The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) proposed a rule that would improve reporting on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) by eliminating an exemption that allows facilities to avoid reporting information on PFAS when those chemicals are used in small, or “de minimis,” concentrations. Since PFAS are used at low Read More
Supreme Court Hears Wetlands Protection Case, WOTUS Expected to be Impacted
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) began hearing a high-profile wetlands protection case, Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, on October 3. Water industry analysts are watching the case carefully, as it could have an impact on how the Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) are designated under the Clean Water Act (CWA). Michael and Read More
USEPA Announces Opportunities for Public Input on Lead and Copper Rule Improvements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) will host two virtual public meetings to discuss and solicit input on environmental justice considerations related to the development of the proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). These sessions will provide opportunities for USEPA to share information about the upcoming LCRI rulemaking and for individuals to offer input Read More
New Online Tool Provides Information on Environmental Enforcement & Compliance
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) announced an online tool available to the public that provides additional information on environmental enforcement and compliance in communities. The tool empowers the public to help USEPA assure compliance nationwide and protect public health and the environment. Members of the public can use USEPA’s Enforcement and Compliance History Online (ECHO) website Read More
Three Steps to Begin the LCRR Process
The Lead & Copper Rule Revision (LCRR) is the largest change in drinking water regulation in two decades. Although the first compliance deadline is in two years, on October 16, 2024, there is a lot of work to get done. It is prudent for water systems to start the process as soon as possible to Read More
Supply Chain Disruptions Illustrate Importance of Current Chemical Inventories
Railway unions thankfully came to an agreement in mid-September, within hours of the commencement of a strike. Otherwise, it is estimated that a nationwide rail strike would have had an estimated $2 billion impact on the U.S. economy per day. Chemical treatment and water suppliers braced for major supply chain impacts as the September 16th Read More