Water supply and sanitation in the United States

Outdoor Use Reduced as Utility Drought Rules Take Effect

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Droughts in the United States, Residential water use in the U.S. and Canada, Water conservation, Water supply and sanitation in the United States

The Flume Index shows that western water providers that are implementing drought restrictions are successfully reducing outdoor use during the summer of 2021.

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  • The Flume Index shows that western water providers that are implementing drought restrictions are successfully reducing outdoor use during the summer of 2021.
  • Outdoor Household Water Use was an average of 220.4 gallons per household per day (GPHD) in Q2 2021.
  • According to the weekly U.S. Drought Monitor, as of June 1, 2021, 43.7% of the contiguous U.S. was classified as experiencing moderate to exceptional drought.
  • Figure 2 shows the daily average outdoor water use in Marin County, the Los Angeles MSA, and the rest of California.

Utilis event in San Diego to gather dignitaries from all over the world and to celebrate winning national award and bringing tech jobs to San Diego

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Geography of California, California, American Water Works Association, Environmental engineering, Hydraulic engineering, Water supply and sanitation in the United States, AWWA, San Diego–Tijuana, San Diego, States of the United States

Kicking off the event will be the San Diego Chamber President and former mayor, Jerry Sanders.

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  • Kicking off the event will be the San Diego Chamber President and former mayor, Jerry Sanders.
  • Elly Perets, CEO Utilis Corp.
    Utilis is bringing their founder and CEO to San Diego to celebrate winning the inaugural Innovation Award from the American Water Works Association .Utilis received the Innovation Award for their achievements in creating technology to preserve water and promote environmental sustainability.
  • The San Diego area has become the darling for expanding technology firms; it is considered by some as America's fourth tech capital.
  • With this new award, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) recognized Utilis for fulfilling the vision of the Association's Innovation Initiative .

Missouri American Water Invests $1.3 Million in Mexico Water Main Upgrades

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Energy, Other Construction & Property, Construction & Property, Urban planning, Utilities, Hydrology, Sewerage, Water industry, Water supply network, American Water Works, Environmental engineering, Environmental technology, Civil engineering, Water supply and sanitation in the United States

Missouri American Water will invest $1.3 million in water system improvements to enhance the reliability of water service to Mexico customers.

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  • Missouri American Water will invest $1.3 million in water system improvements to enhance the reliability of water service to Mexico customers.
  • Our team of experts work hard to maintain and improve our water system to deliver high quality water service to the residents of Mexico, said Patrick Kelley, manager of operations for Missouri American Water in Mexico.
  • The four water main projects, which will replace and upsize the pipes, will enhance the reliability of water service Missouri American Water provides to customers in the Mexico District.
  • Missouri American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people.

Pennsylvania American Water Encourages Customers to View New Water Quality Reports Online

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Public policy, Government, State, Local, Other Natural Resources, Utilities, Environment, Natural Resources, Energy, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Water, Matter, Sanitation, Environmental science, Water quality, Drinking water, American Water Works, Water supply and sanitation in the United States

Pennsylvania American Waters annual water quality reports are now available online with a fresh, new look.

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  • Pennsylvania American Waters annual water quality reports are now available online with a fresh, new look.
  • The reports also educate customers on what it takes to deliver safe drinking water and highlight the need to protect drinking water sources.
  • Pennsylvania American Water has an exceptional track record when it comes to delivering high quality drinking water, and we encourage our customers to find out for themselves through our latest water quality reports, said Dan Hufton, director of water quality and environmental compliance at Pennsylvania American Water.
  • Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

AWWA 2021 American Water Scholarship Presented to University of Toledo Doctoral Student Parul Baranwal

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, today announced that Parul Baranwal, a doctoral student at the University of Toledo, has been chosen as the recipient of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) 2021 American Water Scholarship .

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  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, today announced that Parul Baranwal, a doctoral student at the University of Toledo, has been chosen as the recipient of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) 2021 American Water Scholarship .
  • The scholarship is an annual award of $5,000 presented to a graduate level student to assist with the development of professionals interested in service to the water industry.
  • "American Water is pleased to present this prestigious award to Parul, who was selected among 80 outstanding applicants," said Dr. Zia Bukhari, principal scientist, water & wastewater research at American Water.
  • Administered by AWWA, American Water's Scholarship is currently the only one offered by a water utility among the Associations 16 active scholarships.

SUEZ Issues Annual Water Quality Reports

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Other Natural Resources, Other Energy, Environment, Utilities, Energy, Natural Resources, Water supply and sanitation in the United States, Water, Water pollution, Natural environment, Environment, Safe Drinking Water Act, Water quality, Drinking water, Water supply network, Drinking water quality in the United States

SUEZ has published its annual drinking water quality reports for the companys owned and operated utilities, as well as for the city-owned water systems managed by the company.

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  • SUEZ has published its annual drinking water quality reports for the companys owned and operated utilities, as well as for the city-owned water systems managed by the company.
  • As part of the Safe Drinking Water Act, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires community water systems to deliver a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), also known as an annual drinking water quality report, to their customers.
  • The latest SUEZ annual Consumer Confidence Reports detail the high quality of drinking water provided to all of our customers in 2020.
  • Our team of water quality and water distribution staff work 24-hours-a-day, year-round to ensure that high quality drinking water is always available to our customers, which includes sampling and testing the water throughout the treatment process.

AWWA testifies on importance of science, source water protection at PFAS hearing

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Water supply and sanitation in the United States, Natural environment, Environment of the United States, Articles, Safe Drinking Water Act, Source water protection, United States Environmental Protection Agency, Toxic Substances Control Act, Drinking water, Drinking water quality in the United States

"The Safe Drinking Water Act mandates a consistent, transparent and science-based process for considering new regulations," said Mehan, a former state and federal regulator.

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  • "The Safe Drinking Water Act mandates a consistent, transparent and science-based process for considering new regulations," said Mehan, a former state and federal regulator.
  • "AWWA supports following the steps outlined in the Safe Drinking Water Act to assure PFAS risks are effectively and efficiently reduced from our drinking water."
  • Source water protection is the best way to keep drinking water safe for consumers, Mehan stated.
  • In addition to SDWA, TSCA also helps protect public drinking water by empowering EPA to manage naturally occurring and human-made risks to drinking water.

Eldorado Natural Spring Water Voted Best in the U.S.

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Drinking water, Water, Bottled water, Bottled water in the United States, Water supply and sanitation in the United States, Physical geography, Spring, Food and drink

LOUISVILLE, Colo., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eldorado Natural Spring Water was voted the best bottled water in the United States, and the second best bottled water in the world, at the prestigious and long-running Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting competition hosted annually in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Colo., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eldorado Natural Spring Water was voted the best bottled water in the United States, and the second best bottled water in the world, at the prestigious and long-running Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting competition hosted annually in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.
  • The natural artesian springs where Eldorado Natural Spring Water's bottled water is sourced emanate from one of the most unique water sources in the world.
  • Hundreds of acres of pristine local, state, and federal park land surrounding the spring further protect the purity of Eldorado Natural Spring Water.
  • About Eldorado Natural Spring Water, Inc.
    Eldorado Natural Spring Water, Inc. is a leading bottler, marketer, and distributor of natural spring water beverages in the Rocky Mountains.

Insights on the Process Instrumentation Global Market to 2026 - Featuring Honeywell International, Siemens and Omron Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Energy, Other Energy, Other Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Natural environment, Sanitation, Environmental policy in the United States, Articles, Environment, United States Environmental Protection Agency, Drinking water, Water supply and sanitation in the United States, Nature, Water conservation, Drinking water quality in the United States

However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims that over one trillion gallons of water is wasted annually due to household leaks.

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  • However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims that over one trillion gallons of water is wasted annually due to household leaks.
  • It is not uncommon for drinking water distribution networks to experience losses greater than 50%.
  • The use of instrumentation is becoming increasingly important in the water industry as it is not just used for monitoring purposes but control of processes too.
  • These factors have significantly contributed to market growth in the region.

NEW STUDY IDENTIFIES COST SAVINGS FOR REMOVING CONTAMINANTS FROM SMALL TOWN WATER SYSTEMS

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Natural environment, Water supply and sanitation in the United States, Environmental engineering, Physical sciences, Sanitation, Articles, Perchlorate, Water treatment, Drinking water, United States Environmental Protection Agency, Water supply network, Drinking water quality in the United States

Rockville, Md., June 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Perchlorate and nitrate are drinking water contaminants that are not removed by conventional drinking water treatment processes.

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  • Rockville, Md., June 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Perchlorate and nitrate are drinking water contaminants that are not removed by conventional drinking water treatment processes.
  • Abt Associates and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a study in AWWA Water Science identifying the costs of different removal processes to specifically help small town systems determine their best options.
  • Small drinking water systems have a number of challenges typically not faced by their larger counterparts.
  • The EPA models that Abt helped develop can enable small communities to determine the best approach for removing contaminants from their water systems, said Abt lead author Pat Ransom.