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Webinar on Water Sector Careers for Veterans

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On September 13, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. EDT, EPA will host a webinar for water and wastewater operator certification programs and state drinking water and wastewater programs on recruiting and training veterans for careers in the water sector. Topics … Continue reading

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DC Water Promotes Tap Water for Inauguration

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George S. Hawkins, General Manager of the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority, has written a letter to Senator Charles E. Schumer, Chairman, Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, asking the Chairman and his Committee to revisit the decision … Continue reading

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Improving the Brand Image of a Local Water Utility

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The Washington City Paper, a weekly publication that highlights local politics and events in the greater D.C. region, recently wrote a cover article about how the local water utility is working with area restaurants, brewers, and bakers to raise the … Continue reading

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Florida PSC Retains Existing Leverage Formula ROEs

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The Florida Public Service Commission has decided to retain its current leverage formula range for use in determining the return on equity (ROE) for water and wastewater utilities (see: Water and Wastewater Industry Annual Reestablishment of Authorized Range of Return … Continue reading

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Paradox of value: What value do you place on the reliable delivery of clean and safe drinking water?

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There is no denying that water is a life sustaining commodity—it is the foundation of life and a basic need.  Water is needed in every aspect of daily life, from drinking to cooking, and directly affects every aspect of the … Continue reading

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Aquarion Water Co. Donates to Housatonic Valley Association

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Aquarion Water Company recently donated $12,500 to the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA).  The donation was a matching grant to five participating companies that each donated $2,500 in support of HVA’s mission to conserve the natural character and environmental health of … Continue reading

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Aqua America's VA Susidiary Acquires Water Systems

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Aqua America, Inc., announced that its Virginia subsidiary, Aqua Virginia, Inc., has acquired the water system assets of Fox Run Water Co., Inc., and Moseley-Nash Enterprises, Inc. for approximately $400,000.  The 26 water systems serve about 3,500 people and businesses … Continue reading

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American Water Releases New White Paper

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American Water recently released a new white paper titled, Financing Solutions for Water Infrastructure Investment, on its website. Click Here for a direct link to the pdf of the new white paper.  

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OK Wastewater Treatment Plant Wins Safety Award

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The City of Clinton, OK, has been named winner of the 2012 George W. Burke, Jr., Facility Safety Award by the Water Environment Federation, a global technical and educational organization representing water quality professionals. The award, which is given annually … Continue reading

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California American Water Becomes Newest Powerhouse Science Center Founding Partner

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The Powerhouse Science Center in Sacramento annouced that California American Water has joined the campaign to build the premier science learning center serving Northern California. As a founding partner, California American joins other regional leaders and organizations in a cooperative … Continue reading

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