EPA Closes $251 Million WIFIA Loan for California Water Purification
The EPA has finalized a $251 million WIFIA loan for the Las Virgenes-Triunfo Public Financing Authority in California. The funding will support an advanced water purification facility designed to treat wastewater for groundwater recharge.
In September 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency closed a significant Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan with the Las Virgenes-Triunfo Public Financing Authority. The $251 million investment is earmarked for the construction of an advanced water purification facility.
This project represents a major step in regional water resilience. By treating wastewater to high standards, the facility will allow the authority to recharge its local drinking water sources, reducing reliance on imported water supplies.
The WIFIA program continues to be a critical tool for financing large-scale, capital-intensive water infrastructure projects. This loan underscores the federal commitment to supporting innovative water reuse technologies in drought-prone regions.
Department of Energy Invests $27.8 Million to Decarbonize Water Resource Recovery Facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced $27.8 million in funding for 10 projects focused on decarbonizing water resource recovery facilities. These initiatives aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% without increasing operational costs.
Source: energy.gov
Pillen Announces $38 Million Grant for Norfolk Wastewater Project
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen announced a $38 million grant to support a $76 million upgrade to Norfolk's wastewater treatment system. The project is designed to modernize the facility and improve long-term operational capacity.
Source: Norfolk Daily News
House Passes WRDA 2026 with Support for Sonoma County
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes a specific authorization for $60 million in water and wastewater infrastructure funding for Sonoma and Marin counties in California.
Source: Sonoma Sun
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