EPA Issues Categorical Exclusions for Wastewater Infrastructure Projects
The EPA has issued several Categorical Exclusions (CATEX) for various wastewater and water infrastructure projects across the United States, including initiatives in New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. These actions facilitate the implementation of community grants for facility improvements and system upgrades.
Recent EPA documentation confirms the approval of projects such as the wastewater treatment plant boiler replacement in Corning, New York, and sewage treatment plant improvements in Dry Tavern, Pennsylvania. These projects are funded through federal community grants.
In Vermont, the Bolton Valley Water and Community Development Company received a CATEX for a community wastewater treatment facility. These administrative actions allow for the expedited processing of environmental reviews for projects that meet specific criteria.
These projects represent a diverse range of infrastructure needs, from watermain replacements in Massachusetts to aquifer upgrades in Hawaii. The EPA continues to oversee these community-level investments to ensure compliance with federal standards.
North Carolina Reports $906 Million in Resilience Funding
As of July 2026, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has awarded $906 million in state and federal funds to repair and upgrade water and wastewater infrastructure across the state, with a focus on flood resilience.
Source: NC.gov
EPA Awards $251M WIFIA Loan for California Water Reuse Project
On September 25, the EPA announced the approval of a $251 million WIFIA loan to support the "Pure Water Project" in California’s Las Virgenes-Conejo area. This initiative focuses on expanding advanced water treatment and reuse capabilities, benefiting approximately 105,000 residents.
Source: Water & Wastes Digest
Nebraska Receives Funding for Wastewater Digester Program
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen and state officials highlighted a new $38 million grant for the City of Norfolk, supported by the state’s "ONE RED" initiative. The project will focus on the construction of anaerobic digestion and biogas infrastructure at a local wastewater facility.
Source: Nebraska.gov
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