by Southwest EFC | Jul 9, 2026 | Compliance with Drinking Water Regulations, Funding Coordination, PFAS, Policy and Legislation, Small Water Systems
Photo by @pixelshot via Canva Pro In the nation’s drinking water, EPA adopted the nation’s first PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR), effective April 2024. This rule established maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) – legally enforceable limits – for...
by Southwest EFC | Jun 30, 2026 | Data Management, Uncategorized
For any small or rural wastewater systems, reporting can become burdensome. If you serve as an operator, sampler, and lab analyst, meeting expectations around data integrity and regulatory reporting can feel overwhelming. Limited staff, time, and resources...
by Sami Stroud | Jun 8, 2026 | Infrastructure Renewal/ Replacement, Wastewater
Solar aerator on a treatment lagoon. Image Credit: Tucker Colvin, Southwest Environmental Finance Center. Small wastewater treatment plants often operate on tight budgets, but strategic, affordable upgrades can significantly boost efficiency, reduce energy costs and...
by AJ Barney | Apr 28, 2026 | Asset Management, Data Management, GIS, Utility Management, Wastewater
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers provide precise location data using satellite signals. If you are part of a water system, accurate location data is helpful to map assets, document infrastructure, and improve overall system management. ...
by Sami Stroud | Apr 15, 2026 | Small Water Systems, Workforce Development
Small water systems are the backbone of safe and reliable drinking water for millions of Americans, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Yet behind the infrastructure lies a growing concern: the sustainability of the workforce needed to operate,...
