Happy Earth Day! There are many reasons to value and protect our planet’s water sources each and every day, but the importance of maintaining clean drinking water for all is one of the very best ones. Today is a great day to thank a water operator for all they do!
#EarthDay
Meet our Rural Utilities Service (RUS) staff! USDA's RUS provides financing for the infrastructure that keeps rural towns running. Whether it's for water and wastewater, telecom or electric, RUS focusses on low-interest loans and affordable user rates: https://t.co/sDfOyQEhQA
#SepticSmart#QuickTip: Protect It and Inspect It! Regular #septicsystem maintenance can save homeowners thousands of dollars and protect public health. Watch here: https://t.co/9uO8ZaRGvv.
1 in 5 households in the U.S. rely on a septic system, yet many communities face a shortage of trained professionals. This #SepticSmart Week, we’re highlighting the demand for careers in decentralized #wastewater management, an essential aspect of public health & the environment.
Keep an eye out! The 13th annual SepticSmart Week is almost here. Learn about the public health, environmental, and economic benefits of a well-maintained septic system. Go to https://t.co/2zHu3bMsjE for more information.
#SepticSmart#Wastewater#CleanWater#PollutionPrevention
Sep 4 8AM: NHC continues to monitor a tropical wave over the eastern Atlantic that has a medium chance of development in next 48 h and a high chance of formation during the next 7 days. Stay up to date with the latest at https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb
Hurricane #Erin Advisory 22: Category 5 Erin Continuing to Pass North of the Northern Leeward Islands. New Tropical Storm Watch For the Turks and Caicos Islands. https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb
For rural communities to thrive, water must be a top priority. @CoBank understands this and has a mission to serve rural America and water systems. Put their financing expertise and resources to work on your next water or sewer project. https://t.co/WdNRzpFvlm
Need to create, improve or expand the supply of safe drinking water and waste disposal in your community? @CoBank specializes in rural water financing and leasing options for meters and specialty equipment! Learn more!
11am EDT Mon Aug 11th - Tropical Storm #Erin has formed in the far eastern tropical Atlantic just west of the Cabo Verde Islands.
Maximum sustained winds are 45 mph & intensification is forecast as it moves westward across the open tropical Atlantic.
https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ
After the fire, a mother bird was found in her nest—wings still shielding her eggs. 🪹🔥
She could’ve flown, but she stayed.
She protected them till the end. 💔🕊️
Check out our latest Annual Impact Report! Learn about our relationship with rural, who we work with, and why our work matters. RCAP has been busy working on the ground with rural communities across the nation. 💧🌟 https://t.co/9vYDnEvmR6
#Water#TAP#Rural#RuralMatters
The Great American Farmers Market unites all 50 states, small farmers, rural communities and the nation on the National Mall to celebrate America’s deep agricultural heritage. https://t.co/TH4odqgHQ7
In our second week of highlighting #RuralMatters, we visit Winslow, Arkansas with Communities Unlimited! The town is in the planning development stage to improve its water system. See how Winslow and CU worked together to improve the water system here, https://t.co/FXsIRGg5tj.
We're committed to improving the economy and quality of life in rural America! We support essential services like housing, healthcare, and infrastructure through our loans, grants, and technical assistance. Together, we can drive economic security and prosperity! #EconomicGrowth
Happy #DrinkingWaterWeek! May 4-10, join AWWA in celebrating the essential role of safe water and the dedicated professionals who deliver it. This week, we'll explore the science, infrastructure and value of our most vital resource.