Newsletter | November 25, 2025

11.25.25 -- Debunking PFAS Settlement Myths; Utilities Face $4.8B Biosolids Bill

IN THIS ISSUE:

PFAS Treatment Technologies For Water Utilities And PFAS-Contaminated Sites

No Shutdowns, No Setbacks: The Smart Valve Strategy Behind Englewood's Water Upgrade

Unlocking The Flow: The Transformative Value Of Meter Data Management For Water Utilities

The New Imperative For Water Treatment: A Shift From Compliance To Efficiency

Online Total Nitrogen Analysis Of RO Reject Water Reduces Permit Compliance Expense

Why Desalination Needs Ozone — Especially In Texas

Innovations In Diaphragm Metering Pump Technology Enhance Performance

Water Main Rupture Puts Florida Community At Risk Of Flooding

The Hidden Cost: Uncovering The Truth About Non-Revenue Water

U.S. Municipal Utilities Face US$4.8B Biosolids Management Bill

The Life Cycle Benefits Of Ductile Iron Pipe: A Comprehensive Comparison

PFAS Settlements: Debunking The Myths And Revealing What's Really At Stake

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No Shutdowns, No Setbacks: The Smart Valve Strategy Behind Englewood's Water Upgrade

Discover how Englewood, Colorado's Lead Reduction Program utilized Hydra-Stop's Insta-Valve technology to replace 3,000 lead service lines without service disruption, overcoming aging infrastructure challenges and ensuring consistent water supply.

The New Imperative For Water Treatment: A Shift From Compliance To Efficiency

As water scarcity and energy costs rise, new ultrafiltration membrane technologies deliver higher flux, longer lifespan, and reduced fouling — turning water treatment from a compliance task into an efficiency opportunity.

PFAS Treatment Technologies For Water Utilities And PFAS-Contaminated Sites

Discover how PFAS treatment technologies can provide safer drinking water and limit the amount of PFAS in the environment.

Unlocking The Flow: The Transformative Value Of Meter Data Management For Water Utilities

MDM systems transform raw meter data into actionable intelligence, enhancing operational efficiency, driving proactive leak detection, improving billing accuracy, and supporting vital water conservation initiatives.

Online Total Nitrogen Analysis Of Reverse Osmosis Reject Water Reduces Permit Compliance Expense By $350K Annually At Beverage Bottling Plant

Learn how a beverage plant cut its annual reverse osmosis reject water hauling volume by 50%. Real-time total nitrogen (TN) monitoring reduced compliance costs by $350,000 and eliminated discharge penalty risk.

Why Desalination Needs Ozone — Especially In Texas

Discover how pretreatment with ozone is key to securing desalination efficiency. It protects sensitive reverse osmosis membranes, cuts energy demand, and is essential for complex coastal water sources.

The Lifecycle Benefits Of Ductile Iron Pipe: A Comprehensive Comparison With Other Pipe Materials

In this article, explore the lifecycle benefits of ductile iron pipe in comparison with PCCP, PVC, and HDPE pipes.

Innovations In Diaphragm Metering Pump Technology Enhance Performance

Next-generation diaphragm pumps are redefining chemical dosing reliability. Dual-diaphragm hyper-drive technology and BLDC motors eliminate vapor lock, reduce maintenance, and ensure smooth, energy-efficient, and consistent metering performance.

Water Main Rupture Puts Florida Community At Risk Of Flooding

A water main rupture under pressure in Florida required a custom-designed “live line repair” fitting. Engineers quickly deployed, creating a permanent, corrosion-resistant solution and completing repairs in under 10 hours.

The Hidden Cost: Uncovering The Truth About Non-Revenue Water

Non-revenue water drains utility budgets, resources, and public trust. Audits, ultrasonic metering with acoustic leak detection, and community engagement provide practical, cost-effective steps to curb losses and improve efficiency.

INDUSTRY NEWS

U.S. Municipal Utilities Face $4.8B Biosolids Management Bill

U.S. municipal wastewater utilities face a looming $36.4B bill for biosolids management over the next decade — nearly double today’s costs. Shutdowns of aging incinerators, landfill capacity constraints, and PFAS contamination concerns are squeezing out traditional low-cost disposal options.

EPA Announces $7B In Newly Available WIFIA Funding And Five New WIFIA Loan Approvals

America's Engineers Applaud Advancement Of SPEED Act

AqueoUS Vets Welcomes Harland Pond To Senior Leadership Team

New Mexico Sets National Standard In Smart Water Management With ASTERRA Partnership

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

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Integrated Water Services: Clean Water, Clear Choice.

Discover a new generation of compact, fast, and economic modular systems for water and wastewater treatment and reuse. Learn how this technology is the clear choice for meeting stringent water quality limits and ensuring regulatory compliance.

City of Hot Springs Solves Their NRW Losses

This presentation walks through Hot Springs’ story in detail and provides several real-world examples of how the platform has supported them on the city towards achieving their non-revenue water (NRW) loss goal.

Lead Service Line And Leak Detection Services

M.E. Simpson offers custom solutions for lead service line and leak location services. Electro Scan offers three different services for leak detection and condition assessment: Trident, Swordfish, and Delta. These services are suitable for various pipe types and materials.

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PFAS Settlements: Debunking The Myths And Revealing What's Really At Stake For Water Utilities

Misinformation and confusion could prevent some utilities from benefitting from the aqueous film-forming foam multidistrict litigation (AFFF MDL) settlements. Here are five common myths about the AFFF MDL PFAS settlements and how public water systems can make the most of this unprecedented funding opportunity.

The Hidden Costs Of Legacy Operational Technology

Water and wastewater utilities can get stuck in a cycle of upgrading their legacy operational technology systems. Here’s how to break that cycle.

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