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With 99% of Hawai‘i’s drinking water sourced from groundwater, the stakes remain high. 

The Army Corps of Engineers is giving local governments, tribes, and nonprofits a chance to propose water-related projects—like improving flood control, water supply, or environmental infrastructure—for possible inclusion in its 2026 report to Congress. While this doesn’t mean projects will be built right away, it’s the first step in getting federal attention and funding.

As the U.S. powers up for a data-driven future, the cost isn’t just measured in dollars or kilowatt-hours; it's water.

Zeldin highlighted the agency’s accelerated permit reviews and chemical safety processes as examples of balancing speed with safety.

A mysterious white slurry leaking into the Hutchinson River has triggered a rapid response from federal and state environmental agencies. Investigators traced the spill to a local cement plant, prompting enforcement action and ongoing monitoring.

The EPA has launched a 2025 reorganization to streamline operations, cut costs, and integrate science into policy—aiming for faster reviews and greater efficiency.

The incident occurred where a private contractor was conducting routine water well drilling. During the operation, unexpected emissions of hydrogen sulfide.

'Uncertainty' about federal funding as directed by NEPA and the CWA is prevalent among utilities, according to Sigl, who said NEPA “has been extremely volatile since late” 2024.  

Daniel Hidalgo to lead regional growth and global marketing efforts in newly expanded role at Flomatic.

ince the IIJA’s inception, “thousands of projects have started, including projects to upgrade treatment plants, replace aging systems, and support the needs of small communities.”