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Turning Rural Water Infrastructure Funding into Lasting Results

A new report from the Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP) demonstrates the critical role technical assistance plays in helping small and rural utilities access funding, strengthen operations, and deliver reliable water and wastewater services.

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Monitoring, Sampling, and Data Management for NPDES Compliance | Recorded on June 30, 2026

In this webinar recording, viewers will receive a practical overview of wastewater monitoring, sampling, and data management as they relate to NPDES permits. We explored common compliance challenges, review best practices for collecting and managing discharge monitoring data, and overviewed about publicly available resources to support permit compliance.

  • 2 weeks ago
  • Laura Schultz
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The Latest in FOG News

Though it might seem to be common sense that fats, oil, and grease (FOG) shouldn't be disposed of down a kitchen sink or any other household plumbing, FOG buildup in sewer systems is a persistent challenge faced by wastewater utilities worldwide. Read recent news stories covering how systems are facing these challenges in 2026!

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