Press Releases – Philadelphia Water Department

Philadelphia Water Department Highlights Water Conservation Measures Following Drought Watch

November 2024 Press Releases

For Immediate Release: November 1, 2024 Contact: Brian.Rademaekers@phila.gov | (215) 380-9327 Philadelphia Water Department Highlights Water Conservation Measures Following Drought Watch Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection calls for reduced water use in Philadelphia, 35 counties. PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Water Department supports the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (PADEP) call for reduced water use by residents […]

Water Department launches new map of service line materials to meet new federal regulations

October 2024 Announcements, Press Releases, Water Quality

For Immediate Release: October 21, 2024 Contact: Brian.Rademaekers@phila.gov | (215) 380-9327 Water Department launches new map of service line materials to meet new federal regulations Online tool shares existing water service line material records for every Philadelphia property PHILADELPHIA –The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) has launched a new public-facing online map showing PWD’s records of […]

Philadelphia Secures Over $24M for Water Infrastructure Through Pa. American Recovery Plan Funds

January 2024 Announcements, Events, Press Releases

For Immediate Release: January 25, 2024 Contact: Brian.Rademaekers@phila.gov | (215) 380-9327 House Majority Appropriations Chairman Jordan Harris, Mayor Cherelle Parker, State Lawmakers, and City Leaders Celebrate $25 Million in State Grant Funding to Philadelphia Water Department Funding supports three projects, with benefits for all Philadelphia residents. PHILADELPHIA –Pennsylvania House Majority Appropriations Chairman Jordan Harris joined […]

Video: Dec. 13 Virtual Presentation on Planned Deammonification Facility

December 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

On December 13th, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) hosted a virtual public presentation highlighting a planned facility adjacent to the existing Southwest Philadelphia Water Pollution Control Plant that will help improve water quality in the Delaware River. Project background: As part of efforts to reduce the amount of ammonia discharged to the Delaware River, PWD […]

Free Delaware River Fest Returns to Penn’s Landing Sept. 9

August 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

For Immediate Release: August 10, 2023 Contact: Brian.Rademaekers@phila.gov Delaware River Festival Brings Free Water Fun, Science to Penn’s Landing This annual event brings people together and features a day of family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning to the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts. PHILADELPHIA – End summer with a splash on Saturday, Sept. 9 with […]

Press Release: State Grant Program Returns for One Month and May Offer Customers Up to $5,000 for Past-Due Water Bills

July 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

For Immediate Release: July 11, 2023 State Grant Program Returns for One Month and May Offer Customers Up to $5,000 for Past-Due Water Bills The LIHWAP grant program has reopened and will accept applications through August 11, 2023. PHILADELPHIA, PA– The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, is re-opening today, July 10, 2023, and may provide up […]

Philadelphia Water Dept. Issues Statement on EPA PFAS Proposal

March 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

For Immediate Release: March 24, 2023 Contact: Brian.Rademaekers@phila.gov | (215) 380-9327 Philadelphia Water Dept. Statement on Proposed PFAS Regulations PHILADELPHIA – On March 14, 2023 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced proposed national primary drinking water regulations for certain PFAS compounds. These proposed regulations include a maximum contaminant level (MCL) of four parts per trillion […]

Press Release: Grease Is For Poles, Not Drains – Super Bowl PSA

February 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

Phila. Water Dept. reminds residents taking part in Super Bowl festivities to observe good home plumbing habits by properly disposing of fat, oil, and grease used in cooking.

Media Alert: Philadelphia Residents Could Win $100 by Completing Annual Customer Survey

February 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

Previous survey results have led to new programs and customer service improvements. For the eighth consecutive year, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) is partnering with ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania to conduct an annual comprehensive customer satisfaction survey.

Press Release: Biden Announces $500M Financing for Water Projects

February 2023 Announcements, Press Releases

Replacing water mains in 11 areas helps customers remove lead pipes. More funding to support significant plant upgrades in City’s multibillion-dollar plan.