News & Publications
Representing the Unified Clean Water Voice to News Media
NACWA has been the nation's recognized leader in legislative, regulatory and legal clean water advocacy for five decades. As a result, NACWA is a strong, active and robust voice in the ongoing public conversation about Clean Water, the nation's most vital natural resource, and a public affairs issue that is universally relevant and beyond partisanship. The Association's news releases and media presence both project and amplify the unified voice of the country's shared clean water interest.
Media inquiries, please contact Rahkia Nance.
Providing a Top Technical Resource for Clean Water Interests
NACWA is a top technical resource for water quality, water management, sustainability and ecosystem protection. Its experts have served as a bridge between the environment, the public and policymakers for decades. The Association's wide array of legislative, regulatory and legal publications are designed to help clean water utility leaders innovate their operations, improve their service and enhance sustainability, while maintaining affordability for all ratepayers. They are also designed to help clean water agencies and stakeholders throughout the water management chain to learn, grow and become active participants in building a sustainable clean water future.
Individual copies of all publications are provided to members free of charge, and can be purchased by interested parties.
Clean Water Current
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February 20, 2025
NACWA Joins Water Sector Partners to Provide Clean Water Policy Overview for Capitol Hill Staff
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February 20, 2025
Maryland Lawmakers Propose Stringent PFAS Legislation; NACWA Responds
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February 20, 2025
NACWA Meets with EPA Staff, Discusses Status of Funding Programs
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February 20, 2025
NACWA Signs Coalition Letter Calling for Full Funding of Clean Water State Revolving Fund
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February 20, 2025
EPA Extends Key PFAS Comment Periods
The Clean Water Current is NACWA's flagship publication, providing exclusive advocacy information, news and updates from the nation's recognized leader in legislative, regulatory and legal clean water advocacy.
Press Releases
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February 12, 2025
Water Coalition Against PFAS Extends Support For Bipartisan Introduction of Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act
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January 29, 2025
NACWA Awards Honor Excellence in Environmental Protection
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September 12, 2024
NACWA Urges Presidential Candidates to Prioritize Clean Water Issues in Campaign
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July 29, 2024
Broad Coalition of Public Utilities File Brief in Critical Supreme Court Clean Water Act Case
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July 25, 2024
NACWA Recognizes Peak Performance Award Winners at 2024 Utility Leadership Conference
NACWA's releases both chronicle and help shape the national news headlines that directly impact the entire Clean Water Sector.
NACWA in the News
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January 16, 2025
‘Forever chemicals’ in sewage sludge pose health risks — EPA
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January 14, 2025
In a First, the E.P.A. Warns of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Sludge Fertilizer
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January 7, 2025
These common medications could be releasing ‘forever chemicals’ into the environment
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December 27, 2024
The E.P.A. Promotes Toxic Fertilizer. 3M Told It of Risks Years Ago.
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October 23, 2024
In New Session, High Court Split Seen in San Francisco Discharge Permit Ruling
Stay up to date as NACWA both chronicles and works to shape the latest news headlines that directly impact the entire Clean Water Sector.
Clean Water Advocate
NACWA's bi-annual magazine helps members navigate the clean water landscape, highlighting crucial water issues, and providing fresh perspectives on topics that matter most for utilities. Future issues will be published regularly during NACWA’s summer and winter conferences, both in print copy (available on request) and electronic format (on NACWA’s website).
White Papers & Publications
Find the highest-value, in-depth analysis--with an emphasis on practical, real world applications--of the various legal, regulatory and legislative issues that directly impact the Clean Water sector.