water infrastructure

Ukraine's Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal warns that Russia's next winter campaign may target the country's water infrastructure following attacks on the power grid. Kyiv is enhancing critical infrastructure and seeking additional Patriot missiles and financial support from allies.

The FBI reports cyberattacks on water systems in seven U.S. states, with federal officials attributing the attacks to Iran. Liz Landers discussed the issue with Cynthia Kaiser, who previously worked in the FBI’s cyber division and now works at Halcyon.

Fort Edward and Hudson Falls in Washington County will receive $25.9 million in state support for water infrastructure projects, as announced by Governor Hochul.

A task force report in Colorado highlights that severance tax revenue from energy production is too volatile to reliably fund water access and infrastructure. The report lists alternatives like data center fees, a special trust, and a sod grass tax as potential funding options.

This week's On The Record discusses the US Senate race in South Carolina, political debates surrounding water infrastructure, and the environmental and economic impacts of data centers.

Calvert Williamson, a candidate for governor, advocates for green fee revenues to be transparent, independently audited, and allocated to wildfire prevention, water infrastructure, disaster preparedness, and community resilience.

Yuki Lei Sugimura, a candidate for Maui County Mayor, plans to accelerate permit and project reviews to facilitate home construction and invest in water, wastewater, and roadway infrastructure to support housing development.

Somaliland has launched construction of a major seawater desalination project in the coastal district of Saylac to address chronic water shortages. Officials described the initiative as one of the country's most significant investments in water infrastructure.

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu state has stated that his administration is prioritizing water infrastructure and sustainability, emphasizing that access to safe water is a fundamental right. The government is re-committing to universal access to clean water.

The UN has reported record levels of settler violence in the West Bank this year. Palestinian farmers allege that an IDF project aimed at preventing smuggling and terror attacks has damaged their water infrastructure.

Montreal has asked residents to reduce water consumption this summer, prompting questions about the city's aging water infrastructure. Experts state that emergency repairs are typical for such an old system and that current efforts are proactive to prevent more severe failures.

Google is addressing environmental concerns related to its AI data centers by committing to replenish more water than it uses by 2030. The company also pledged to invest in local water infrastructure, identify alternative water sources, and improve transparency around water use.

The war has exacerbated Iran's water crisis as attacks by the United States and Israel on desalination plants and water infrastructure have worsened the situation.

The article discusses how water infrastructure is increasingly targeted during wars, exacerbating water scarcity crises and affecting vulnerable populations.

Israel is deliberately targeting Lebanon's water infrastructure, according to experts, with the intent to displace or harm the population in south Lebanon. The attacks are seen as part of a broader strategy to destabilize the region.