Drinking Water
“Water” refers to potable water (i.e., drinking water), or water that is safe for consumption. Drinking water comes from a variety of sources and is treated to meet state and federal standards for consumption. Ensuring safe and healthy drinking water is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA establishes maximum contaminant levels for various contaminants. There are nearly 600 community water systems, which provide drinking water to approximately 87% of New Jersey’s population.
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04/14/20Coronavirus and Water
Guest blog post by George Hawkins and Andy Kricun, Moonshot Missions.READ ARTICLE#Drinking WaterOpen George Hawkins and Andy Kricun, Moonshot Missions in a new tabSOURCE
George Hawkins and Andy Kricun, Moonshot Missions
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02/18/20New Jersey Communities Discuss Climate Change Impact on Multi-Billion Dollar Sewer Improvement Plans
Guest blog post by Mo Kinberg, community outreach manager, New Jersey Future, and advisory board member, Sewage Free Streets and River Campaign.READ ARTICLE#Climate Resilience, #Drinking Water, #Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementOpen Mo Kinberg, New Jersey Future, Sewage Free Streets and Rivers in a new tabSOURCE
Mo Kinberg, New Jersey Future, Sewage Free Streets and Rivers
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01/31/20Water leaders call for continued momentum, innovative funding to transform New Jersey’s water infrastructure
A record number of conference attendees gathered to explore equitable solutions for New Jersey's top water challenges in the year ahead.READ ARTICLE#Drinking Water, #Green Infrastructure/Stormwater ManagementSOURCE
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12/03/19New Jersey takes major steps forward on lead in drinking water
Guest blog from Environmental Defense Fund discussing lead service lines in New Jersey, the Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force, and Governor Murphy's holistic statewide plan to address lead exposure.READ ARTICLE#Drinking WaterOpen Tom Neltner, Environmental Defense Fund in a new tabSOURCE
Tom Neltner, Environmental Defense Fund
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10/10/19Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force Releases Recommendations for Lead-Free Drinking Water, Joined by Governor Murphy
The task force report outlines a roadmap to virtually eliminate lead in drinking water in 10 years; Governor Murphy announces a comprehensive statewide strategy to address lead contamination.READ ARTICLE#Drinking WaterSOURCE
Lauren Belsky, Program Coordinator, Jersey Water Works
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07/29/16Lead in Our Drinking Water
Jersey Water Works recognizes that not only a modern, robust water infrastructure but also an informed public are crucial for the health of our children, our communities and ultimately our economy. These resources are provided to help educate on the risks and effects of lead exposure from drinking water. Lead In Drinking Water (NJ DEP) The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has compiled resources for the general public as well as ...LEARN MORE#Drinking Water,#LeadPRODUCT OF
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07/29/16What Are the Government and Utilities Doing to Help?
Jersey Water Works recognizes that not only modern, robust water infrastructure but also an informed public are crucial for the health of our children, our communities and ultimately our economy. The following lead resources provide information about steps federal, state and city governments, and water utilities, are taking to limit lead exposure from drinking water. Additional Data and Statistical Analysis May Enhance EPA’s Oversight of ...LEARN MORE#Drinking Water,#LeadPRODUCT OF
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07/29/165 Things You Can Do To Help Lower Your Child’s Lead Level
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released this straightforward list detailing how to prevent lead poisoning in the home from all sources, not just drinking water.LEARN MORE#Drinking Water,#Lead -
07/07/16Drinking Water and Wastewater Utility Customer Assistance Programs
This report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency describes the types of assistance programs currently in use around the country and details each one’s benefits and costs. The examples show short-term or long-term reductions through a bill discount, flexible terms, lifeline rate, temporary assistance and water efficiency advantages.LEARN MORE#Community Engagement and Partnerships,#Drinking Water,#Wastewater -
03/31/16Get to Know Your Local Waterway Flushing Creek & Flushing Bay
This handout by the S.W.I.M Coalition describes the importance of Flushing Creek & Flushing Bay as a community asset and how to improve its water quality.LEARN MORE#Community Engagement and Partnerships,#Drinking Water,#Green Infrastructure/Stormwater Management,#Wastewater
