead Hazards

The Newark Housing Authority has reached settlements with EPA and HUD to address lead paint hazards at 11 properties, requiring testing, abatement, and improved compliance to better protect thousands of residents.

Tanker off and Oil and Gas Rig

PolyCera® Wins Contract for Offshore Produced Water Treatment with CNOOC

PolyCera® will deliver 10 produced water treatment units to CNOOC offshore platforms, using its Titan ultrafiltration membranes and resin adsorption technology to meet discharge standards and support sustainable oil and gas production.

Box Truck on Icy Road

Bad Weather Drives Up Truck Fuel Costs, but Smarter Planning Cuts the Waste

Rain, snow, and ice increase fuel use, delay deliveries, and raise emissions, but fleets that plan routes, train drivers, and maintain equipment can reduce costs and stay on schedule.