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Perspective: “The Financial Impact of Alternative Water Project Delivery Models” in the Water Sector

The Water Finance Center developed this companion perspective document to a UNC EFC report on Alternative Water Project Delivery Models to broaden understanding of this alternative procurement method.

EFAB Infrastructure Letter to EPA Administrator

EFAB letter to the EPA Administrator expressing its support of a range of approaches to investment in America's water and wastewater infrastructure.

EPA Administrator's Response to EFAB Infrastructure Letter

EPA Administrator's response to EFAB's letter expressing EFAB's support of a range of approaches to investment in America's water and wastewater infrastructure.

Water Infrastructure and Resiliency Finance Center

The Water Infrastructure and Resiliency Finance Center serves as a resource to communities to improve their wastewater, drinking water and stormwater systems, particularly through innovative financing and increased resiliency to climate change.

Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR)

The EPA supports the environmentally sound recycling of coal combustion residuals (CCRs) and has developed regulations on the safe disposal of CCR in landfills and surface impoundments.

EPA's Tribal Drinking Water Funding Programs

EPA works with Tribal Governments and Tribal Utilities to help their systems comply with the SDWA to improve access to safe drinking water.

Drinking Water Infrastructure Grants - Tribal Set-Aside Program

The Safe Drinking Water Act (SWDA), as amended in 1996, established the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) to make funds available to drinking water systems to finance infrastructure improvements.

EPA NY, NJ and the Caribbean: Smart Sectors Program

Learn more about EPA’s Smart Sectors program for the New England region.

EPA Great Lakes: Smart Sectors Program

Learn more about EPA’s Smart Sectors program for the Great Lakes region.

EPA Pacific Northwest: Smart Sectors Program

Learn more about EPA’s Smart Sectors program for the Pacific Northwest region.

EPA Pacific Southwest: Smart Sectors Program

Learn more about EPA’s Smart Sectors program for the Pacific Southwest region.

Fact Sheet: Community Impacts from Upcoming Construction

Summary of upcoming construction activities related to the Wyckoff-Eagle Harbor Superfund site that will impact the Bainbridge Island community.

Successful Applicants for Wetland Program Development Grants in Region 10

Summaries of past Wetland Program Development Grants awarded in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Region 10).

EPA Region 8: Smart Sectors Program

Learn more about EPA’s Smart Sectors program for the Region 8 states of Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.

Past Recipients of Five Star Wetland and Urban Waters Restoration Grants

Over 300 projects have been funded through the Five Star Program.

EPA Midwest: Smart Sectors Program

Learn more about EPA’s Smart Sectors program for the Midwest region.

Wetlands Protection and Restoration

Information about wetlands, development of state and tribal programs, funding, monitoring and protecting wetlands, coastal and other types of wetlands

Columbia River Basin Fish Contaminant Survey 1996-1998

A technical report that assesses chemical pollutants in fish collected throughout the Columbia River Basin between 1996 and 1998, and potential risks from consuming these fish.

Ozone Science Crossword Puzzle

This printable crossword puzzle is designed to help kids learn about the ozone layer and the processes that contribute to its depletion.

Achievements in Stratospheric Ozone Protection

This report describes achievements in protecting the ozone layer, the benefits of these achievements, and strategies involved (e.g., using alternatives to ozone-depleting substances, phasing out harmful substances, and creating partnerships).