Michigan awarding $50 million for clean drinking water in schools
These improvements, which aim to protect students from lead, are required under the Michigan Filter First law.
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Los Angeles County investing $380 million in reservoir restoration
The $240 million Rory M. Shaw Wetlands Park Project will convert a 46-acre landfill into a multi-purpose wetlands park.
California water districts receive $97.4 million to upgrade infrastructure, recycle water
The city of Ventura will invest $60.4 million in the VenturaWaterPure program, providing critical treatment services for water discharged into a nearby river estuary.
USDA invests $194 million in rural partnerships for infrastructure and workforce development
The Rural Partners Network program works to address multiple needs simultaneously through infrastructure improvements, workforce development and clean energy projects.
Arkansas makes $204 million available for water system improvements statewide
From the new funding, $145 million will be issued as loans, while $59.2 million will be allocated through a combination of grants and loans with principal forgiveness.
Interior Department to distribute $849 million for western water delivery amid historic drought
These projects will focus on better water distribution and storage, improving safety measures, boosting hydropower generation and providing water treatment solutions.
Reclamation grants $50 million for Great Salt Lake Basin water conservation with Utah matching funds
The Great Salt Lake in Utah has shrunk to about one-third of its typical size.
New Mexico finalizes strategic water plan for treating brackish water
The state's plan would have treated brackish water serve as an alternative to freshwater for new industrial demands and for use in data centers.
America the Beautiful program awards $122 million for major conservation efforts
These grants will fund large-scale conservation efforts across the United States and its territories.
$125 million allocated for water recycling projects in California, Utah
Projects include rural water systems, water storage, conservation, transportation, nature-based solutions, dam safety, water purification and reuse and desalination.
