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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-JANUARY 2024
As we step into 2024, we extend our warmest wishes to everyone in the California construction industry. While winter 2024 appears to be more temperate than the record-setting year behind us, Mother Nature always keeps us on our toes.
2023 Year In Review: Advancements in Water Quality for the Construction Industry
As we bid farewell to 2023, we reflect on a year of significant achievements and milestones in the realm of water quality and the construction industry. The Construction Industry Coalition on Water Quality (CICWQ) has tirelessly worked to safeguard the interests of those shaping California's landscapes. Here's a comprehensive look.
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-OCTOBER 2023
Autumn is in the air in California, and rainfall is expected (we hope) to continue replenishing our snowpack and statewide reservoir system for the foreseeable future. We aim to ensure that the contracting and building industry is well-prepared for Winter 2024.
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-JULY 2023
Dive into the construction industry's critical statewide issues this month! Learn about the general construction stormwater permit, infrastructure acceleration plans, and proposed water conservation legislation. Don't miss our power-packed edition!
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.
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-MAY 2023
May 2023 finds the construction industry and its advocates fighting hard over proposed major and sweeping changes from the California Air Resources Board concerning the phase-out of diesel and gasoline engines, which are the heart of our workforce’s ability to get the job done.
Construction General Permit Renewal Advocacy for the California Construction Industry
Assembling expert scientific, engineering, and legal teams to address critical water quality compliance issues for the construction industry is a core function for CICWQ. Over the past few months, CICWQ’s technical team has been busy developing summary presentations of more than three years of work on the California Construction General Permit renewal process.
Construction General Permit for Stormwater - Adopted September 8, 2022
The California State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board), on September 8, 2022, adopted a NEW construction general permit for stormwater. Learn how it will affect your construction projects moving forward.
CICWQ on the Construction General Permit Training Team – TMDL Compliance Training and QSP Designee Training Module Development
One of the primary functions of CICWQ is to provide water quality compliance training and education to the construction industry and related stakeholders working in the private and public sectors.
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-SEP 2022
A TREMENDOUS THANK YOU to all the companies and individuals who signed the CICWQ Construction Industry Petition to support the industry-led alternative to the California Construction General Permit for Stormwater.
Petition to Change the Construction General Permit for Stormwater
You signed the petetion to support the construction industry and our alternative proposal to the State’s proposed Construction General Permit for stormwater.
YOUR VOICE MATTERED!
California Construction General Permit
The California State Water Resources Control Board (Water Board) is renewing the Construction General Permit (CGP) for stormwater. The Water Board released a Draft CGP at the end of May 2021 for stakeholder…
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-August 2022
It’s been a hot summer in California with all eyes focused on conserving water and finding new ways to improve our supply portfolio. And regulators in Sacramento keep plugging away, moving forward on renewing key regulatory programs impacting the construction industry.
Riverside County Santa Ana River Watershed Stormwater Resource Plan Development
The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District prepared a Stormwater Resource Plan for Riverside County and held its first stakeholder meeting in January 2021. During the meeting, the District discussed the need for the plan and how plan development…
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…
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-Dec 2021
In this December edition of the CICWQ News and Information Summary we highlight important water quality regulatory and policy actions and developments from last month and look ahead to 2022.
Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Updates-Nov 2021
CICWQ’s November updates. Our regulatory priority is the renewal process for the Construction General Permit for stormwater, which affects nearly all CICWQ member …
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Major funding for CICWQ is provided by the Construction Industry Advancement Fund and the Fund for Construction Industry Advancement