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 Nathan Gardner-Andrews.
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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December 7, 2023
NACWA Recommends Revisions to EPA’s Proposed POTW PFAS Study
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December 7, 2023
Congressional Committee Approves the WIPPES Act
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December 7, 2023
EPA Proposes Major Lead Regulations in New Rulemaking; Will Impact Nutrients for Clean Water Agencies
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December 7, 2023
NACWA's Two-Day Virtual Workshop Brings Together Sector Experts for Water Workforce Dialogue
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December 7, 2023
NACWA Joins EPA’s Decentralized Wastewater MOU Partnership
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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September 28, 2023
Public Water Utilities Warn Congress: Historic Cuts to Clean Water State Revolving Fund will Derail Water Infrastructure Projects Across the Country
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September 19, 2023
Water Utilities Recognized as Industry and Community Leaders in Solving Water Challenges
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July 18, 2023
Feds Vastly Underestimate Forever Chemical Clean-Up Costs for Water Sector; PFAS Myths Report Shows Operational Costs for Wastewater Utilities to go up 60%, Drinking Water Utilities Require at Least $50 Billion for New Treatment Technology
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July 17, 2023
NACWA Warns Congress Against "Draconian Cuts" to Clean Water Funding in House FY24 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Spending Bill
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July 13, 2023
NACWA Honors Hall of Fame Inductees, Peak Performance and Excellence in Management Award Winners at 2023 Utility Leadership Conference
NACWA's releases both chronicle and help shape the national news headlines that directly impact the entire Clean Water Sector.
Water Sector News & Trends
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December 5, 2023
Cities: Don't dump costs of replacing lead pipes on local taxpayers
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December 5, 2023
Typical household water, sewer bills increased 56% since 2012
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December 4, 2023
Jefferson County water reclamation facility to see more than $30 million in upgrades
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December 4, 2023
Authorities raise alarm on threats against water, other critical sectors
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December 1, 2023
U.S. tap water has a $47 billion forever chemicals problem
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.