Challenges in Water Governance

This chapter delves into the complexities of water governance in the United States, critiquing the EPA's inadequate regulation of contaminants and the fragmented approach to water quality management. It highlights the public health risks posed by unregulated chemicals in drinking water and the failures of state and local governments to ensure accountability among utilities. The discussion also examines the financial pressures on water utilities and the broader implications for safe drinking water amidst misaligned incentives and infrastructural challenges.