News about Americas
U.S. EPA publishes new guidance to help water systems identify and replace lead pipes
Two new guides help water utilities inventory unknown service lines and document access barriers, using worked examples to clarify federal requirements.
NADBank backs $164 million water conservation push in Texas and Mexico
Binational officials unveil funding for irrigation efficiency upgrades in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, alongside progress on water reliability projects across the border in Mexico.
US CISA reports over 100 water systems targeted in July cyberattacks
Federal officials urge American utilities to cut internet exposure of industrial controllers after intrusions caused lockouts and outages at facilities across multiple states.
What 40 years of data reveal about America’s rivers and aquifers
A new USGS analysis of 24,000 monitoring sites across four decades finds that America's rivers and aquifers are increasingly out of step; streamflow is trending up in many regions even as groundwater levels fall beneath them.
US approves new Colorado River rules as reservoirs hit record lows
The Department of the Interior has finalised operating guidelines for 2027 and 2028 along with a ten-year decision framework for the Colorado River, cutting water deliveries to Lower Basin states as Lake Powell and Lake Mead sit at their lowest combined level since before Lake Powell began filling in 1963.
Xylem appoints Andrea van der Berg as New Chief Financial Officer
Xylem has named Andrea van der Berg as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Bill Grogan.
City of Toronto selects GHD to develop greenhouse gas mitigation strategy for Toronto Water
GHD will lead the development of a greenhouse gas mitigation strategy for Toronto Water, identifying emissions reduction measures and supporting the city’s climate objectives through stakeholder engagement, innovation and operational planning.
West Virginia adds $145 million for water infrastructure under new state strategy
A newly launched Clean, Clear Water Strategy channels state funding toward water and wastewater upgrades, prioritizing communities facing failing systems and boil water orders.
Corpus Christi starts $108 million reclaimed water pipeline project
A new reclaimed water pipeline will provide 11 million gallons per day of additional non-potable water capacity for Corpus Christi’s industrial users, helping reduce pressure on freshwater supplies.
Stantec to design Toronto’s new High Rate Treatment Facility
Stantec has been selected by the City of Toronto to provide design and construction administration services for a new High Rate Treatment Facility intended to reduce combined sewer overflows and improve water quality across the city's waterways.
Gradiant names water industry veteran Nish Vora to lead Americas expansion
Gradiant has named a new Americas leader and opened three US offices plus a Houston innovation hub, betting on AI infrastructure to drive water demand.
U.S. EPA opens $10.8 million grant window to train water sector workers
The EPA opens a new funding round to train drinking water and wastewater workers as retirements loom and utilities face growing technical and cybersecurity demands.
Veralto to acquire Cleanwater1 in $465 million deal
Veralto (NYSE: VLTO) has agreed to acquire Cleanwater1 for $465 million in a deal expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, adding disinfection, solids management and odour filtration technologies to its water treatment portfolio.
Study finds PFAS destruction gap widens as regulators tighten forever chemical limits
A new study from the Global Impact Coalition and BCG finds that PFAS treatment technology hasn't kept pace with tightening regulation on 'forever chemicals.'
Bentley Systems appoints Andy Rahden as new Chief Revenue Officer
Andy Rahden, who joined Bentley in 2023 to lead its global "success force," takes over as Chief Revenue Officer as the infrastructure engineering software firm sharpens its focus on AI-driven growth.
Colorado River reservoirs hit record lows as a divided basin gets its plan for the next decade
Lake Mead and Lake Powell fell to their lowest levels on record shortly after Reclamation released its ten-year Colorado River plan, which spares Upper Basin states while imposing mandatory cuts on Arizona, Nevada and California.
Appeals Court upholds EPA’s “hazardous” label for forever chemicals PFOA and PFOS
The D.C. Circuit has ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency acted within its authority when it classified PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances under the Superfund law, a decision that keeps polluters liable for the cost of cleaning up contamination.
Regulators approve H2O America’s Quadvest acquisition in Texas
The Texas Water Company and its affiliate will absorb Quadvest's water and wastewater operations across the Houston metro area after clearing state and federal regulatory review, with the acquisition expected to close on October 1, 2026.
Aegea CFO André Pires de Oliveira Dias announces departure following leadership transition
Aegea Saneamento is reshaping its finance leadership as André Pires de Oliveira Dias leaves his CFO and Investor Relations Officer roles to take on a strategic position at controlling shareholder Grupo Equipav.
Valley Water awards $1.88 billion contract to rebuild Anderson Dam
The Santa Clara County water agency has awarded a $1.88 billion construction contract to Flatiron Dragados Sukut ADSRP Joint Venture, kicking off a seven-year effort to rebuild Anderson Dam and restore the reservoir to full capacity.