Mary Scott Nabers
America’s water infrastructure reckoning has arrived
For too long, America’s water infrastructure has not received the prudent attention. Perhaps that is because, although it is one of America’s most essential pub…
America’s aging water systems trigger a surge in billion-dollar fixes
Investments in wastewater and water treatment infrastructure across the United States are accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Federal data from the EPA indic…
Large-scale utility projects reflect rising compliance and growth demands
Public officials throughout America are advancing critical infrastructure investments related to utilities and the planning documents indicate that projects sch…
Billions of dollars in play as communities tackle aging water infrastructure
America’s water and wastewater infrastructure is entering a period of reinvestment, and because of that, opportunities for collaboration between private sector …
Resilience projects move from planning to priority as climate risks escalate
Across the United States, weather-driven disruption is no longer an episodic challenge but a persistent condition reshaping public investment priorities. Intens…
The next infrastructure wave isn’t roads, it’s treatment plants
America’s wastewater infrastructure is suddenly having a very visible moment, and the numbers explain why. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) late…
The Final Mile – the U.S. simply must rush to finish its critical lead pipe cleanup!
An estimated 9.2 million lead service lines currently deliver drinking water to homes, businesses, schools, and unsuspecting citizens throughout the U.S. Lead w…
America confronts urgent water infrastructure needs
The focus on water is extreme in almost every state in America. That’s because there are dozens of water infrastructure projects that simply must be addressed. …
United States water quality projects present plentiful contracting opportunities in 2025
Water projects are likely to offer some of the most significant infrastructure contracting opportunities in 2025. While funding is still available at the federa…
A multi-billion-dollar water industry segment not to be overlooked
Water resources are a critical component of any region’s ecosystems. But, perhaps even more important is the realization that water is also essential for human …
New water quality standards will result in billions being spent to remediate PFAS contamination
Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a long-awaited report on water quality standards outlining the maximum contaminant levels for per- …
New funding for water and wastewater projects in less populated parts of the U.S.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced an $800 million allotment for rural infrastructure projects. Although the funding may seem insignific…
Protecting America’s water infrastructure – now a national priority with an abundance of funding
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rang in 2023 with a new program designed to provide funding for critical water infrastructure projects. Now, the …
No funding issues for water infrastructure projects – options are more abundant than ever!
In September, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $6.5 billion for Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIF…
Drive to replace lead pipes leads to many contracting opportunities
We rarely stop to consider how difficult it is to be a government leader. The responsibility to identify critical needs, focus on eminent dangers, ensure public…
Funding is slow but always available for disaster recovery projects
Looking for a diverse and lucrative public-sector marketplace? If so, don’t overlook upcoming opportunities related to natural disaster recovery in regions that…