Meet the policy experts guiding BlueConduit’s EPA & state compliance process
Get to know the national experts guiding BlueConduit’s EPA and state regulator engagement, LCRR Service Line Inventory compliance process, and technology development.
How BlueConduit helps customers reach state & EPA Service Line Inventory compliance
BlueConduit has a robust process to help customers manage state-specific Service Line Inventory requirements which includes engagement with regulators, custom state compliance reviews for each customer, and technology to build state-compliant Service Line Inventory data and forms.
President Biden announces state-by-state allocation of $3BN in funding to replace lead pipes
Last week, alongside BlueConduit partner Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) in Wilmington NC, President Joe Biden announced $3 billion in funding to replace lead pipes. This funding “is part of the historic $15 billion in dedicated funding for lead pipe replacement provided by the President’s [2021] Bipartisan Infrastructure Law” and included the announcement of […]
How BlueConduit Engages with State Regulators for LSLI and Predictive Modeling
In 2020, BlueConduit’s expert Data Science and Policy teams literally wrote the book on statistical and predictive methods for LSL inventory and replacement. As the October 2024 LSLI compliance deadline approaches, BlueConduit continues to engage with regulators on behalf of our customers, with a focus on partnering with state regulators to ensure all BlueConduit customers have state- and EPA-compliant LSLIs ready to submit ahead of the compliance deadline. What does this process look like?
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s LSLI and Predictive Modeling Guidance
North Carolina’s Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) recently released updated Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI) Guidance that outlines the requirements for utilizing statistical methods and predictive modeling to classify service line materials. What does this mean for North Carolina-based water utilities?
Meet The Team: Tyler Harmon
Tyler is BlueConduit’s Delivery Project Manager. Get to know Tyler through this quick Q&A.
BlueConduit Awarded Sourcewell Contract for Water Service Line Inventory
BlueConduit is pleased to announce it has been awarded a contract from Sourcewell, a cooperative government procurement agency. The contract is for Water Service Line Inventory and Management Systems with Related Services and was awarded following a rigorous request for proposal process resulting in contracts that meet, or exceed, local procurement requirements.
California DDW Accepts BlueConduit’s Statistical Analysis for Non-Lead Verification
The California State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW) approved BlueConduit’s statistical methods approach to no-lead verification, enabling BlueConduit-supported water systems to use statistical analysis to classify unknown service lines as non-lead.
How Statistical Methods Help Low Lead (and No Lead) Water Systems
Discover the power of statistical methods in enhancing low lead (and no lead) water systems. BlueConduit’s team dives deep into the role statistics play in ensuring water safety, exploring solutions for minimizing lead levels and maximizing public health protection.
Florida DEP Approves Predictive Modeling for LSLI
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) recently released updated Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI) Guidance that outlines the approved methods for service line material identification in the LSLI. What does this mean for Florida-based water systems?
Meet the Team: Blair Forcet
Blair is BlueConduit’s Business Development Manager. Get to know Blair through this quick Q&A.
South Carolina DHEC Approves BlueConduit’s Statistical Methods Approach to No-Lead Validation
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) approved BlueConduit’s statistical methods approach to no-lead verification, enabling the Summerville Commissioners of Public Works (CPW) to use statistical analysis to classify unknown service lines as non-lead.
BlueConduit Co-Founder Jacob Abernethy on Building Values-Based Decisions into AI and Predictive Modeling Tools
BlueConduit co-founder Jake Abernethy’s new article in Fortune magazine highlights the importance, and growing competitive advantage of, incorporating clear values and behaviors into AI tools.
BlueConduit Receives Esri’s GIS for Good Award at Esri Partner Conference for Exceptional Achievement
BlueConduit is pleased to announce it has received the GIS for Good award at the 2024 Esri Partner Conference (EPC) held March 10–11, 2024 in Palm Springs, California.
BlueConduit Comments on EPA’s Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI)
A reliable lead service line inventory is essential to meet upcoming compliance requirements in the proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). BlueConduit outlines its comments submitted to the EPA around this guidance.
Meet The Team: Carrie Shunia
Carrie is BlueConduit’s Marketing Manager. Get to know Carrie through this quick Q&A.
Revolutionizing Lead Service Line Removal: A Milestone for Detroit’s Water Infrastructure
Facing a problem that could normally cost billions of dollars over 40 years, the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) finds that BlueConduit’s machine learning technology can help them do the impossible quickly and on a budget.
Meet The Team: Kristy McGrath
Kristy is BlueConduit’s Vice President of Sales and Commercial Strategy. Here’s a quick Q&A with Kristy.
Updated Michigan Deadline and Guidance for Lead Service Line Inventory
Clean drinking water and lead pipe removal has been top of mind in Michigan since the Flint water crisis. In 2018, the State of Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) amended the state’s Safe Drinking Water Act to require water supplies to develop and maintain a Complete Distribution System Materials Inventory (CDSMI). […]
BlueConduit Selected for Water Innovation Pilot
BlueConduit is excited to announce the selection of our pilot project by the Sustainable Access Solution Fund.
My High-Lead Inventory is Almost Done, So Why Do I Need Predictive Modeling?
You’ve been hard at work on your lead service line inventory and your team is nearing inventory completion. But even with a draft inventory complete, your compliance work isn’t done. Learn more.
How Can AI Help Make Drinking Water Safe?
All water utilities face an October 2024 deadline to inventory their water lines. By using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), utilities can drastically save time, money, and reduce field excavation. ICYMI: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently proposed changes to the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) with the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements […]
Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) – What They Mean for Water Utilities
On November 30, 2023, the EPA released its Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The proposed changes would add substantial requirements for water systems. How should water systems start to prepare for compliance?
UK Water Industry Lead Knowledge Sharing
The potential for lead exposure through drinking water remains a risk in many communities around the world, Tech originally created to help US communities find and replace their lead service lines is gaining acceptance beyond our borders. On November 30, 2023, Jared Webb spoke on predictive modeling for lead service lines at a meeting of […]
Video: Kristy McGrath talks LSLI at WEFTEC
WaterWorld’s Editor-in-Chief Mandy Crispin chats with BlueConduit’s VP of Sales Kristy McGrath in this video interview from WEFTEC 2023. The two discussed the upcoming EPA Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI) deadline of October 2024. They spoke at the October 2023 WEFTEC conference in Chicago, Illinois. Watch the full video on the WaterWorld website. Here links […]
December: Esri Mid-Atlantic User Conference in Philadelphia
Headed to the Esri Mid-Atlantic User Conference in Philadelphia December 13-14? Let’s talk about how we can help you leverage predictive modeling for your service line inventory within ArcGIS Online. What: Esri Mid-Atlantic User Conference Where: Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown When: December 13-14 Agenda at a Glance Come by and say hello to Kristy McGrath during […]
Webinar: Best Practices for Service Line Inventory Prep
Mark your calendars for the upcoming service line inventory prep webinar. BlueConduit’s co-founder Eric Schwartz will talk with WaterWorld’s Editor-in-Chief Mandy Crispin about preparing your service line materials inventory ahead of the EPA deadline. Topic: How water utilities can use best practices to prepare their service line inventory ahead of the EPA Deadline. When: Thursday, […]
Webinar: Water Utilities & Lead Line Inventory
The City of Detroit and BlueConduit will participate in the upcoming Water Utilities & Lead Line Inventory Webinar to be held Thursday October 26, 2023 at 10-11:30 AM MT. This event is one in a series on Using GIS for State and Local Government Asset Management. You can register for the event now at Asset […]
BlueConduit Integrates with Esri Software to help Utilities Replace Lead Pipes Nationwide
Data science and location intelligence collaborate for Lead and Copper Rule Revision compliance (ANN ARBOR, Michigan) September 27, 2023 — Water analytics pioneer BlueConduit proudly announces its integration with Esri, the global leader in location intelligence. This technical integration and go-to-market partnership will bring BlueConduit’s machine learning to utilities using Esri ArcGIS technology. Water utility […]
August 2023 Water Utility Events
BlueConduit will be in St. Paul, Minnesota, Columbus, Ohio, and Ocean City, Maryland in August. Let’s connect! August 16 | Esri Midwest Water User Group | St. Paul, MN Come to network with other water utilities, hear the presentations. BlueConduit is sponsoring the lunch and will also present at the event. Register on Eventbrite. August […]
