EPA Rule Change Expected To Trigger Additional State Regulation, Exacerbate Inflation
Patrick Gleason Contributor
I cover the intersection of state & federal policy and politics.
Oct 6, 2022, 09:41am EDT
Why getting PFAS out of our products is so hard — and why it matters
Updated on Sep 29, 2022 9:10 AM EDT — Published on Sep 28, 2022 5:01 PM EDT
When it comes to the United States phasing out PFAS, the “forever chemicals” are true to their nickname in more ways than one. It’s not going to be straightforward or swift to eliminate these substances from countless industries, even though they have been potentially linked to myriad health issues.
New microchip facility in Onondaga County to use 20 million gallons of water per day
Conor Wight - Wednesday
When Micron’s chip plant is up and running, officials say it will need about 20 million gallons of water per day to operate.
Congratulations to our very own John O’Connell, on his election as President of the National Rural Water Association!
The event was held this week at the NRWA WaterPro Conference in National Harbor, MD.
John has represented NYRWA for 25 years, of which he has served for 24 years as our National Director with NRWA.
Congratulations John! We look forward to the next two years!
The Infrastructure Deal: A Handbook for State & Local Government Leaders
On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) into law.
Rural Water Loan Fund
Apply for the NRWA Rural Water Loan Fund! ️
Floodwaters drain in Mississippi as Pearl River crests just below major flood stage; National Guard to distribute water
N'dea Yancey-Bragg, John Bacon and Ross Reily, USA TODAY - Wednesday
JACKSON, Miss. – The streets of Jackson will begin to drain Monday after days of heavy rain caused the Pearl River to crest just below the major flood stage.
Important information regarding ELAP certification for WET testing
Starting January 1, 2023, ELAP certification will be required for all labs performing acute and chronic WET testing. NYSDEC and NYSDOH have granted a one year grace period for labs to become certified for these tests. It is IMPORTANT that you get written confirmation that the lab you have chosen is either already ELAP certified for WET testing or has started the certification process.
Congratulations Chuck Seagar
Congratulations and best wishes to Chuck Seagar, Chief Water Operator on his retirement! Chuck has been with the Village of Cazenovia, NY for 20 years!
How whisky waste could fuel cars
A new production plant in Scotland is expected to convert whisky byproducts into butanol, which can be used in cars.
by YCC TEAM
AUGUST 5, 2022