Lead
Lead is frequently featured in the news, both nationally and in New Jersey. It’s a toxic substance that causes neurological damage, especially to young children. Lead in drinking water is one source of exposure.
As indicated by recent drinking water test results from schools and homes in New Jersey and across the country (i.e., the widely publicized crisis in Flint, Michigan), lead in drinking water is not uncommon, especially in older buildings.
To explain why this is happening—and to position this crisis within a broader context that considers other water infrastructure needs—the Jersey Water Works Steering Committee issued a statement in 2019. In 2018, it convened the JWW Lead in Drinking Water Task Force, which issued a practical, broadly supported action agenda to eliminate the risk of lead in drinking water throughout New Jersey.
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09/30/20Efforts to Make Sure Water Safe to Drink in Paterson Continue
“In an effort to accelerate pipe replacements – something that can cost property owners upwards of $5,000 – the PVWC plans to launch a program that’ll allow customers to do so for free.”(Jersey Water Works mentioned).READ ARTICLE#Affordability, #Community Engagement and Partnerships, #Drinking Water, #Lead, #Paying for Water InfrastructureOpen TAPinto Paterson in a new tabSOURCE
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09/20/20N.J. was promised safe drinking water a year ago. Coronavirus spoiled the plan.
Coronavirus spoils the plan in some towns in New Jersey affecting their water infrastructure projects.READ ARTICLE
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08/10/20What’s in your water? A new dashboard will help you find out.
In February 2021, Jersey Water Works will launch an online data dashboard, Jersey WaterCheck. Jersey WaterCheck will be the first time data on water infrastructure from multiple sources will come together in one place to tell the story of New Jersey’s water and sewer systems.READ ARTICLE#LeadSOURCE
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07/23/20Newark’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program is a Model for the Nation
In 2017, the City of Newark, New Jersey, was facing a crisis: the third consecutive test of the city’s water exceeded the federal limit of 15 parts per billion for lead. Something had to be done. Where others may have been inclined to delay action or downplay the risks, Newark developed a plan that would not only drastically reduce exposure to lead in drinking water but serve as a national model for doing so.READ ARTICLE#LeadOpen Missy Rebovich in a new tabSOURCE
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06/09/20Op-Ed: Now More than Ever, Our Health Depends on Access to Clean Water
This op-ed, co-authored by Jersey Water Works co-chairs Mark Mauriello and Jane Kenny, appeared in NJ Spotlight on June 9.READ ARTICLE#Affordability, #Drinking Water, #Lead, #Paying for Water Infrastructure, #WorkforceSOURCE
Mark Mauriello and Jane Kenny, Jersey Water Works Co-Chairs, NJ Spotlight
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07/29/16Actions You Can Take To Reduce Lead in Drinking Water
The Environmental Protection Agency answers frequently asked questions about immediate actions to take to reduce lead in drinking water in your home. Definitions to relevant terms are also provided.LEARN MORE#Drinking Water,#Lead -
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
