WQA reminds schools to test for lead in drinking water

Thursday, August 18, 2016 :: 3394 Views :: Product Certification, Technical Guidance, Communications, Website, Consumer & Industry Awareness

The Water Quality Association today reminded school districts to take steps to test for lead in their drinking water to keep children safe as they head back to school this fall. Studies indicate lead is an ongoing concern for many school districts across the country because of corrosion from aging infrastructure.

WQA responds to new Harvard study on PFOA and PFOS

Tuesday, August 9, 2016 :: 3918 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs, Product Certification, Public Water Supply Contamination, Consumer & Industry Awareness

The Water Quality Association responded to a study Harvard researchers conducted finding as many as six million Americans may be at risk of exposure to higher than recommended levels of Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS).

WQA launches Go for the Gold product certification campaign

Tuesday, August 2, 2016 :: 1731 Views :: Product Certification

The Water Quality Association (WQA) today launched a Go for the Gold campaign to help product manufacturers and anyone interested in water purification products understand the process for obtaining WQA's Gold Seal Product Certification Program. WQA is offering a free e-book entitled Go for the Gold to help make the process as simple and smooth as possible.

eNews - July 2016

Friday, July 29, 2016 :: 6 Views :: Communications, eNews

WQA offers free Water Treatment for Dummies booklet

Thursday, July 21, 2016 :: 4216 Views :: Product Certification, Professional Certification, Technical Guidance, Communications, Consumer & Industry Awareness

Water Treatment for Dummies (a Wiley Brand): WQA Special Edition is a free booklet made available by the Water Quality Association to help consumers save money while enhancing the quality of the drinking water in their home or business.

Water Quality Association responds to USGS report on corrosive groundwater

Wednesday, July 13, 2016 :: 2737 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs, Product Certification, Consumer & Industry Awareness

The Water Quality Association (WQA) responds to a new report by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) that found that groundwater in 25 states and the District of Columbia has a high potential for being naturally corrosive.

WQA eNews - June 30, 2016

Friday, July 1, 2016 :: 18 Views :: Convention, Events, Government & Regulatory Affairs, Product Certification, Professional Certification & Training, Professional Certification, Water Quality Research Foundation, Membership, Communications, eNews, Consumer & Industry Awareness

WQA eNews is an electronic newsletter for Water Quality Association members.

Water Quality Association Statement in Response to the National Resources Defense Council Report on Public Water System Lead Violation

Wednesday, June 29, 2016 :: 2374 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs, Consumer & Industry Awareness

The Water Quality Association's statement in response to the National Resource Defense Council report on public water system lead violations.

Homeowners Can Ask For Report on Their Community's Water Quality

Tuesday, June 28, 2016 :: 2362 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs, Consumer & Industry Awareness

Homeowners concerned about the quality of water being supplied by their local public water system can ask for a copy of their municipality’s Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) requires community water systems (those serving more than 25 people or 15 households) to issue a CCR every year by July 1^st.

Excellent Public Education Tool for Water Utilities

Tuesday, June 14, 2016 :: 1653 Views :: Product Certification

The Water Quality Association's (WQA's) Gold Seal Certification Program has certified water treatment point-of-entry and point-of-use since 1959. The program is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC).

PILC Marks 10th Anniversary of WaterSense with Call for Program's Authorization

Monday, June 6, 2016 :: 2196 Views :: Communications, Consumer & Industry Awareness

The Plumbing Industry Leadership Coalition (PILC) marked the 10th anniversary of WaterSense with a call for the program's authorization, noting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) program's achievements relating to water efficiency and savings.

Water Quality Association Provides Quick Facts on PFOA & PFOS

Friday, June 3, 2016 :: 3398 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs, Technical Guidance, Consumer & Industry Awareness

The Water Quality Association (WQA), an Illinois-based not-for-profit organization, has compiled quick facts on Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS) in drinking water.

WQA eNews - May 31, 2016

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 :: 26 Views :: Events, Government & Regulatory Affairs, Product Certification, Professional Certification & Training, Professional Certification, Water Quality Research Foundation, Membership, Communications, eNews, Modular Education Program, Consumer & Industry Awareness

WQA eNews is an electronic newsletter for Water Quality Association members.

WQA & PWQA Endorse Dodd for Senate

Friday, May 27, 2016 :: 1642 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs

California State Assemblyman Bill Dodd (D-Napa) today announced receiving the endorsement of the Pacific Water Quality Association (PWQA) and its national counterpart, the Water Quality Association (WQA) in Senate District 3.

Water Quality Association Congratulates Arizona for Its Water Softener Sustainability Professional Certification Program

Friday, May 27, 2016 :: 1636 Views :: Government & Regulatory Affairs

More than 60 industry professionals have attended a unique Arizona Water Quality Association (AWQA) course to learn best practices to help reduce salinity in Arizona’s water.