Water News: New York City

Just a couple of weeks ago, an influx of rain was the “straw that broke the camel’s back,” causing a

Water issues are getting their time in the spotlight, and lead is not the only problem people are worried about.

Ocean acidification is already beginning to wreak havoc on New York’s marine wildlife, fishing, coastal economy, tourism, and recreation industries.

The Environmental Facilities Corporation offers low-interest financing and grants for projects needed to keep our water infrastructure flowing.

We created a map that identifies areas throughout the state where a school has failed voluntary water testing.  Is a school in your area on the list?

The completion of Tunnel Three, already one of the world’s most complex engineering feats, would run over 60 miles, and be the largest in the United States. While it may accumulate more debt, or cause a rise in water rates, this is a necessary infrastructure project to protect our supply of clean drinking water in NYC.

Amidst the backdrop of a national water crisis, New York City officials have assured residents they have the situation under control.

Congressman Paul Tonko has been working with Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ) to release legislation that would allow for a reauthorization of the Safe Drinking Water Act and allocate funding over the next five years to be provided to local water-line improvements.