Virginia's new bill allows geothermal heat pump owners to sell Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) to utility companies, significantly reducing installation costs and fostering job growth in the geothermal industry.
A year of record-breaking global temperatures underscores the critical need for drilling companies to adopt comprehensive heat safety measures to protect their workers.
OSHA's proposed federal rule mandates protections for workers in extreme heat, requiring employers to implement safety measures, including breaks, shade, and water.
A recent study uncovers widespread PFAS contamination in European drinking water, raising global concerns about water safety and its implications for the drilling industry.
Governor Brad Little's executive order temporarily resolves Idaho's water rights conflict, emphasizing the need for a sustainable long-term solution to protect water resources and farmers' livelihoods.
The EPA’s Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds and the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act program have helped communities access over $270 billion in funding
A recent report from the California State Water Resources Control Board indicates nearly 1 million Californians receive water from failing systems, highlighting urgent needs for infrastructure improvements.
A study predicts that rising groundwater temperatures could make water undrinkable for up to 75 million people by 2100, highlighting the need for proactive measures in the drilling industry.
California's new water restriction regulations will significantly affect urban water suppliers, with the most substantial cuts expected in the Central Valley, South Coast, and Tulare Lake regions.