About Us
About Us
- Our team is comprised of experts with U.S. EPA as well as private sector experience.
- CWA is a 100% woman-owned small business (WOBE certification pending).
- Clean Water Associates are experts in: Clean Water Act – National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Programs; Safe Drinking Water Act – Underground Injection Control; Tribal Engagement; Federal Grants Management
- Our growing team has over 80 years of expertise in the environmental field.
Expertise
- NPDES permit writing, permit review, water quality based conditions development and stakeholder engagement in the permitting process.
- Water Quality Standards development, interpretation, and incorporation into NPDES permits.
- Extensive knowledge in the development and application of EPA’s Great Lakes Water Quality Guidance.
- UIC permit writing, application development and related endangered species act implementation.
- Tribal governance, sovereignty, and intergovernmental coordination.
- Equity-centered program design and environmental justice strategy.
- Collaboration between NGOs, governments and the private sector to advance inclusive policy and effective community engagement.
Services
- NPDES programs support for permitting issues, compliance evaluations and permit application support.
- UIC regulatory support – permit application development, compliance assistance, technical support, NHPA (§§ 106, 110, 213), and ESA guidance and compliance support.
- Support in engaging in the permit drafting process and engagement with the permitting authorities.
- Advisory support for organizations navigating federal systems.
- Design and facilitation of culturally grounded trainings and stakeholder engagement.
- Development of equity frameworks, outreach models, and strategic communications.