Graf Ireland Environmental Ltd’s Post

Something worth considering in light of the current situation to get developments moving. A practical solution that requires talking about and resolving to the local authorities satisfaction. We need to keep pushing forward.

The Environmental Protection Agency published its Urban Wastewater Treatment report today. The report provides a comprehensive overview of wastewater treatment in Ireland during 2023. Great summary and article from Emer Colwell below ⬇️

Due to prolonged underinvestment in water and wastewater infrastructure, municipalities and utilities are repairing, replacing, and improving a swath of outdated, deteriorating assets. This essential upkeep is driving non-discretionary, long-term demand for companies specializing in water-related assets. The latest U.S. infrastructure bill is also creating more jobs for businesses that work on upgraded infrastructure, dedicating over $50 billion to support water and wastewater infrastructure maintenance. The bill establishes a long runway for elevated spending and sustainable demand throughout the landscape. Our latest article shares recent Harris Williams clients that exemplify the sought-after businesses and M&A opportunities in the water and wastewater services sector.

Investing in our future

The EPA has just announced a $5.8 billion funding boost for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. This landmark investment aims to revitalize systems across the U.S., with a strong focus on supporting underserved communities. Why is this important? Well, it's all about building a more sustainable and equitable future for everyone, ensuring safe drinking water and effective wastewater management are accessible for all. And guess what? WSG & Solutions is here to lend our expertise and technology to make this goal a reality! How WSG & Solutions Fits In: ✅Expertise in Wastewater Screens: Our cutting-edge screening solutions are perfect for upgrading wastewater treatment plants, making them more efficient and capable of serving larger populations. ✅Stormwater Management: With this funding, stormwater infrastructure can be enhanced. ✅Supporting Underserved Communities: Our cost-effective and high-quality solutions are ideal for communities newly gaining access to these funds, ensuring they get the best value and performance in their water infrastructure projects. This funding isn't just an investment in infrastructure; it's an investment in the health and well-being of communities nationwide. https://lnkd.in/dQp7dv4v #WaterInfrastructure #EPAFunding #SustainableSolutions #WSGandSolutions #CleanWaterForAll #InfrastructureInvestment

On top of being the right thing to do, I’ve long talked about the lead work being a major piece of #2024election strategy in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin. This announcement leads me to wonder when the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s #PFAS MCLs are coming and what they will be. Because nothing will sidetrack this effort (and funding) more than to have to shift money away from the lead work touted here to focus on PFAS. And that's what thousands of #utilities will be forced to do at 4/4/HI. With proper CCT, they can wait on getting the #lead out. They’re not going to be able to wait on PFAS if they’re staring NOVs in the face in three years.

Also add in the cost of lead service line replacement which will be in the billions.

What do you think? The financial gap between the essential needs of our communities and their budget constraints is a common challenge. While the #slrat can help make utilities more cost-efficient, securing additional funds will be crucial going forward Report: At least $630 billion needed for wastewater, stormwater over next 20 years https://buff.ly/4coJoL1 #smartsewers #maintenancematters #acousticinspection #conditionbasedmaintenance

If we fail to properly invest in asset expansion and asset renewal, outcomes we should expect are inadequate and frequently failing water supply and wastewater systems. The choice may be ours to make, but the consequences will belong to our children and grandchildren. https://lnkd.in/g7SZysf3

Infra and SWPC have signed a Cooperation Memorandum to support the development of the “Small-Scale Wastewater Treatment Plants and Collection Networks” project in the Jazan region. This collaboration underscores Infra’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure and supports the ambitious goals of #SaudiVision2030