Media Coverage

News and updates from leading industry publications and new outlets.

Connecting the Contamination Dots

With stricter regulations and increased testing, many water utilities are discovering man-made chemical contaminants in their source water, some of which, like perchlorate, require advanced treatment technologies for remediation. But who will pay for the cleanup?

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How CERCLA’s PFOA, PFOS designation could impact wastewater treatment

A regulatory outlook on state and federal approaches to PFAS in the wastewater sector, and recommendations for financial preparedness.

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How reuse shifts wastewater's role in the age of client change and PFAS

As aridification and water demand collide, PFAS contamination has the potential to stress water resources past their fragile limit. Water reuse methods could be the lynchpin to address each simultaneously.

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Regulatory Updates on PFAS at Airports, and How Airports Can Get Help Paying for PFAS Remediation

Airports could be made to clean up contamination related to the use of PFAS-containing foam at their facilities in the past. These cleanup costs are significant. The article explores options for airports to mitigate risk for future costs.

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How utilities can implement cost-saving measures without compromising water quality

Q&A with SL Environmental Law Group's Senior Partner, Ken Sansone, on cost recovery strategies for utilities affected by PFAS.

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Easing the Financial Burden of Treating PFAS-Contaminated Water

This article explores how municipalities impacted by PFAS can pursue litigation against the responsible manufacturers to recover these costs.

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Pomona wins $30 million in lawsuit over perchlorate contamination in drinking water

A federal judge has awarded Pomona $30 million to close the book on the city’s protracted legal battle over contaminated drinking water, officials announced.

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With attorneys retained, Saginaw explores joining class action lawsuits

City leaders signed off on exploring attaching Saginaw to class action lawsuits and potential settlement payments from water supplies manufacturers tied to potentially dangerous chemicals found in drinking water across the nation.

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Opinion: Our water is polluted with ‘forever chemicals.’ Here’s how some agencies are stepping in.

These man-made chemicals have been used in industry and consumer products for decades and today can be found in nearly half of the tap water in the U.S.

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Verdict for City of Pomona in Water Contamination Case Upheld

After a 13-year legal battle, Pomona awarded its full past and future treatment costs: over $30 million.

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