In Rural Puerto Rico, Water Systems Depend on Volunteers—and Threatened Federal Grants

Across the archipelago, community leaders and academic partners are collaborating to bridge funding gaps and ensure disconnected residents maintain water access as storms grow stronger. 

By Sarah Mattalian
August 2, 2025
Sarah Mattalian
Sarah Mattalian

Sarah Mattalian is a graduate student at Northwestern University Medill, pursuing a master’s degree in journalism with a specialization in health, environment and science reporting. ]

 
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