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The EPA has issued federal limits on dangerous “forever chemicals” in drinking water, which it says will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses.

The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) was briefed today

Many take water service for granted, never giving it a second thought when they turn the tap.

The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a new rule that would greatly limit the concentration of endocrine-disrupting forever chemicals in drinking water.

The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed the first national limits on PFAS in drinking water. These so-called "forever chemicals" have been linked to an array of health issues, including infertility, thyroid problems and several types of cancer. The chemicals are used in many consumer items, including cosmetics and food packaging.

The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) has named Matthew Csik, Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance for New Jersey...

NAWC Welcomes RETTEW As General Sponsor The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) is pleased to welcome RETTEW as a General Sponsor. “We are thankful for RETTEW’s commitment to NAWC as a General Sponsor and we look forward to partnering with them to advance water infrastructure investment,” said NAWC President & CEO Robert F. Powelson. “Our two organizations are closely aligned in our missions to protect and improve the environment so communities can prosper.” RETTEW is an in...

NAWC Releases 2021 Safety Benchmarking Report Results Show Sustained Leadership in Health & Safety, Cybersecurity The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) released its annual Safety Benchmarking Report today focused on the work being done by regulated water systems to ensure worker safety and water security. “A global public health pandemic, economic turmoil, and a cybersecurity breach at a municipal system in Florida were just some of the challenges water providers faced in the pas...

JT Hand, York Water Company CEO, To Lead NAWC Small/Midsize Systems Committee National Association of Water Companies has named York Water Company President & CEO, JT Hand the Chair of its Small/Midsize Systems Committee. The Small/Midsize Systems Committee is a forum for executives from NAWC member companies with smaller service territories to share best practices, develop collaborative solutions, and create a unified voice to advocate for their interests and priorities, both within NAWC and e...

NAWC Announces Board Of Directors Members And New Chair Rob MacLean The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) has elected Rob MacLean Board of Directors Chair for the coming year. Rob MacLean joined Sugar Land, TX-based SouthWest Water Company in 2018 as President and CEO after holding various executive positions with American Water. His career has spanned more than 20 years in the water industry, and he has served as a volunteer leader for various regional and national organizations. ...