WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Oct. 23 announced $3.6 billion in funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for water infrastructure nationwide, including $69.8 million for North Carolina.
“This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law – the largest investment in water infrastructure in American history. To ensure investments reach communities that need them the most, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law mandates that most of the funding announced today must be provided to disadvantaged communities in the form of grants or loans that do not have to be repaid,” an EPA announcement states.
The funds will flow through the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving funds to states, and another $2.6 billion was announced less than a month ago.
“Water keeps us healthy, sustains vibrant communities and dynamic ecosystems, and supports economic opportunity. When our water infrastructure fails, it threatens people’s health, peace of mind, and the environment,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s historic investment in water, EPA is working with states and local partners to upgrade infrastructure and address local challenges—from lead in drinking water, to PFAS, to water main breaks, to sewer overflows and climate resilience. Together, we are creating good-paying jobs while ensuring that all people can rely on clean and safe water.”
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