On April 10, 2024, the United States Environmental Protect Agency (U.S. EPA) announced the final National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for six Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) often referred to as “forever chemicals”. Decades of research have shown that PFAS exposure over a long period of time can cause cancer and other serious illnesses that […]
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2024 Indiana Water Summit Sneak Peak
Register by June 30 for early bird pricing for the 7th Annual Indiana Water Summit, held August 21-22, 2024.
Drinking water protection in action at Earth Day Indiana Festival 2024
Stop by the Marion County Wellfield Education Booth during the 2024 Earth Day Indiana Festival – Saturday, June 1 at Garfield Park.
What is the Safe Drinking Water Act?
The Safe Drinking Water Act established a regulatory framework for protecting water quality to safeguard the public health. What are its tenants? What are some challenges facing us today?
Drinking Water Week: Follow That Drop
Drinking Water Week serves to highlight the importance of clean drinking water and recognize the tireless efforts of water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock in our communities.
What is the RAFT Program?
RAFT (River Assessment Field Team), is a citizen science program organized by the White River Alliance where teams of volunteers collect water quality data around the White River near Indianapolis, IN.
