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American Water Works Association Features Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator (LSLRCC), Advancing Equity-Focused Lead Service Line Replacement Nationwide

1. The LSLRCC was featured in AWWA's Opflow magazine, boosting its credibility. 2. The tool assists compliance with SDWA and LCRI, aiding public health. 3. It supports infrastructure upgrades using funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. 4. The focus is on eliminating lead exposure, enhancing community water resilience. 5. The initiative aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for safe water access.

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AWK could benefit from increased awareness and funding for water infrastructure projects, as seen historically when similar initiatives led to stock price increases in utility companies.

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The focus on lead pipe replacement and water quality impacts AWK's operations directly, aligning with their business model.

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As investment in water infrastructure grows, AWK stands to gain in the long term, similar to past expansions in utility sectors driven by regulatory changes.

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CHICAGO, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Environmental & Public Health International (EPHI) announced that its equity-focused water infrastructure tool, the Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator (LSLRCC), has been featured in the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Opflow magazine. This prestigious recognition positions the LSLRCC as a leading solution for municipalities, public water systems, and planners proactively modeling lead service line replacement costs. The multilingual resource, available in English and Spanish, enables communities to estimate costs, streamline budgeting, and accelerate efforts to eliminate lead exposure from drinking water. Supporting Compliance and SDG AlignmentBuilt on hands-on expertise from the Flint Water Crisis response, the LSLRCC helps utilities and regulatory agencies maintain Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) compliance and implement Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The tool guides infrastructure upgrades funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and advances UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for safe water and sanitation. This ensures equitable access to clean drinking water and strengthens community water infrastructure resilience. Sponsor the Equity-Focused Lead Service Line Replacement Cost CalculatorMission-aligned public, nonprofit, and private sector partners are invited to explore UN-aligned sponsorship opportunities on the LSLRCC Sponsorship page, helping expand safe water access and equity nationwide. Insights From Leadership“Being featured in AWWA Opflow underscores the LSLRCC’s credibility and impact as a leading, practical tool for public water system planning,” said Anthony Ross, Director of EPHI and former EPA Flint Emergency Coordinator. “Our goal is to empower all communities to make data-driven decisions that protect public health and eliminate lead exposure.” This recognition follows a series of high-profile features and endorsements, including: LCRI Tool for Disadvantaged Communities | UN Water Action HubAugust 21, 2025 EPA-Aligned LSLR Tool for LCRI & DWSRF | APA WashingtonAugust 16, 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Funding & Compliance Tool | Duke CTSIAugust 13, 2025 Environmental Justice Lead Service Line Replacement Tool | WPPAugust 10, 2025 UNICEF-Aligned SDWA & LCRI Compliance Tool Listed on UNEP PlatformAugust 3, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Improvements Compliance Tool | Featured by NCHHJuly 27, 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement | Free EPA-Aligned Tool Featured by EDF & EPIC Innovation HubJuly 13, 2025 Water Infrastructure Tool | EPA, HUD, USDA | Environmental Justice | Lead Service Line ReplacementJuly 12, 2025 Sponsor WHO- & UNEP-Aligned Clean Water Equity Tool Advancing 8 UN SDGs | WASH & LSLRJuly 6, 2025 UNEP Recognizes Safe Drinking Water Equity Tool | Sponsor NowJune 28, 2025 Free Lead Service Line Replacement Tool | Supports SRF ApplicationsJune 22, 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Tool listed in MERLOT & CivicTechJune 7, 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Cost | Tribal & Local GovernmentsMay 26, 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Tool | Federal Trademark & Copyright FiledMay 11, 2025 Former EPA Official Debuts Lead Service Line Replacement ToolApril 29, 2025 Former EPA Flint Coordinator Leads Water Crisis TrainingMarch 31, 2025 About Environmental & Public Health International (EPHI)Environmental & Public Health International (EPHI) delivers EPA-aligned public water supply training and compliance technical assistance for drinking water utilities and government agencies. Grounded in hands-on expertise from the Flint Water Crisis lead contamination response and ongoing recovery efforts in Flint. EPHI equips water utilities, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to prevent lead in drinking water, maintain Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) compliance, and protect community public health. Through a data-driven, community-focused water infrastructure approach, EPHI strengthens State Revolving Fund (SRF) drinking water grant applications, supports Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) compliance strategies, and guides drinking water infrastructure upgrades funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). By advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for safe water and sanitation, EPHI drives equitable access to clean drinking water, resilience in public water systems, and the long-term protection of sustainable community water infrastructure. For more information on our terms, privacy policy, training evaluation surveys, and registration details, please contact us.

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