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?? Urgent Call to Action! ?? The integrity of our environment is at stake in Illinois, and we need your voice now more than ever! ???? A controversial bill is set to be run today at 4pm by the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC), threatening the guardianship of our precious aquifers and the principles of fair representation. This isn't just a local issue; it affects us all, and your support can make a monumental difference. Whether you're in Illinois or halfway across the globe, you have the power to impact this critical decision. The proposed legislation could sidestep vital environmental protections without proper consideration from those who know best—our dedicated drillers and environmental protectors. ????? Brock Yordy made it clear by stating, "As drillers, our top priority is to never compromise on protecting the environment. Drilling rules and regulations set by industry professionals specifically written to protect aquifers should always be in the spotlight. To attempt a rule change without full consideration from all parties of the impact to groundwater quality is unacceptable." Now is the time to act. Click the link below and make your voice heard! #drilling #environmentaldrilling #thedriller #brockyordy #IllinoisAction Click the link below! ?????? https://lnkd.in/gq_wXgMv

Stop! Take five minutes read and send your thoughts. We need better process management for variances, we don’t need less regulations. We need the right regulations! #groundwater #drilling #groundwaterpolicy #water #21stcenturydriller

Florida 404 Assumption Clarification: The recent ruling regarding the Federal FDEP 404 permitting, will affect those that are discharging of dredged or fill material (impacting a wetland) that is connected to another waterbody. It means that the permittees (developers) that need a Federal 404 Permit; will possibly no longer work with FDEP, and may have to go back to USACOE to get permitted for the Federal 404 permit. The intended assumption that took place in December 2020; main purpose was to streamline the permitting process. Only a few states such as Michigan proceeded with the 404 Assumption which was established in 1984. Therefore, FDEP will no longer issue federal 404 permits. Thus, I assume that USACOE will go back to the pre 2020 rules and continue to be the lead agency in Florida for administering the 404 Permit Program.

USBR: Reclamation seeking public input on the Long-Term Operations of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project Proposed changes hinge on managing releases and diversions from Shasta Reservoir From the Bureau of Reclamation: The Bureau of Reclamation seeks public input on the Long-Term Operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project Draft Environmental Impact Statement. #Biologicalopinions #BureauofReclamation #CentralValleyProject #StateWaterProject #Waterprojectoperations

Enbridge to Renew Controversial Line 5 Pipeline Tunnel Permit The decision comes after months of legal challenges from Michigan's Tribal Nations and environmental advocates. The pipeline, which transports crude oil and natural gas through the straits connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron, has been a concern for decades. The risk of a significant oil spill in the ecologically sensitive region has increased since the pipeline was damaged by an anchor strike in 2018 Read it here ? https://lnkd.in/eN7cTFur #pipelinejournal #pipelinenews #pipelineindustry #pipelines #USA #Michigan

Florida 404 Assumption Clarification: The recent ruling regarding the Federal FDEP 404 permitting, will affect those that are discharging of dredged or fill material (impacting a wetland) that is connected to another waterbody. It means that the permittees (developers) that need a Federal 404 Permit; will possibly no longer work with FDEP, and may have to go back to USACOE to get permitted for the Federal 404 permit. The intended assumption that took place in December 2020; main purpose was to streamline the permitting process. Only a few states such as Michigan proceeded with the 404 Assumption which was established in 1984. Therefore, FDEP will no longer issue federal 404 permits. Thus, I assume that USACOE will go back to the pre 2020 rules and continue to be the lead agency in Florida for administering the 404 Permit Program.

Register today to join us at?GRA's 2024 Groundwater Law and Legislation Forum! Stay informed on the latest legal and legislative intricacies impacting California's groundwater management in an interactive day of learning and engaging discussions. Don't miss out - register now before registration closes! ? MAXIMIZING GROUNDWATER STORAGE POTENTIAL ? After a winter characterized by above normal rainfall (and widespread flooding in certain areas), Californians are asking legislators what can be done to store this excess for future beneficial use. Governor Newsom has touted the Sites Reservoir on national TV while lawmakers have proposed legislation to reduce barriers for building storage. But what DOES major water infrastructure in California look like, especially considering that groundwater aquifers are now considered “natural” infrastructure? How do major water projects like Sites Reservoir play a role in management of water in the Sacramento Valley and beyond? We’re planning to debate these questions (and more!) at GRA’s upcoming Law & Leg Forum! You can ask your burning questions/provide comments and interact with Stephan Tucker (Water Replenishment District), Jennifer Pierre (STATE WATER CONTRACTORS), Paul Liu (Los Angeles Department of Water and Power), Pablo Garza (Chief Consultant for Assembly Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife California State Assembly), and Jay Lund (University of California, Davis) during this panel. Register: https://lnkd.in/g_ens5Jh or sponsor: https://lnkd.in/gjg-6eVA today! Agenda: https://lnkd.in/gaVxa_aC #water #policy #legislation #groundwater #engineering #networking

Inez Birbiglia of Skytesting Civil NYC WBE, talks about the process of testing soil for chemical characteristics. Learn how her team ensures the safety and compliance of materials through rigorous soil testing and environmental consultancy > > www.pwgrosser.com/podcast

We are seeking public feedback on the draft Specified Enactment Direction: Pipeline Conservation and Reclamation Approvals Under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act; Requirements and Guidance for Applications and Postconstruction Reclamation Assessment Reports. ?? The Specified Enactment Direction has two main purposes: 1. It establishes detailed information requirements for pipeline applications, ensuring consistent and technically complete applications. 2. It defines expectations for postconstruction reclamation assessment (PCRA) reports. PCRAs are vital for restoring the land disturbed during pipeline construction to a productive and environmentally stable state. Your input is valuable in ensuring responsible pipeline development that minimizes environmental impact. ?? Read the bulletin to learn more and find out how to provide your feedback. https://bit.ly/3VwZ35f

I am excited to announce the recent publication of my latest book "Cross-Border Impacts Related to Transboundary Aquifers: Characterizing Legal Responsibility and Liability" written with my late father, Dr. Yoram Eckstein. This was my last collaboration with him before he passed away, which makes it quite special to me. The book is published by The Groundwater Project as #OpenAccess and is free to download. Here is the book's description: #Groundwater recognizes none of the political boundaries that humanity has drawn on maps.?As a result, when groundwater traverses borders and frontiers it raises questions of responsibility and liability pertaining to the use, management, exploitation, and administration of cross-border aquifers. This occurs both at the international level where two or more sovereign nations, as well as at the domestic level where two or more subnational political units, overlay a common aquifer. The law applicable to transboundary groundwater resources at both levels of governance is presently quite primitive and lacking. Moreover, the relationship of groundwater law to surface water law is often non-existent. This book provides a foundation for the development of such norms.?It explores circumstances under which the use, management, exploitation, and administration of a transboundary aquifer might cause harm to a neighboring political unit and, thereby, result in legal responsibility and/or liability.?It assesses cause and effect relationships with reference to conceptual models of transboundary aquifers developed by Eckstein & Eckstein (2005).?Notions of gaining and losing stream relationships, recharging and non-recharging aquifers, groundwater flow direction, the impact of groundwater pumping, anthropogenic contamination, and other concepts are utilized to describe scenarios in which harm could traverse a political boundary. The book then translates that analysis into notions of responsibility and liability that are more common in the legal realm. IWRA - International Water Resources Association IAH - International Association of Hydrogeologists National Ground Water Association Permanent Forum of Binational Waters Texas A&M University Texas A&M University School of Law Texas Water Resources Institute Texas Water Foundation International Association for Water Law (AIDA) United Nations Water IHE Delft Institute for Water Education UNESCO International Water Law Academy #transboundaryaquifers #transboundariness #waterlaw #internationalwaterlaw https://bit.ly/3SFiUwA