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
Guidance for Locating Lead Pipes to Develop Serviceline Inventories
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has new guidance to help communities and water utilities identify lead pipes that connect drinking water service to homes and other buildings. The guidance aims to help water utilities comply with the requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) that went into effect in December 2021. USEPA’s Read More
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Control Systems
The cyber threat landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. Cyber threats are more prevalent, destructive, and financially devastating than ever before. State sponsored and financially motivated cyber criminals have recently targeted automation systems including those that serve water, electric, and gas utilities. Securing these systems and their digital assets has become critical to ensure Read More