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Merkley announces low-cost EPA loan for Portland water filtration plant

The Portland Water Bureau is receiving a second federal loan due to skyrocketing costs of filtration plants, totaling $2.1 billion.
Senator Merkley announced the new $319 million loan, emphasizing federal investment in local water infrastructure.

The EPA is cracking down on cybersecurity threats

The EPA is increasing inspections of water infrastructure due to rising cyberattack vulnerabilities.

After massive sewage spill, feds order fixes at L.A. water plant to improve resilience

EPA orders improvements at Hyperion Plant after sewage spill incident
Efforts to improve infrastructure to withstand climate change effects

Merkley announces low-cost EPA loan for Portland water filtration plant

The Portland Water Bureau is receiving a second federal loan due to skyrocketing costs of filtration plants, totaling $2.1 billion.
Senator Merkley announced the new $319 million loan, emphasizing federal investment in local water infrastructure.

The EPA is cracking down on cybersecurity threats

The EPA is increasing inspections of water infrastructure due to rising cyberattack vulnerabilities.

After massive sewage spill, feds order fixes at L.A. water plant to improve resilience

EPA orders improvements at Hyperion Plant after sewage spill incident
Efforts to improve infrastructure to withstand climate change effects
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Invasive mussel found in North America for first time, poses immediate threat in California's delta

Golden mussels, an invasive species, threaten California's watersheds and ecosystems after being found in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.

Invasive mussels could harm California Delta ecosystem and add to water costs

Golden mussels pose major ecological threats and infrastructure challenges in California's water delivery system.

Invasive mussel found in North America for first time, poses immediate threat in California's delta

Golden mussels, an invasive species, threaten California's watersheds and ecosystems after being found in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.

Invasive mussels could harm California Delta ecosystem and add to water costs

Golden mussels pose major ecological threats and infrastructure challenges in California's water delivery system.
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Council nearly doubles payment to build water system for disannexed project - Austin Monitor

The Austin City Council has significantly increased funding for water infrastructure to support both a new development and future growth in the area.

East Bay school district hopes Measure R will fund drinking water, fix sinking classroom

Byron Union School District faces critical infrastructure issues, particularly with its aging water well, prompting the need for significant funding to ensure safe water and improved facilities.
#cybersecurity

Despite attacks, water security standards still a pipe dream

Multiple countries are targeting U.S. water infrastructure, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in critical systems reliant on outdated technology.

Cyberattacks are targeting US water systems, warns EPA and White House

Water and wastewater systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks due to lack of resources for cybersecurity practices.
Biden administration urges states to enhance security measures for critical water infrastructure against disabling cyberattacks.

White House warns states of continued cyber threats to water infrastructure

Hackers target water sector infrastructure due to lack of resources and cybersecurity practices.
EPA and National Security Council warn states about cyber threats from China and IRGC.

American Water shutters app after admitting hacking attack

American Water has halted billing and app services due to a cybersecurity breach, prioritizing customer data protection throughout the investigation.

Despite attacks, water security standards still a pipe dream

Multiple countries are targeting U.S. water infrastructure, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in critical systems reliant on outdated technology.

Cyberattacks are targeting US water systems, warns EPA and White House

Water and wastewater systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks due to lack of resources for cybersecurity practices.
Biden administration urges states to enhance security measures for critical water infrastructure against disabling cyberattacks.

White House warns states of continued cyber threats to water infrastructure

Hackers target water sector infrastructure due to lack of resources and cybersecurity practices.
EPA and National Security Council warn states about cyber threats from China and IRGC.

American Water shutters app after admitting hacking attack

American Water has halted billing and app services due to a cybersecurity breach, prioritizing customer data protection throughout the investigation.
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How a California County Got PFAS Out of Its Drinking Water | KQED

The EPA's stringent PFAS standards require immediate action from water districts, impacting millions of Americans.
California's water systems face significant costs to address ongoing PFAS contamination.

Water bills must rise if Labour is to hit housebuilding target, industry claims

Labour's housing target is at risk if water companies cannot raise bills to fund essential infrastructure investments.

How a 'death trap' for fish in California's water system is limiting the pumping of supplies

Threatened fish deaths at the pumping plant force reduced water pumping, sparking debates and highlighting the need to balance water usage and environmental protection.

Robbins and Chicago leaders split on how to stop water main leaking 'thousands of gallons an hour'

Chicago and Robbins officials are in disagreement about who should fix a major water leak beneath railroad tracks.
Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant argues that his town can't afford to fix the leak and calls for more funding for water infrastructure upgrades.

Elias: Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta tunnel ain't necessarily' a done deal

The Delta tunnel project in California has received all necessary state government approvals, but construction has not yet begun.
The tunnel is expected to produce 500,000 acre feet of fresh water each year and supply water to about 5.2 million people.
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Droughts are threatening California's water supply. The state is racing to save what's left.

California leads in water consumption despite enduring droughts, prompting innovation like on-site water reuse.
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