NW Natural Water purchases King Water
Here’s the letter sent to King Water customers detailing this significant change. Continue reading NW Natural Water purchases King Water
Category: News
Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva Reach Comprehensive PFAS Settlement with U.S. Water Systems
The Chemours Company (NYSE: CC), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (NYSE: DD) and Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) (the “companies”) today announced they have reached an agreement in principle to comprehensively resolve all PFAS-related drinking water claims of a defined class of public water systems that serve the vast majority of the United States population.
The class includes water systems with a current detection of PFAS1 at any level and those that are currently required to monitor for the presence of PFAS under EPA monitoring rules2 or other applicable laws. This includes but is not limited to systems in the South Carolina aqueous film-forming foam multi-district litigation (“AFFF MDL”). Continue reading Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva Reach Comprehensive PFAS Settlement with U.S. Water Systems
WA AG sues PFAS manufacturers, seeks money for cleanup of drinking water
By Isabella Breda and Manuel Villa
Seattle Times staff reporters
The state attorney general’s office has filed a lawsuit against nearly two dozen manufacturers of so-called “forever chemicals,” asserting the companies knew about their risks to the environment and humans for decades but lied and kept that knowledge hidden from the government and public to protect their businesses. Continue reading WA AG sues PFAS manufacturers, seeks money for cleanup of drinking water
AG Ferguson files lawsuit against 20 manufacturers of “forever chemicals”
SEATTLE — Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced an environmental lawsuit today against numerous manufacturers of PFAS, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.” The lawsuit asserts these companies knew for decades about the serious risks these chemicals posed to humans and the environment. The companies likely made many millions in profit while actively deceiving the public. Continue reading AG Ferguson files lawsuit against 20 manufacturers of “forever chemicals”
Board of Directors Changes
Board of Directors We have more changes on the board of directors. Bethel Hart is stepping down after years of service as our treasurer and bookkeeper. Bethel also created and managed our apprenticeship program. We thank you Bethel for all … Continue reading Board of Directors Changes
Unseen worry: Firefighting ‘forever chemicals’ linger near Paine Field
Unseen worry: Firefighting ‘forever chemicals’ linger near Paine Field | HeraldNet.com EVERETT — Late on the afternoon of May 20, 2014, construction workers at Boeing’s massive Everett Modification Center at Paine Field accidentally cut a wire. The mistake activated the … Continue reading Unseen worry: Firefighting ‘forever chemicals’ linger near Paine Field
WIWSA Board Members honored for Drinking Water Week
Association vice-president and Town of Coupeville Public Works Director Joe Grogan received a Grace Under Pressure award, while Assocation director and former president John Lovie received a Lifetime Achievement award. Continue reading WIWSA Board Members honored for Drinking Water Week
Whidbey ‘serial volunteer’ wins stewardship award
An avid volunteer involved in countless projects around Puget Sound recently claimed the 2023 Jan Holmes award.
South Whidbey resident John Lovie is this year’s recipient of the annual award, which is named in memory of Jan Holmes, a marine scientist, educator and champion for stewardship of the marine environment who passed away in 2011.
The Island County Marine Resources Committee, Sound Water Stewards and Washington State University Extension presented Lovie with the award a few days ahead of Sound Waters University, which is when the winner of the award is usually announced.
Continue reading Whidbey ‘serial volunteer’ wins stewardship award
Updated WIWSA Brochure
We’ve updated our brochure for 2023. Download a copy below and share with your friends! Continue reading Updated WIWSA Brochure
WIWSA “Virtual Booth” at Sound Waters University 2023
Exhibitors & Sponsors – Sound Water Stewards of Island County, WA WIWSA once again sponsored Sound Waters University 2023 and is displaying a virtual booth. The booth contains our new brochure. Continue reading WIWSA “Virtual Booth” at Sound Waters University 2023