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Great Lakes Nutrient Removal Assistance Act Could Provide $500 Million to EPA

Great Lakes Nutrient Removal Assistance Act Could Provide $500 Million to EPA

Water Management May 18, 2015 at 12:00 am

In April, Congressman Brian Higgins (D-N.Y.) announced legislation aimed at updating water infrastructure essential to protecting the Great Lakes and the communities that surround them.

Massive Texas Water Project Cleared to Apply for TWDB Funding

Water Finance May 18, 2015 at 12:00 am

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) announced last month that the Integrated Pipeline Project (IPP), a nearly $2.3 billion project, has been approved to apply for $440 million by the state as part of water plan approved by voters in 2013.

Poll: 80 Percent of Americans Say Sustainable Water Is National Priority

Water Finance May 18, 2015 at 12:00 am

In May, the Value of Water Coalition released the results of a poll that asked Americans about the importance of water in their lives. The results of the survey paint a stark picture about the role water plays in everyday life and the urgent action needed to ensure a safe, reliable water supply for all communities.

FMI: Convergence of Design, Construction Drive M&A Activity in 2015

Water Management May 18, 2015 at 12:00 am

According to the latest edition of FMI?s Mergers & Acquisitions Trends, the impact of large, transformational deals by integrated engineers and constructors (E&C) last year will spur continued merger and acquisition (M&A) activity this year, as the largest firms use acquisitions to drive growth and enter new markets.

WATER QUALITY: NASA Joins Effort on Algal Bloom Monitoring

Water Management May 18, 2015 at 12:00 am

NASA has joined forces with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and U.S. Geological Survey to transform satellite data designed to probe ocean biology into information that will help protect the American public from harmful freshwater algal blooms.

New York Rep. Higgins Announces Legislation to Protect Great Lakes Water

Water Management May 11, 2015 at 12:00 am

In April, Congressman Brian Higgins (D-N.Y.) announced legislation aimed to update water infrastructure essential to protecting the Great Lakes and the communities that surround them. The legislation is also supported by Reps. Louise Slaughter (D-N.Y.), Rep. Sander Levin (D-Mich.) and Rep. Gwen Moore (D-Wisc.).

Dr. Wallace ?J? Nichols To Give ACE15 Opening General Session Keynote

Dr. Wallace ?J? Nichols To Give ACE15 Opening General Session Keynote

Water Management May 11, 2015 at 12:00 am

Dr. Wallace ?J? Nichols will address water professionals at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, June 8 during the opening general session of the American Water Works Association?s Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE15) at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif.

EPA Issues Health Advisory Levels for Cyanotoxins

Water Management May 11, 2015 at 12:00 am

The U.S. EPA recently issued health advisories values for two cyanotoxins ? microcystin and cylindrospermopsin ? ahead of its public meeting and webinar, scheduled for today.

Infrastructure Week Kicks Off in Washington, D.C., Across the United States

Water Management May 11, 2015 at 12:00 am

The third annual Infrastructure Week kicks off today and will bring together America?s leading organizations representing the full spectrum of business, labor and public policy throughout the week.

CH2M Rebrands, Drops Hill

CH2M Rebrands, Drops Hill

Water Management May 4, 2015 at 12:00 am

CH2M HILL recently announced it has adopted a refreshed brand and logo designed to better reflect its clients? needs and its own ambitions for growth. The company has also adopted a simpler brand name, CH2M.