Noticias sobre United States of America
New U.S. cybersecurity bill targets water system protections
The proposed Water Risk and Resilience Organization Establishment Act would establish a specialized agency with cybersecurity and water system expertise. The Water Risk and Resilience Organization (WRRO) represents a collaborative model leveraging the knowledge of the water sector.
As climate change progresses, new rainfall patterns may affect plants worldwide
April showers are increasingly becoming deluges due to climate change, and May flowers will never be the same.
GHD names Jim Giannopoulos as new global CEO
Transition builds on GHD’s 96 years of growth. Former Americas chief executive to build on growth and success of global firm.
Bruno Pigott: EPA recognizes cybersecurity as a key issue for water utilities
Based in Washington D.C., the EPA’s Office of Water works extensively with other EPA regional offices, federal agencies and state and local authorities to ensure the safety of drinking water in the United States.
Envirogen appoints Shawn Vestal as National Healthcare Manager
Water purification specialist Envirogen has appointed Shawn Vestal to the newly created position of National Healthcare Manager, responsible for expanding the company’s healthcare business in the United States, including in endoscope washer facilities in sterile processing departments and central sterile services departments (SPDs/CSSDs).
World Water Day 2024: Water as a conflict trigger and a tool for peace
Water plays a critical dual role in promoting peace and triggering conflicts on a global scale.
White House and EPA issue warning on cybersecurity threats in water sector
On Tuesday, the EPA and White House sent a letter to all U.S.
Gender inequality in access to water: an outstanding issue as we celebrate Women’s Day on March 8
We propose a simple exercise.
Study shows climate change disrupts seasonal flow of rivers
Climate change is disrupting the seasonal flow of rivers in the far northern latitudes of America, Russia and Europe and is posing a threat to water security and ecosystems, according to research published in Science.
Survey: Utility digital strategies not keeping pace with customer expectations and behaviors
Websites and mobile apps are the first places most customers turn when they want self-service, have questions or experience a problem with a product or service, and in many service industries—including wealth management, property and casualty insurance and retirement plans—they find what they need.
Atmospheric scientist explores new drought prediction models
NOAA-funded UH project targets drought predictability amid rising climate concerns.
Nadine Leslie appointed as new President & CEO of Middlesex Water Company
Middlesex Water Company has named Nadine Leslie as its new President & CEO effective March 1, 2024.
World had warmest January 2024 on record
The record-breaking trend seen for much of 2023 has continued in 2024, with January being the hottest January on record.
U.S. EPA program to bring wastewater services to 150 more underserved rural communities
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DOE annouces $72 million to support efficient use of water for electric generation
46 hydroelectric projects across 19 states will receive up to $71.5 million to increase generation efficiency.
Combatting cyber threats: U.S. sanctions Iranian actors over water infrastructure attacks
The U.S. imposes sanctions on officials from the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) for cyber attacks on critical infrastructure. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) focuses efforts to support vulnerable sectors like water and wastewater utilities.
United States warns of China hacking threat to its water and energy sectors
The US authorities have accused a group of hackers allegedly linked to the Chinese government of launching a massive cyberattack against several strategic targets, including the US water, transportation and energy sectors, according to a press statement released by the U.S.
Moody’s flags ‘very high’ cyber risks in water sector amid digitalisation
At the end of 2023, news broke out about a cyberattack on Aliquippa’s municipal water system, serving 6,615 customers, in western Pennsylvania.
Artificial intelligence in the face of climate change: How it will help us prevent floods
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing flood management, addressing the increasing intensity and frequency of these events attributed to climate change.
Rainmaker Worldwide Inc. finalizes the acquisition of Miranda Water Treatment Systems
Rainmaker Worldwide Inc., Ontario, (“RWI”) a subsidiary of Rainmaker Worldwide Inc., Nevada (“Rainmaker” or “RAKR”) and Miranda Water Treatment Systems (“Miranda”) have finalized the transfer of Miranda shares and Michael Skinner, managing partner of Viva Industries Inc., has assumed the role of Chairman and CEO of Miranda.