Risk and Resilience for Community Water Systems
Recent cyberattacks on utilities have put risk in the spotlight for public agencies, with 56% of utilities reporting a shutdown …
Preparing for Floods at Drinking Water and Wastewater Utilities
Storms and floods cause the greatest economic losses of any weather-related disasters, according to the World …
FDA Releases LAAF Rule: How Water Labs Can Prepare
In December 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its final rule on Laboratory Accreditation for Analyses of …
Crafting an SOP and Best Practices for Your Water Lab
A standard operating procedure (SOP) is, as the name suggests, a standardizing process in your lab to ensure consistent practices …
Creating Effective Onboarding and Training Guides for Your New Employees
Onboarding new employees at your water lab may seem like a straightforward process. You need to introduce the new hire, …
EPA Revised Lead and Copper Rule Will Lead to Safer Drinking Water
Health experts agree: There is no safe level of lead exposure, which is why the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) …
charity: water and the IDEXX Foundation Tackle the Water Crisis
According to charity: water, in 2022, 771 million people worldwide don't have access to clean water. …
This All-Female Team Is Reshaping Water Management
As part of an all-female water management team, interim chief technical officer, Irazema Rojas, is helping reshape the look …
Water Recycling Helps Meet Escalating Demand
As the demand for water on the planet grows, using wastewater wisely after it's treated becomes increasingly vital. Before the …
Get Ready for Recreational Water Testing Season Now With These 4 Steps
Soon, recreationists around the country will start heading to oceans, lakes, rivers, and pools. Regular testing plays a critical role …
Encouraging a Culture of Openness in Your Water Lab
A strong work culture is critical to the success of your lab, and hiring the right people with the right …
US Lead Pipes Set for Replacement in New Water Infrastructure Legislation
Millions of lead pipes carrying drinking water in the United States are set to be replaced under a $1.2 trillion …