Just as your car needs periodic maintenance to keep running, the vast networks of water pipes, pumps and treatment plants in our communities require ongoing investment to remain strong and reliable. In fact, every time we pay a water bill, a portion of that goes to keep the water system healthy. Oftentimes, a water system issues bonds or obtains loans to help spread the costs of maintenance or expansion over many years, reducing the cost we as “customers” absorb.

We are all hearing a lot about PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” in drinking water, and a recent report uses data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to examine where PFAS are being found, in what amounts, and whether those levels will violate federal standards. What does it all mean?

The crisp autumn air marks different things to different people. To those of us in cooler climates, it means shutting down our home’s irrigation system until spring.

A U.S. district court judge in California recently issued a requirement for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to re-examine optimal fluoride levels in drinking water, but there are scientific reasons to continue the practice.

A change in the way the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s regulates lead in drinking water may result in more lead warnings in communities across the United States.

Replacing lead service lines is a worthy endeavor. Lead is a known health concern, particularly for young children. The sooner we can remove all sources of lead from our communities, the better off we will be.

The year 2024 marks a significant milestone in the water sector. The U.S. Congress originally passed the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) in 1974, making 2024 its 50th anniversary.

What water consumers need to know about the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements

Recent flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall in New England, particularly Massachusetts, highlights the importance of being ready for emergencies.

A recent report from the Environmental Working Group underscores the importance of protecting source water.