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.
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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?
Has the federal share of water infrastructure funding 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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