North Carolina Allocates $244 Million for Infrastructure Recovery and Upgrades
North Carolina has awarded $244 million to 28 counties for water and wastewater infrastructure, including $44 million specifically for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. The funding supports major flood mitigation projects and treatment plant improvements across the state.
The latest round of funding includes a $35 million loan for the City of Hendersonville to support a wastewater treatment facility flood mitigation project. This investment is part of a broader effort to protect critical infrastructure from future extreme weather events.
In addition to recovery efforts, the state is utilizing funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to address emerging contaminants like PFAS. The Department of Environmental Quality continues to provide training and support to help local utilities navigate the application process for these funds.
Applications for the next funding cycle are scheduled to open in late 2026, ensuring a continuous pipeline of support for municipal projects. The state remains focused on building long-term resilience in its water and wastewater systems.
Indiana American Water Completes $24.5 Million Water Main Infrastructure Project in Northwest Indiana
Indiana American Water has finished a $24.5 million project to replace aging water mains in Gary, Indiana. The upgrade improves system reliability and fire flow capacity for the region.
Source: streetinsider.com
WEFTEC 2026 Highlights Circular Water Economy
At the 2026 WEFTEC conference in New Orleans, the Water Environment Federation (WEF) prioritized the circular water economy, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Leaders emphasized that the sector must evolve to view wastewater as a resource to be recovered rather than a waste stream.
Source: Wastewater Digest (WWD)
Nebraska Governor Announces $38 Million Grant for Norfolk Wastewater Project
The City of Norfolk, Nebraska, has secured a $38 million grant to fund critical wastewater treatment upgrades and system expansion. The project will incorporate anaerobic digestion technology to convert wastewater byproducts into usable gas.
Source: Norfolk Daily News
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