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EPA Will Finally Strengthen Standards Protecting Children From Lead
Advocates have demanded stronger lead standards for years, but it took a court order.
Water Restored to Majority of Puerto Rico, but Problems Persist
Water safety has been a persistent issue for Puerto Rico.
How Did Grenoble Start a French Water Revolution? It Made Its Water Management Public.
The citizens of Grenoble didn't always have control over their water.
How Trump’s EPA Is Moving to Undo Fracking Wastewater Protections
The sheer volume of wastewater coming from the oil and gas industry is enormous.
For Flint Mother, There’s No Stopping Until All US Kids Have Safe Drinking Water
LeeAnn Walters is developing the largest citizen-led scientific collaboration in US history.
Five Western Pennsylvania Facilities Are Dumping Toxics Into Local Rivers — Often Without Punishment
Report finds Pennsylvania has the second highest number of Clean Water Act infractions in the nation.
Bottled Water, Brought to You by Fracking?
The link between fracking and the bottled water industry is one more reason to take back the tap.
Toxic Coal Ash Is Being Dumped in Puerto Rico, Which Already Suffers Worst Drinking Water in the Nation
Even before Hurricane Maria, the majority of Puerto Rico's residents lived with water that violated US health standards.
Research Exposes $16 Billion Bottled Water Industry’s Predatory Marketing Practices
The industry spends billions convincing Americans that bottled water is safer than tap.
Cashing in on Water Crises: Public-Private Partnerships Are Not the Solution
Wasted groundwater and pollution are the norm.