Water Policy

At the leading edge of improvements to water quality and wastewater discharges, globally, are targeted regulatory policies designed at the national and local level. While these may be effective over the long run, new policies frequently evolve because of political influences. Bluefield water experts analyze the impacts of legislative and regulatory actions. From drinking water regulations to State Revolving Funds, water market policies play a key role in business strategies and opportunities.

Recent Analysis

Europe Municipal Water: Key Trends, Policy Activity, and Market Outlook, Q1 2025

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U.S. & Canada Water Policy Review: Key Developments and Market Outlook, H1 2025

Europe Water Policy Review: Key Developments and Market Outlook, H1 2025

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Key Research Questions

How will the Trump administration impact water policy legislation?

Will San Francisco v. EPA make permitting more complicated?

Will Europe tackle PFAS more aggressively than the U.S.?

Has the federal share of water infrastructure declined?

Water Policy Data

2035

EU deadline to comply with new wastewater rules

29+

U.S. states considering PFAS restrictions in 2025

6

PFAS chemicals now regulated under federal drinking water standards

90+

countries have national policies on wastewater reuse

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