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Home » Authors » J.J. Smith

J.J. Smith

J.J. Smith is a contributing editor and DC Correspondent for The Driller. He can be reached at josephjsmith749@gmail.com.

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workforce development

EPA Funds Programs to Curb Expected Water-Sector Workforce Shortages

Grants awarded to 13 organizations for programs to attract and retain workers
J.J. Smith
September 13, 2024
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Funds to attract and retain the next generation of Water Operators.


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irrigation

As Farm Bill Expiration Date Nears, Vote on House Bill Not Yet Scheduled

House Bill contains water-supporting provisions; the Senate Farm Bill has yet to be introduced.
J.J. Smith
September 13, 2024
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The 2018 Farm Bill is set to expire September 30th.


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funding for removing lead from water systems

Northeastern States Get EPA Grants to Remove Lead from School Drinking Water

J.J. Smith
September 12, 2024
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Nearly $3 million in grant funds have been awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to six northeastern states to detect and remove lead from drinking water at schools and childcare facilities.


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EPA's Annual Drinking Water Workshop

EPA’s 2024 Drinking Water Workshop Focusing on PFAS

Workshop scheduled for September 17-19, 2024 and will focus on PFAS requirements and treatment-techniques water systems with have to implement.
J.J. Smith
September 11, 2024
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The workshop will include technical presentation sessions, in-depth training sessions, breakout group roundtable discussions, topical deep dive and posters session, regional networking session, and other networking opportunities.


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renewable energy

Enhanced Geothermal Systems Projects Get DOE Grants

The funded projects could reduce enhanced geothermal systems’ costs by 90 percent
J.J. Smith
September 9, 2024
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Projects designed to improve the construction of enhanced geothermal systems and to demonstrate how thermal energy storage can reduce energy needs for industry are receiving federal grants totaling $31 million.
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Driller breaking news

Lawsuit Alleges PVC Pipe Manufacturers Engaged in Price-Fixing

First hearing in the case is scheduled for late October
J.J. Smith
September 6, 2024
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Lawsuit alleges converters used economic crisis to overcharge for PVC pipe.


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The Importance of PFAS Research and Substantiating Data

Lead researcher says goal is to produce a portable device that conducts large-scale screening
J.J. Smith
August 30, 2024
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In this exclusive feature from our DC Correspondent, J.J. Smith, Silvana Andreescu explains the significance of nanosensor technology for PFAS detection, monitoring, and degradation. 


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U.S. ‘National Heat Strategy’ Issued in Response to Increase in Heat-Related Deaths

Union report on workplace deaths notes lack of federal rules to protect workers from extreme heat
J.J. Smith
August 28, 2024
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The Biden administration's newly issued National Heat Strategy aims to bolster U.S. resilience to extreme heat, highlighting the need for stronger workplace heat protections amidst rising heat-related deaths.


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World Water Week Conference Set for Week of August 25

HHS’ Office of Community Services also schedules water-week programs
J.J. Smith
August 24, 2024
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The U.S. Office of Community Services (OCS) is hosting online programs for World Water Week 2024, focusing on increasing access to water services for low-income households, alongside the global conference held in Stockholm.


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Costs of Complying with PFAS Rules Estimated to Be Double EPA’s Figures

Health benefits from reduced exposure to PFAS expected to offset costs, EPA says
J.J. Smith
August 23, 2024
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New cost estimates for complying with the EPA's PFAS drinking water standards suggest that the expenses could be double the agency's original figures, though the EPA asserts that the health benefits from reducing PFAS exposure will offset these costs.


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