Water & Health Advisory Council’s Post

For the third video in our Safe Drinking Water Act (the Act) 50th Anniversary Campaign series, Council Member Joseph Cotruvo, the former Director of the Drinking Water Standards Division at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), discusses the top three priorities for the next 25 years of drinking water regulations. Joe began at the EPA around the same time that the Act was passed, and shares valuable insights into the historical context and evolution of water regulations. Check out the video below.

Did you know that yearly, 1 trillion gallons of water are wasted from household leaks nationwide? Join in on helping to crack down on sneaky water leaks during Fix a Leak Week, March 18-24. Learn more: bit.ly/byeleak #FixALeakWeek US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Today the United States Environmental Protection Agency finalized improvements to the Lead and Copper Rule. The rule will require drinking water systems across the country to replace lead pipes within 10 years, and require more rigorous testing of drinking water, amongst other things. This is a huge steps towards advancing environmental justice in America!!! #cleanwater #environmentaljustice #environmentallawyer

The EPA’s enforcement results for FY 2023 highlight a sharp rise in inspections focusing on contamination and pollution. Is your property at risk of EPA action? If yes, you need to act now. Environmental site assessments (ESAs) can identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations, helping you avoid costly fines and legal action. Stay ahead of the game and protect your investments. Get an Environmental Site Assessment and safeguard your property from EPA enforcement. https://lnkd.in/deSRCFZ5 Source: https://lnkd.in/duh83gZ2

Ivan Cooper, PE, BCEE, a Principal in #CECinc's #WaterResources Practice, weighs in on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) new drinking water #PFAS rules, which help protect drinking water sources, lead a path to regulatory compliance, promote environmental protection, and ultimately help address public health concerns related to PFAS discharges. Read his thoughts on these new regulations on our blog. https://hubs.li/Q02wbn_x0 #expertinsight

The EPA’s enforcement results for FY 2023 highlight a sharp rise in inspections focusing on contamination and pollution. Is your property at risk of EPA action? If yes, you need to act now. Environmental site assessments (ESAs) can identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations, helping you avoid costly fines and legal action. Stay ahead of the game and protect your investments. Get an Environmental Site Assessment and safeguard your property from EPA enforcement. https://lnkd.in/deSRCFZ5 Source: https://lnkd.in/duh83gZ2

SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT TURNS 50: Signed by President Ford on Dec. 16, 1974, the landmark legislation has improved access to clean and safe drinking water for hundreds of millions of Americans. Read statements from US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and American Water Works Association https://lnkd.in/gEAcHZFH

Iowa's Impaired Waters List identifies the lakes, wetlands, streams that do not meet water quality standards for point source and non-point source pollutants. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources analyzed 1,428 waterbody segments for the state's Impaired Waters List. In November, the Environmental Protection Agency evaluated the state's submission and determined that it is not fully consistent with the requirements of the Clean Water Act.    Read our newest blog on the Impaired Waters List revisions and submit your comments to the EPA by December 13. Read here: iaenvironment.org/blog/

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued two rules to reduce exposure to lead in homes and drinking water. Learn more about these rules and their impacts here: https://bit.ly/40ojQLa

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has added PFOS and PFOA to the CERCLA list of hazardous substances. Learn more about how this may impact commercial and industrial property owners in today’s #HSBLaw blog post here: https://ow.ly/XH0G50RpgQs