EPA announces new rule to strengthen state, tribal say in water quality
The EPA announced new Clean Water Act Section 401 rules last week that bolster state and tribal authority over water quality impacts from federal projects.
Tag: water quality
Mapping out America’s “forever chemicals” in community water systems
Elevated levels of "forever chemicals" (PFAS) have been found in water delivered to millions of Americans. A new map by SimpleLab reveals the affected areas.
Colorado tackles water quality complaints from mobile home parks
Colorado's HB23-1257 legislation combats water quality issues in mobile home parks, providing a framework for testing, remediation, and funding to protect residents.
Arizona removes two rivers from impaired waters list: Citizen scientists play vital role
Aided by citizen scientists, Arizona has provisionally removed Fossil Creek and part of the San Pedro River from the Clean Water Act Impaired Waters List.
Although still figuring out how to take samples and notify the public, California is poised to be the first monitoring microplastics in drinking water sources.
Appeals court finds high discretion duty for CA State Water Board
An appeals court found that the State Water Board’s duty under state law to prevent waste and unreasonable use of water is “highly discretionary."