Noticias sobre United States of America
Rising seas to endanger 2.5 million US residents and 1.4 million homes by mid-century
As sea levels rise and the tides push further inland, a new report warns that millions of Americans, particularly the elderly and socially vulnerable, are living in the path of worsening coastal flood risk.
Utah becomes first U.S. state to ban fluoride in public water
Utah has officially become the first state in the United States to ban the addition of fluoride to its public water systems, the BBC reports.
NASA uses advanced radar to track groundwater in California
Where California’s towering Sierra Nevada surrender to the sprawling San Joaquin Valley, a high-stakes detective story is unfolding.
Bipartisan Bill aims to strengthen cybersecurity for rural water systems
Small water and wastewater utilities across the United States may soon receive a much-needed boost to their cybersecurity defenses, following the reintroduction of bipartisan legislation in the Senate.
EPA announces it will reconsider 2024 water pollution limits for coal power plants
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EPA to revise wastewater rules for oil and gas to boost U.S. energy
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Administrator Zeldin announces EPA will revise Waters of the United States Rule
Clearer, streamlined permitting will cut compliance costs, reduce cost of living, follow Supreme Court rulings.
Global sea ice cover reaches an all-time minimum as streak of record temperatures continues
The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), implemented by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts on behalf of the European Commission with funding from the EU, routinely publishes monthly climate bulletins reporting on the changes observed in global surface air and sea temperatures, sea ice cover and hydrological variables.
First-of-its-kind AI tool can predict water quality across the US
Every day, the United States’ extensive water supply system faces pressure to deliver safe water.
Ecolab appoints Michel Doukeris to Board of Directors
The board of directors of Ecolab Inc.
Atmospheric rivers explain atypical El Niño and La Niña years
El Niño and La Niña are climate phenomena that are generally associated with wetter and drier winter conditions in the Southwestern United States, respectively.
Trump eliminates USAID: what will happen to water and sanitation programs?
The Trump administration's decision to dismantle the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has sparked intense debate in the international community.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announces EPA’s “Powering the Great American Comeback” initiative
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Latest Water, Peace and Security analysis calls for action to reduce global water-related tensions
Global temperatures reaching new highs threatening food supply NASA scientists reported that 2024 was the hottest year on record.
Alex Simalabwi appointed new Executive Secretary and CEO of Global Water Partnership
New Executive Secretary and CEO Joins Leadership Team to Boost GWP’s Mission on Water Security and Climate Resilience
Research reveals hurricane impact on water resources
Tropical storms like hurricanes are not only terrifying, but also incredibly costly for coastal regions across the United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
Radhika Fox: “Water issues transcend national borders”
For Radhika Fox, water isn’t just a resource — it’s a lifeline that sustains communities, drives economic opportunity, and enables a resilient future.
Calgon Carbon and American Water partner to support PFAS treatment in 10 states
Calgon Carbon, a subsidiary of Kuraray, and American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, have announced a nine-year exclusive supply agreement.
Unregulated contaminants found in drinking water of over 97 million Americans
Nearly a third of people in the U.S.
EPA draft risk assessment explores PFOA and PFOS impact in biosolids
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