New York’s Lead Problem

The Rockefeller Institute of Government recently published and analysis of New York State’s progress in identifying lead pipes. The report shows that since initial reporting almost a year ago, more than 90% of the state’s drinking water facilities have inventoried their lead service lines. The report also shows that over 200 systems have been logged improperly. New York’s lead crisis is indicative of a nationwide problem, as states attempt to replace their aging infrastructure, things get lost in the process. Many states have complicated reporting and inventorying process that delay lead replacement. Our Health Equity applauds the state of New York for responding to the pervasive problem of lead exposure, however OHE champions alternative solutions, like Folmar Pipe Protection™, that make the goal of lead free water a reality faster. Read more here.