Newsletter | December 22, 2025

12.22.25 -- New Method For Removing PFAS From Groundwater

IN THIS ISSUE:

Source & Drinking Water Treatment

Distribution & Collection Systems

Wastewater Treatment

Industry News

Utility Management

Technology Showcase

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The Water Online Show: PFAS In Biosolids — What Utilities Need To Prepare For

In this episode of The Water Online Show, hosts Travis Kennedy and Kevin Westerling dive into one of the most pressing issues in the water and wastewater industry: PFAS contamination. With the recent release of the U.S. EPA’s draft risk assessment on PFAS in biosolids, the conversation is more relevant than ever.

SOURCE & DRINKING WATER TREATMENT

Providing Safe Drinking Water To A Rural Community Impacted By PFAS

Read about how ECT2 was able to help a customer and their engineering team design and install a treatment system quickly after PFAS were detected in their drinking water.

 

Activated Carbon Applications For Drinking Water Production

Water is an essential element of life: it accounts for 70% to 80% of the weight of a human being. The quality of water is an important parameter that affects all aspects of the well-being of ecosystems and mankind.

Drinking Water Disinfection At Lunenberg, Massachusetts Local Community

In this case study, read how the Lunenburg Water District improved their water disinfection system with the installation of an Atlantium RZ300-11 HOD UV system. The system effectively disinfects water, meets future demands, and eliminates chlorine taste and odor.

Treating Trace Contaminants In Drinking Water - Aurora, Colorado

To protect residents from environmental contaminants, the City of Aurora set stringent water treatment goals and adopted an advanced treatment process at the Aurora Reservoir Water Purification Facility.

DISTRIBUTION & COLLECTION SYSTEMS

Retrofitting: Is It Right For Your Sewage Lift Station?

It’s just past 10:00 on a Friday night, and the phones start ringing in the pockets of the on-call collection systems operators. It’s an alarm for another pump clog at one of your sewage lift stations — the second one this week.

 

The Real Reason Your Pumps Fail

A common misconception when a pump goes down in wastewater applications is that the pump is always the source of the problem. The reality is that many — if not most — failures occur because of the system’s impact on the pump or because of other external environmental/operational factors.

Protecting A Sensitive Waterway With Effluent Sewer Collection

Vero Beach is a small but densely populated city adjacent to the Indian River Lagoon on Florida’s east coast. Many of the city’s approximately 1,500 on-site septic tanks and drainfields were failing, and the excess nitrogen, phosphorus, and bacteria were considered primary contributors of pollution to the watershed.

Redefining The Value Of Submersible Centrifugal Pumps

Choosing the right submersible centrifugal pump requires looking beyond the purchase price. Features like clog resistance, energy efficiency, and ease of maintenance can drastically reduce long-term operational costs.

WASTEWATER TREATMENT

Blower System Integration For Wastewater Aeration Applications

The overall wastewater treatment process is complex, and each step is integral to ensure that water is properly purified. Effluent ends up in the plants, containing substances that must be removed before the water can be properly cleaned and returned for use.

 

Wastewater Lagoons — A New Aeration Concept

The use of wastewater treatment lagoons, or stabilization ponds, is a common practice for rural municipalities and industrial facilities. Through the years, there have been numerous designs for these “sludge settling basins,” ranging from facultative, partial aerated, and fully aerated systems.

Optimizing Wastewater Treatment Through Measurement

In this white paper, discover how digital measurement is helping to maximize wastewater treatment efficiency. 

The Real Cost Of Wastewater Treatment: MBR Reshapes The Equation

For years, conventional activated sludge (CAS) has been the default in wastewater treatment. But the industry is changing.

UTILITY MANAGEMENT

Making Data Usable

A utility’s ability to control and improve processes is only as good as the data it uses. Learn what it takes to make your data actionable.

 

Fort Worth Water Achieves Data-Driven Success With Xylem Technology

Read about a utility that reduced field investigations by 90%, enhancing operations and customer satisfaction with near-real-time data.

Turning Water Utility Data Into Action: The Power Of Modern Meter Data Management

Smart meters, sensors, and operational systems generate a constant stream of information about water flow, pressure, consumption, and system performance. But data alone doesn't solve problems — it's the ability to understand and act on this information that drives real operational improvements.

Providing Clean Water Infrastructure With Digital Workflows

Read about the Uttar Pradesh State Water and Sanitation's mission to bring drinking water to every household in their area by improving water infrastructure. 

INDUSTRY NEWS

 

New Method For Removing PFAS From Groundwater

The ubiquity of PFAS in groundwater has raised a critical question: How can we remediate the contaminated groundwater? While previous research has demonstrated the potential to destroy selected PFAS in laboratory-based settings, a new study demonstrates a potential solution to the challenge of mitigating PFAS in real-world situations.

Research Shows How Coffee Waste Could Be Used To Clean Contaminated Water

Summer Storms Increase The Risk Of Cyanobacterial Blooms In Clear Water Lakes

Research Team Uses AI To Help Address Climate Change Crises

Groundwater Week 2025 Sets Records For Attendance And Exhibitors, NGWA Swears-In First Female President

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

Proactive Pipeline Management

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Xylem

 

 

AOS Advanced Oxidation System

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BioLargo Inc

 

Network Visualizations

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Qatium

 

 

Rectangular Recessed Wet Well Mounted Pump Station

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Smith & Loveless, Inc.

 

 

SONATA Ultrasonic Meter

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Master Meter, Inc.

 

Integrinex Advanced Control Systems

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Gorman-Rupp Pumps

 

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