Westerly wastewater upgrades start, with state financing in place
The Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank has closed a Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan to the town of Westerly. This $45 million loan represents the first phase of an $85 million project to modernize the town's wastewater treatment facility.
The town of Westerly, Rhode Island, has officially secured significant state financing to begin a major overhaul of its wastewater treatment infrastructure. The Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank announced the closure of the loan, which will cover more than half of the total projected costs for the modernization effort. This project is critical for upgrading the facility's aging systems to meet current environmental and operational standards. Construction is expected to proceed in phases, with the initial funding allowing for immediate improvements to the Margin Street plant.
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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