California Articles

The Crescenta Valley Water District created a science fiction competition for middle and high school students to imagine a world without water...

Most days are pretty smooth in the laboratory where Heidi Birdsell works. But if a test of a wastewater sample plant indicates something...

Water quality varies significantly across the United States, influenced by local geology, infrastructure and environmental factors. Here’s a factual overview of how...

Inland Empire Utilities Agency saw an increase in sewer system debris during the COVID pandemic. Residents flushed napkins, wipes, tissues, paper towels and...

Following a major failure at Richmond, Virginia's water treatment plant, its team of operators has stepped up in a big way to...

A snow-related power outage at Richmond, Virginia's main water plant recently caused untreated water to flood critical infrastructure, halting water production. Most recently,...

California, federal and international representatives recently gathered near the southern border to celebrate a state-funded pilot project to help clean up the...

Across the U.S., wastewater treatment plants are turning what was once considered waste into valuable energy. Here are a few standout facilities leading...

The Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District has been an early adopter of power generation at its wastewater treatment plant. The district, which serves...

Over 170 environmental groups have petitioned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to monitor microplastics in drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act...

Federal officials and California congressional members recently announced a $400 million expansion and upgrade project for the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment...

The East Bay Municipal Utility District aims to be carbon neutral by 2030 and so constantly looks for ways to conserve power...

The Eastern Municipal Water District started its Landscapes for Living program during the COVID pandemic, when residents were home more and spending...

Arkansas City, Kansas, recently reported a cybersecurity incident at its water treatment plant, prompting investigations by the FBI and the U.S. Department...