North Carolina Announces $244 Million for Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
Governor Josh Stein announced $244 million in funding for 45 water and wastewater projects across 28 North Carolina counties. The funding aims to improve system reliability, address PFAS contamination, and replace aging lead service lines.
On July 16, 2026, North Carolina officials announced a major infusion of capital for the state's water infrastructure. The State Water Infrastructure Authority approved the funding to help municipalities strengthen their systems against future storms and environmental challenges.
Key projects include a $35 million wastewater treatment facility flood mitigation project in Hendersonville and a $26.5 million reliability upgrade for the Graham-Mebane water treatment plant. Additionally, several projects specifically target the removal of PFAS and lead from local water systems.
This funding package includes a mix of state and federal resources, including loans from the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds, as well as allocations from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
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
Pillen Announces $38 Million Grant for Norfolk Wastewater Project
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen announced a $38 million grant to support a $76 million upgrade to Norfolk's wastewater treatment system. The project is designed to modernize the facility and improve long-term operational capacity.
Source: Norfolk Daily News
House Passes WRDA 2026 with Support for Sonoma County
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes a specific authorization for $60 million in water and wastewater infrastructure funding for Sonoma and Marin counties in California.
Source: Sonoma Sun
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