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News on recent important developments in water quality regulatory and policy-making activities in California and Washington D.C.
Construction & Building Industry News
Each month, CICWQ collects news and information on water quality and water supply reliability topics. Articles cover a wide range of issues affecting the construction industry: water quality and wetlands regulations and policies, water supply, sewer system, and stormwater drainage improvement efforts, and multi-benefit, regional water supply reliability project development.
CICWQ also publishes technical articles and reports periodically and prepares presentations that emphasize water quality research and findings specific to the construction industry.
LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS
CICWQ-JANUARY 2024 Recap
January recap, CICWQ directed its attention to pivotal issues impacting the construction industry in California, addressing key areas such as regulatory updates, General Construction Permit for stormwater, CII permit, Water quality credit trading program, 2024 new legislative bills, and State water projects.
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-NOVEMBER 2023
Prepare for wet winter 2023-24 in California. New stormwater regulations demand compliance for construction sites to avoid hefty fines and potential litigation. Stay informed on water conservation efforts, including turf rebates in Southern California.
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-JUNE 2023
It's June, and that means summer ☀️ is right here, right now—time to get the hat and sunscreen and get out there 🏖️. Good weather means construction projects will be in full swing, and this year, maybe, just maybe, fire season will spare us and our worn-out residents.
Supreme Court Clarifies and Limits Definition of Waters of the United States
The Supreme Court of the United States ruled against the U.S. EPA in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency. The ruling is significant for any owner of land that is near a water body; and it represents a major change in law and policy going forward.
Construction General Permit for Stormwater: 6-Year Review of Enforcement Statistics
CICWQ uses State of California Water Resources Control Board data collected on water quality permit enforcement to examine the types of compliance issues that arise, document the frequency of occurrence, and identify trends. We do this to help educate…
Analysis of Construction Industry Stormwater Permit Enforcement Data and Recommendations for Industry Improvements
CICWQ uses State of California enforcement reporting data on rates of compliance and types and numbers of violations each year to produce summary presentations relevant and specific to the construction industry. Analysis of the data supports education in permit compliance and where specific actions are working and where improvements are needed.
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Major funding for CICWQ is provided by the Construction Industry Advancement Fund and the Fund for Construction Industry Advancement