New York Awards $3.1M for Wastewater Engineering Projects
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $3.1 million in state grants to support 63 wastewater infrastructure engineering and planning projects. This funding helps local municipalities develop the necessary reports to qualify for construction financing.
Administered through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, these grants are designed to help communities overcome the initial financial barriers of infrastructure planning. By funding the engineering phase, the state aims to accelerate the transition of projects from concepts to shovel-ready status. Since 2012, this program has awarded $26 million to support nearly 700 engineering reports. These early-stage investments are credited with catalyzing approximately $2 billion in total wastewater infrastructure modernization across New York.
EPA Announces $272 Million WIFIA Loan for Columbia, Tennessee
The EPA has awarded a $272 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the city of Columbia, Tennessee. The funding is designated to support critical upgrades to the city's water and wastewater infrastructure.
Source: US EPA
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
Legislation Extending Drinking and Clean Water SRF Programs Moves Forward
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes critical reauthorization for EPA water infrastructure funding. The bill authorizes $14 billion for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and $16.5 billion for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund over the next several years.
Source: LICA National
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