The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is enforcing landmark national limits on PFAS — widely known as “forever chemicals” — in public drinking water systems, marking one of the most significant drinking water regulations in decades. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are synthetic chemicals found in everything from nonstick cookware to firefighting foam. They have been… Read More
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Gulf of Mexico Dead Zone Shrinks in 2025, but Long-Term Threat Remains
The 2025 Gulf of Mexico “dead zone” measured approximately 4,400 square miles — below the long-term average — but scientists warn that the underlying causes of oxygen depletion continue to intensify. Every summer, a massive area of low-oxygen water forms in the Gulf of Mexico, driven by nutrient runoff from farms and cities throughout the… Read More
States Lead the Charge on Water Quality Legislation in 2025
Across the country, state legislatures are stepping up with aggressive new water quality laws targeting everything from PFAS contamination to agricultural runoff, filling gaps left by shifting federal priorities. In 2025, at least 203 bills were introduced in 37 states to address PFAS contamination alone, according to the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators. From banning… Read More
Breakthrough Technology Destroys PFAS “Forever Chemicals” in Water
Researchers at Rice University have developed the first environmentally friendly technology capable of trapping and breaking down toxic PFAS compounds in water — working hundreds to thousands of times faster than conventional filtration methods. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” have earned their nickname because their carbon-fluorine bonds are among the strongest… Read More
Lead in School Drinking Water: New Testing Mandates Take Effect Nationwide
As states roll out mandatory lead testing programs for schools and childcare facilities, early results reveal a troubling picture — and underscore the critical importance of water quality monitoring in buildings where children spend their days. Lead in drinking water remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in the United States. Unlike lead… Read More
Global Water Treatment Market Surges Past $84 Billion as Demand for Clean Water Grows
The global water treatment market has expanded to $84.78 billion in 2026, driven by tightening regulations, aging infrastructure, and growing demand for advanced monitoring and treatment technologies. According to recent industry analysis, the water treatment market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of nearly 7%, reaching an estimated $127.5 billion by 2032…. Read More