Lead Service Line Replacement Tool from Former EPA Flint Coordinator Now Featured in EDF & EPIC's Lead Innovation Hub

Core Insights - Environmental & Public Health International (EPHI) has launched an equity-focused water infrastructure tool, the Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator (LSLRCC), which has been included in the Lead Innovation Hub, a platform aimed at enhancing lead service line replacement efforts across the U.S. [1][2] Group 1: Tool and Its Purpose - The LSLRCC is designed to provide transparent cost estimates and data-driven planning to support equitable and cost-effective lead service line replacements [3] - This tool aligns with the Environmental Protection Agency's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) and facilitates access to funding through the State Revolving Fund (SRF) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) [3][6] Group 2: Collaboration and Goals - The Lead Innovation Hub is a collaborative effort led by the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and the Environmental Policy Innovation Center (EPIC) to promote safe and affordable drinking water infrastructure [2][4] - EPHI aims to empower communities, particularly underserved ones, by providing essential tools and knowledge to protect public health and prevent future drinking water contamination [5][6] Group 3: Broader Impact - The initiatives undertaken by EPHI and its partners align with global efforts to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on equitable access to clean drinking water [6]