New York: Protect People from Water Shutoffs During COVID-19
Over the summer, New York State did the right thing for utility customers feeling the severe economic downturn during the pandemic. The state adopted legislatio...
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Governors: Safe, Clean Water Is Essential in COVID-19 Crisis
“Wash your hands.” “Stay at home.” We hear this sound advice repeatedly during the COVID-19 crisis. But you can only follow these directives if you have...
Basic Fairness: Access to Water & Sewer Service in Michigan
In this country, in this day and age, it’s shameful that our public water systems often struggle to provide safe, sufficient, affordable, accessible water for...
We Need Clean and Affordable Water for All New Yorkers
Over the last 15 years, increasing capital investment needs (and decreasing federal financial assistance) have caused water and wastewater rates to rise nationa...
NYC Gets an Earful on Solving Sewage Overflows
Overflows are still happening. A lot. And concerned New Yorkers are looking to the mayor to fix it. ...
Tell the Mayor: Get Raw Sewage Out of NYC Waterways!
If you live in New York City and love clean water, now is a great time to speak out. ...