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miami herald, july 22, 2010
Mayor Robaina shares vision for new water plant with businesses
At a conference on water issues, Hialeah Mayor Julio Robaina shared the history of and plans for the nearly $100 million water plant that the city is building with Miami-Dade County.
PRESS RELEASE, JULY 20, 2010
Partnership Highlights Best Practices to Improve Economic Competitiveness for Businesses
MIAMI, FL — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) today launched the “Water is Your Business” series to educate public leaders, businesses, and citizens on the importance of water infrastructure to public and environmental health, and the economic vitality of their communities. The kickoff event brought together more than 50 business leaders to examine drinking and wastewater infrastructure needs in the context of regional water management issues.
PRESS RELEASE, MAY 18, 2010
National Association of Water Companies Supports National Public Works Week, Honors Clean Water Act Creators
WASHINGTON — The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) today partnered with other leading infrastructure organizations to recognize the efforts of tens of thousands of Americans who provide and maintain the systems and services of America’s public works. Celebrating National Public Works Week, NAWC recognizes the historic passage of the Clean Water Act in 1972 and the Safe Drinking Water Act in 1974 and the men and women committed to helping communities across the country achieve the important objectives of these national commitments every day.
american city & county, may 3, 2010
Water Companies Support Proposed Water Infrastructure Bill
The Washington-based National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) is supporting passage of Senate Bill 3262, the Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act of 2010 (SWIIA), which was introduced in late April. The bill would remove state volume caps on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater projects, according to NAWC.
press release, april 28, 2010
National Association of Water Companies Supports Senate Action on Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act of 2010
WASHINGTON — The National Association of Water Companies supports today’s introduction of the bipartisan Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act of 2010 (S.3262) by Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and cosponsors Senator Kit Bond (R-MO), Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Senator John Kerry (D-MA). The bill will remove state volume caps on private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater projects, freeing up billions of private capital dollars for investment in the nation’s water infrastructure. A similar bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives last year by Congressman Bill Pascrell
usa today, april 21, 2010
Cities Wring Cash Out of Utilities
Tight budgets and falling revenues are prompting cities across the USA to consider selling municipal water and sewer systems to private companies.
American Water, which operates in 35 states, is discussing deals with 75 municipalities and other entities — the most in at least four years, CEO Don Correll says.
The Huffington Post, april 16, 2010
Paying America's Water Bill, by Michael Deane
As we dive headfirst into Spring and commemorate our appreciation for the earth and its natural resources through events like World Water Day, Earth Day and the upcoming Water Appreciation Month (May), it is nice to see the media coming along for the ride, too, particularly as it relates to water. National Geographic dedicated its entire April issue to the topic of water and The New York Times (NYT) continues its assessment of the nation's water quality, water infrastructure and related regulatory systems. Earlier this week, the editors of the NYT posed this important question about our water systems to a number of guest contributors: "How can the nation begin to address the prevalent risks, given the overwhelming financial costs?"
The Huffington Post, March 31, 2010
EPA's Fix a Leak Week - Making Every Drop Count, by Michael Deane
Last week was the EPA's Fix a Leak Week, established to highlight the significant savings that can be achieved by addressing leaking water pipes and fixtures. Promoting the agency's WaterSense program, municipalities and private companies across the country participated in activities ranging from educating consumers to actually fixing leaks while bringing attention to the very serious issues associated with water leakage.
PRESS RELEASE, March 23, 2010
NAWC Applauds House Passage of Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010
WASHINGTON — The National Association of Water Companies applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010 (HR 4849) today, and urges that the Senate pass this bill that will stimulate the economy through a number of important initiatives, including investment in our nation’s aging water infrastructure.
The Huffington Post, March 22, 2010
Reflecting on World Water Day
Today, March 22nd, people and organizations across the world will recognize the 18th Annual World Water Day raising the profile of the importance of safe, reliable water for everyone. Around one billion people — that's nine zeros — lack sufficient access to healthy water and World Water Day, first established by the United Nations (UN), provides the opportunity for everyone to get involved. With increased awareness created by programs that stem from events like World Water Day, 200 million people have gained access to clean water in the past decade — this is progress, but there's still much to do.
PRESS RELEASE, March 17, 2010
NAWC Applauds House Ways and Means Committee Passage of Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010
WASHINGTON — The National Association of Water Companies applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010 (HR 4849) today, and urges that the Senate pass this bill that will stimulate the economy through a number of important initiatives, including investment in our nation’s aging water infrastructure.
PRESS RELEASE, March 8, 2010
Water Service Providers to Deliver Annual Report to Congressional Leaders
Water Service Providers to Deliver Annual Report to Congressional Leaders
National Association of Water Companies Members to Brief Elected Officials on Private Water Solutions
WASHINGTON —The National Association of Water Companies’ (NAWC) Annual Report to Congressional Leaders kicks off tomorrow with scheduled meetings with elected officials on Capitol Hill. NAWC represents a wide range of private water service industry companies who provide water and wastewater service to nearly one quarter of all water customers in the United States.
The Huffington Post, February 19, 2010
Addressing America's Aging Infrastructure
I read Bob Herbert's recent column (New York Times, Feb. 16) with great interest. Appropriately asking "What's Wrong with Us?," Herbert ignited an often-overlooked, but necessary dialogue about our nation's aging infrastructure. As the comments well illustrate, (there were 309 of them before the forum closed to additional reactions) our national priorities often overlook serious issues right under our nose, or in case of our drinking and waste water infrastructure, literally under our feet.
The Huffington Post, February 12, 2010
Water: Don't Lose It, Reuse It! By Michael Deane
It's hard for many to process the fact that although 70 percent of the Earth's surface is covered by water, we can only access about one percent as potable fresh water. As awareness of a potential water scarcity grows, so does the global effort to reuse water traditionally used for everyday functions like bathing, flushing, cooking and cleaning. Purple pipe reuse programs are well underway that vastly reduce demand on potable water by replacing it with treated wastewater from commercial and residential locations everywhere, contributing to an impressive reduction of wastewater discharge into bodies of water and the subsequent environmental impact of pollutants.
PRESS RELEASE, February 9, 2010
Water Research Foundation Appoints Dennis W. Doll to Board of Trustees
Seasoned Industry Executive to Support Foundation Mission to Advance the Science of Water
WASHINGTON — The Water Research Foundation recently named National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) Board Member Dennis W. Doll, chief executive officer of Middlesex Water Company, to a three-year term on its board of trustees beginning June 2010. With Doll’s election, Middlesex joins NAWC member Diane Kruger of Golden State Water Company on the governing body of the Foundation.
The Wilkes-Barre Times Leaders (PA), January 25, 2010
Letter to the Editor: Hazelton’s water plan will fill area’s needs
The Times Leader’s recent article (“Hazleton mayor’s water proposal is popular way to make money in Pa.,” Jan. 8) provides a refreshingly balanced and thoughtful look at the many elements that must be considered in a community’s charge to provide affordable, clean water for its residents and businesses.
The Huffington Post, January 19, 2010
Water Environment Protection Efforts Must be Collaborative
Let me ask you a question. When someone asks where your water comes from, do you point to your kitchen faucet, or does your mind go to the lake 30 minutes up the road? Research shows that most Americans give the first answer, evidence that we take our nearly universal access to high-quality drinking water and 24/7 effective wastewater management for granted.
The Huffington Post, january 18, 2010
OPINION: Can the Water Issues of 2020 be seen with 20/20 Vision?
Some are uncomfortable referring to the water industry as just that: an industry. But there is no denying that's what it is. It has developed over the years gradually, beginning with small local utilities supplying mostly drinking water. Wastewater treatment as we think of it today didn't come along until later. And of course government bodies regulating these utilities at nearly all levels of government sprung up, and entire water-focused manufacturing, engineering and scientific industries now exist. There are also several organizations like where I work that represent parts of that larger industry, and still other independent organizations designed to keep an eye on us all.
Hazelton Standard Speaker (PA), January 18, 2010
OPINION: Private water provides ideal partner for sustainable community
Americans are fortunate to have options for how we get the basic necessities of life, like food and shelter and water. It is important that Hazleton residents consider every opportunity to generate economic growth and community development when planning for a sustainable future.
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