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U.S. Fast-Tracks 10 New Mining Projects to Boost Critical Mineral Production

The latest round of projects includes proposed developments targeting copper, nickel, palladium, uranium, silver, and titanium dioxide.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
May 5, 2025
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President Donald Trump has also directed a review of potential tariffs on critical mineral imports, further signaling a policy shift toward bolstering domestic mining as a matter of national economic and security strategy.


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Shelter-in-Place Lifted Following Hydrogen Sulfide Release in Brenham

Brenham is located approximately 75 minutes northwest of downtown Houston
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
May 5, 2025
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The incident occurred where a private contractor was conducting routine water well drilling. During the operation, unexpected emissions of hydrogen sulfide.


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Flomatic Promotes Daniel Hidalgo to LATAM Sales and Marketing Manager

The drilling waste management market is expected to hit $8.2 billion by 2033, a growth of 5.9% per year.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
May 2, 2025
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Daniel Hidalgo to lead regional growth and global marketing efforts in newly expanded role at Flomatic.


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GOP Senator Says Work Started on Reauthorizing IIJA Water-Infrastructure Programs

Support for water projects by rural and underserved communities among bill’s priorities
J.J. Smith
May 1, 2025
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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.”


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EPA Hosts Public Meeting on East Troy Contaminated Aquifer

The contamination—mostly PCE and TCE, both linked to health risks—has impacted soil, groundwater, and even indoor air.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
April 30, 2025
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Community members in Troy are invited to attend a public meeting this evening where the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will present plans for a short-term soil cleanup at the East Troy Contaminated Aquifer Superfund site.


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Open House on Charlevoix Superfund Cleanup Effort

The cleanup plan is part of a broader initiative to ensure the long-term health of Charlevoix’s drinking water supply.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
April 30, 2025
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The event will take place at the Charlevoix Public Library’s Community Room A, brings together representatives from the EPA, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).


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Celebrating Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Projects

The EPA recognized 38 water infrastructure projects for excellence and innovation.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
April 29, 2025
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Senior Advisor Jessica Kramer recognized 38 outstanding projects that show how smart investment and creative thinking can make a real difference.


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Score of Actions Listed Under EPA’s New PFAS Initiative

Actions include EPA designating itself as the lead agency to address PFAS
J.J. Smith
April 29, 2025
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The new initiative will enable EPA to tackle “PFAS from all of EPA’s program offices, advancing research and testing, stopping PFAS from getting into drinking water systems, holding polluters accountable, and providing certainty for passive receivers,” said EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.


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EPA Awards $49 Million to Support Wastewater Solutions in Rural, Small, and Tribal Communities

This isn’t just about pipes and treatment plants—it’s about creating healthier, more resilient communities for the long haul.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
April 29, 2025
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This effort is part of the EPA’s broader Powering the Great American Comeback initiative, which aims to make sure everyone—no matter where they live—can count on clean air, land, and especially water.


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Letter from the Editor: Geothermal’s Moment Has Arrived

Geothermal is no longer an outlier.
John Oldani
John Oldani
April 22, 2025
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The growth stats are impressive: NY-GEO’s membership has tripled since 2014, and federal projections point to 80 million homes with ground source systems by 2050. 


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