Microplastics (MPs) are a growing concern in the water industry. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) continues to identify contaminants of concern, which serve as the source of candidates for the lists included in the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) framework. A few emerging contaminants have been identified for potential future regulation, with significant concerns Read More
Category: 2026 October
Appeals Court Upholds PFAS “Hazardous Substances” Designation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) decision to designate some so-called “forever chemicals” as hazardous substances has been upheld by an appeals court. The decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. means companies that create or transport per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) may be held responsible for the future cleanup costs associated Read More
Additional Input Requested on Updated WOTUS Rule
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the U.S. Department of the Army (Army) announced a Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in September to gather public input on additional regulatory language for defining “waters of the United States” (WOTUS). The additional input will be considered when updating the 2025 proposed rule. Federal OR State, Tribal, Local Jurisdiction? The supplemental proposed Read More