Water


Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska Towns Assess Brownfields with Stimulus Funds

EPA distributed more than $730,000 to help three Iowa towns, Kansas City, Mo., and Lincoln, Neb.

Jane Goodall Institute to Expand Conservation with USAID Grant

The $5.5 million will enable the institute and its partners to continue work in western Tanzania for endangered species, including chimpanzees.

WERF to Administer $10 M for Infrastructure Technology Studies

EPA provided funding to the Water Environment Research Foundation through a cooperative agreement to evaluate new technologies that address aging U.S. water and wastewater infrastructure.

USGS-sponsored Study to Uncover Mineral Supplies

The U.S. Geological Survey says information about copper, lithium, rare earth elements, uranium, and phosphate resources is important for security and land-use decisions.

AVRC, CyberMetrix Win DOE Electric Test Vehicle Contract

AVRC and CyberMetrix will design and construct a research platform vehicle for use in analysis and testing of multiple combinations of electric vehicle drive-train components.

UK's Davyhulme Upgrade to Process Sludge for Power

Black & Veatch will use Cambi Process in the design of an upgrade for one of the United Kingdom's largest wastewater treatment plants.

EPA Proposes Strict Smog Rules; One for the Public, One for Trees

Agency estimates the cost of standards will about equal their benefits, depending on the final standard adopted.



Governors Pick 6 States to Develop Building Retrofit Programs

The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices will help Colorado, Hawaii, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Utah and Wisconsin retrofit their state buildings for energy efficiency.

Baylor Study Links Phosphorus Level to Water, Plant Declines

Using the Baylor Experimental Aquatic Research stream facility, researchers found that concentrations above 20 parts per billion resulted in more algae growth and lower dissolved oxygen.

Toho Water Authority to Deploy Aclara AMI

Kissimmee, Fla., authority will pilot the Star Network advanced metering infrastructure system to enhance service and conserve resources.

Green Mining Technologies, Earth Explorations Buy Gold Mine

Consortium of companies is using new technology to diminish the environmental impact of precious metal mining.

PennFuture, Group File Appeal on Mine Water Treatment Permit

Attorneys say mining company is using less stringent, emergency cleanup standards in a non-emergency situation.

Consultant Lists Top 10 Green Building Trends for 2010

Green building consultant Jerry Yudelson offers his insights on the green building industry.

EPA Confirms Permit for Hobet 45 Mine; Halts Work on Spruce No. 1

Agency works with mountaintop mining companies to ensure compliance with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

Xcel Energy to Provide Funding for Energy Efficiency Promoter

Nonprofit Energy Smart will help Minnesota businesses save money through energy efficiency.

EPA Sets 5 Sessions to Get Input on Potential Stormwater Rule

During January, EPA will be listening to what the public thinks about strengthening stormwater regulations, especially for new development and redevelopment.

Inspectors Raise Radon Awareness, Seek to Reduce Risk

The aim of National Radon Action Month is to increase the public's awareness of radon, promote radon testing and mitigation for existing dwellings, and help newly constructed homes become more radon resistant.