On the surface, the water “business” may not make sense. Water utilities work around the clock to capture, treat and transport a vital product through vast infrastructure to ensure it meets health standards and is available to consumers on demand. It seems like utilities could charge a lot for such a product. Yet, as we know, they often encourage people to use less of it.

The American Society of Civil Engineers' "Report Card for America's Infrastructure" provides an opportunity to talk about the need to fund water infrastructure projects.

El Paso Water in Texas recently broke ground on an innovative Advanced Water Purification Facility that will provide an additional future water supply in the increasingly arid region.

Losing water due to broken pipes is part of operating a water system. Water utilities work to minimize the amount of water that is lost and allocate funds to repair infrastructure. 

As much of the United States deals with a stretch of frigid weather, it is important to know how to keep your home’s plumbing safe from freezing. When water freezes, it expands, which could damage your home’s water pipes. This blog offers some tips to avoid these emergencies.

If water emergencies concern you, you are not alone. A 2023 survey of water professionals called the State of the Water Industry indicated the nation’s aging water infrastructure is the second-most concerning challenge facing the sector. But help is on the way.

Cybersecurity for public infrastructure systems, such as water utilities, has been making national news headlines recently. This stems from bad actors attempting to hack or otherwise compromise the technology that controls important aspects of water treatment. U.S. water systems are diligently preparing to defend themselves against cyber threats from bad actors, whether on the screen or in real life.

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.

As winter’s grip tightens and January temperatures fall, it is important to take proper precautions for your home’s water pipes. This is important because water expands as it freezes, putting pressure on the pipes, which can cause them to break.

Some water utilities around the North America are announcing planned increases to water rates. Rate increases aren’t usually celebrated by consumers – especially among households struggling to meet essential needs -- but it’s worthwhile to consider for a moment why they are necessary.