New York Awards $3 Million for Wastewater Engineering Planning
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York State has awarded $3 million in Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grants. The funding will support the initial planning phases for 63 separate sewer projects across the state.
The grants are administered by the Environmental Facilities Corporation and are designed to help municipalities jumpstart the engineering and design work necessary for major wastewater upgrades. By funding the planning stage, the state aims to prepare communities to apply for larger construction grants and loans.
These projects are part of a broader state initiative to modernize aging sewer systems and improve water quality in local waterways. The planning grants cover a wide range of needs, from system capacity expansions to the rehabilitation of existing collection infrastructure.
Local governments receiving these funds will now be able to move forward with the technical assessments required to secure long-term financing. This proactive approach is intended to accelerate the timeline for critical infrastructure improvements throughout New York.
EPA Announces $272 Million WIFIA Loan for Columbia, Tennessee
The EPA has awarded a $272 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the city of Columbia, Tennessee. The funding is designated to support critical upgrades to the city's water and wastewater infrastructure.
Source: US EPA
Department of Energy Invests $27.8 Million to Decarbonize Water Resource Recovery Facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced $27.8 million in funding for 10 projects focused on decarbonizing water resource recovery facilities. These initiatives aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% without increasing operational costs.
Source: energy.gov
Legislation Extending Drinking and Clean Water SRF Programs Moves Forward
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes critical reauthorization for EPA water infrastructure funding. The bill authorizes $14 billion for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and $16.5 billion for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund over the next several years.
Source: LICA National
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