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Essential Utilities Reports Financial Results for Q1 2024

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Giovedì, Maggio 2, 2024
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Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • “Although our gas footprint experienced warmer than normal winter weather in Q1 2024, we remain focused on and expect to post strong results for the year,” said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin.
  • “In Q1 2024, the company completed the $165 million sale of its three non-utility microgrid and district energy projects in Pittsburgh.
  • This dividend will be payable on June 1, 2024, to shareholders of record on May 10, 2024.

California Water Service Group’s First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Benefit from California 2021 General Rate Case Decision

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Giovedì, Aprile 25, 2024
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A decision on the 2021 California General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan (2021 GRC) that authorizes implementation of beneficial regulatory mechanisms, increased revenues, and approximately $1.2 billion in infrastructure improvement projects.

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  • A decision on the 2021 California General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan (2021 GRC) that authorizes implementation of beneficial regulatory mechanisms, increased revenues, and approximately $1.2 billion in infrastructure improvement projects.
  • Adoption of the 2021 GRC decision increased revenue $111.8 million, including $87.9 million in retroactive interim rate relief related to 2023.
  • As previously announced, on March 7, 2024, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a decision on the 2021 GRC for California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of the Company.
  • Group's utilities Cal Water, Hawaii Water Service (Hawaii Water), New Mexico Water Service (New Mexico Water), and Washington Water Service (Washington Water) have a rigorous, coordinated water quality assurance program, which includes protocols to test and monitor the water they deliver to customers.

Glenn N. Iosue Joins CDM Smith as an Environmental Services Business Leader

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Giovedì, Aprile 18, 2024
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Wayne, Pa., April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDM Smith is excited to welcome Glenn N. Iosue, PE, BCEE, who joins CDM Smith as an environmental services business leader.

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  • Wayne, Pa., April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDM Smith is excited to welcome Glenn N. Iosue, PE, BCEE, who joins CDM Smith as an environmental services business leader.
  • In his new role, Iosue will position CDM Smith to win remediation work and contribute significantly to our firm’s strategic environmental pursuits.
  • He holds Professional Engineer licenses in several states and is a Board-Certified Environmental Engineer with a specialty in environmental sustainability.
  • Glenn’s environmental background and expertise will greatly support our growth.”
    “CDM Smith has a phenomenal culture," said Iosue.

US Nuclear’s Unparalleled PFAS Monitoring Products in Spotlight as EPA Sets First-Ever Limits on PFAS

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Lunedì, Aprile 15, 2024
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If PFAS is detected in violation of the EPA’s new limits, the utility companies must purchase and install new technologies (such as US Nuclear’s equipment) to monitor/reduce PFAS in their drinking water.

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  • If PFAS is detected in violation of the EPA’s new limits, the utility companies must purchase and install new technologies (such as US Nuclear’s equipment) to monitor/reduce PFAS in their drinking water.
  • This is an unprecedented amount of funding being allocated to measure and treat PFAS contamination, and US Nuclear is in a prime position to capitalize on this funding with their revolutionary PFAS monitoring products.
  • These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results.
  • Investors may find additional information regarding US Nuclear Corp. at the SEC website at http://www.sec.gov , or the company’s website at www.usnuclearcorp.com .

Middlesex Water Has Implemented Its Strategy for Compliance With New More Stringent Federal Regulations for PFAS

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024
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The Company begun implementing its strategy in 2023 in anticipation to the new EPA regulation.

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  • The Company begun implementing its strategy in 2023 in anticipation to the new EPA regulation.
  • PFAS are a group of widely used chemicals, used in industry and consumer products like non-stick cookware and food packaging since the 1940s.
  • This new federal MCL for PFOS and PFOA is lower than the New Jersey standard of 14 ppt established in 2021.
  • “It should be noted that water utilities do not produce PFAS chemicals but bring cost effective and innovative solutions to meet all state and federal safe drinking compliance requirements,” added Leslie.

Arq Applauds EPA's First-Ever Definitive PFAS Regulations

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Arq, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARQ) (the "Company" or "Arq"), a producer of activated carbon and other environmentally efficient carbon products for use in purification and sustainable materials, today recognizes the announcement issued on April 10, 2024 by the Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") confirming its latest regulations aimed to address contamination by certain per- and poly-fluorinated alkyl substances ("PFAS" or "Forever Chemicals") in drinking water.

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  • "The topic of PFAS regulations has been well discussed.
  • These regulations pave the way for even stronger demand for our products and solutions, and a cleaner future for all Americans," said Bob Rasmus, CEO of Arq.
  • On April 10, 2024, the EPA announced material tightening to an existing framework of regulations relating to the control and limitation of PFAS in municipal water.
  • The newly announced rule would also require public water systems to: monitor for these PFAS; notify the public of the levels of these PFAS; reduce the levels of these PFAS in drinking water if they exceed the new standards.

California Water Service Group Utilities Prepared to Comply with New PFAS Regulations

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Mercoledì, Aprile 10, 2024
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Under the new PFAS regulation, water utilities with impacted water systems across the country are required to monitor for these PFAS by 2027 and to comply with the MCLs and Hazard Index by 2029.

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  • Under the new PFAS regulation, water utilities with impacted water systems across the country are required to monitor for these PFAS by 2027 and to comply with the MCLs and Hazard Index by 2029.
  • Group’s utilities California Water Service (Cal Water), Hawaii Water Service (Hawaii Water), New Mexico Water Service (New Mexico Water), and Washington Water Service (Washington Water) have a rigorous, coordinated water quality assurance program, and the utilities have protocols in place to test and monitor the water they deliver to customers.
  • Cal Water, Hawaii Water, and New Mexico Water have tested all of their active water sources for a number of PFAS, including the six addressed in the new regulation.
  • Washington Water Service (Washington Water) has tested all of its Group A water system sources, which are water sources subject to the new PFAS regulation.

Napoli Shkolnik Applauds EPA’s Designation of PFOA and PFOS as Hazardous Substances Under CERCLA

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Lunedì, Aprile 22, 2024
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Napoli Shkolnik supports the Environmental Protection Agency’s (“EPA”) recent decision to classify Perfluorooctanoic Acid (“PFOA”) and Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (“PFOS”) as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (“CERCLA”).

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  • Napoli Shkolnik supports the Environmental Protection Agency’s (“EPA”) recent decision to classify Perfluorooctanoic Acid (“PFOA”) and Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (“PFOS”) as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (“CERCLA”).
  • By recognizing PFOA and PFOS as hazardous, the EPA has set a stage for more effective regulatory actions and remediation efforts, ensuring better protection for communities adversely affected by these persistent environmental pollutants.
  • Paul J. Napoli, Partner at Napoli Shkolnik remarked “This is a monumental step forward in our ongoing fight against these pollutants.
  • As the EPA implements this new designation Napoli Shkolnik is prepared to assist and represent all those affected by exposure to these chemicals.

Grapheal and EDYTEM Laboratory Fine-tune Portable Sensor for Detecting Water-borne PFAS

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Mercoledì, Aprile 17, 2024
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as 'forever chemicals', comprise around 12,000 different chemicals used across various applications due to their unique properties.

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  • Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as 'forever chemicals', comprise around 12,000 different chemicals used across various applications due to their unique properties.
  • These chemicals are notorious for their persistence, toxicity, and bioaccumulation, leading to significant environmental and health concerns.
  • The traditional methods for detecting PFAS involve complex and expensive laboratory equipment, making the need for simpler, on-site detection methods a global priority.
  • The use of printed electronics and a carbon sensor in the device’s production also reduces environmental impacts, aligning with sustainable practices.

Cyclopure Water Test Kits Used in Colorado Pilot Program to Test for PFAS in Private Well Water

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Giovedì, Aprile 25, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Cyclopure announced the inclusion of its PFAS Water Test Kit in a pilot program being conducted by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).

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  • CHICAGO, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Cyclopure announced the inclusion of its PFAS Water Test Kit in a pilot program being conducted by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
  • CDPHE is piloting the program called the "PFAS Testing and Assistance Program" (TAP) to provide private well testing for residents of Bailey Colorado.
  • PFAS do not break down in the environment and are now pervasive in drinking water supplies around the world.
  • During the one-year pilot program, CDPHE will provide Cyclopure's water test kit to eligible Bailey residents to test their well water for PFAS.