by Sami Stroud | Dec 3, 2025 | Affordability, Compliance with Drinking Water Regulations, Compliance with Wastewater Regulations, Infrastructure Renewal/ Replacement, Policy and Legislation
Image of lead pipes used under license from Shutterstock.com from user @Ioannis7. Upgrading our drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, including the replacement of outdated lead service lines, is essential to protect public health, support local economies, and...
by Southwest EFC | Dec 19, 2023 | Compliance with Wastewater Regulations, General Management & Finance, News, Policy and Legislation, Pollution & Water Quality, Source Water Protection, Wastewater
The EPA published final recommended ambient water quality criteria to address nutrient pollution in lakes and reservoirs under Section 304(a) of the Clean Water Act in August 2021. These recommendations address water quality standards for Total Nitrogen and Total...
by Shannon Pepper | Jul 18, 2023 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Access to Water Funding Sources, Funding Coordination, Policy and Legislation
Filling up a glass of water in the sink or washing a load of dishes seem like everyday tasks, but maintaining these water and wastewater services is anything but cheap. The State Revolving Funds are a solution to providing continual funding for many water and...
by Shannon Pepper | Apr 6, 2023 | Compliance with Wastewater Regulations, Policy and Legislation
In this podcast we will discuss the basic of the National Pollutant Discharge (NPDES) permit regulations. We talk to Ben Zimmerman, a data analyst and NPDES permit enforcement coordinator with the Albuquerque Water Authority, about typical permit requirements and...
by Shannon Pepper | Dec 16, 2022 | Policy and Legislation, Stormwater, Wastewater
This podcast provides an overview of the Clean Water Act, the main provisions, history, and environmental benefits.
