Newsletter | September 3, 2026

09.03.26 -- EPA Announces $11.75M For Cyber And Weather Defense; How To Bring Back Urban Streams

IN THIS ISSUE:

The Afterlife Of PFAS: Solving A Problem That Doesn't End

Loudoun County Deploys Acoustic Leak Detection & Recoups Cost With Savings In NRW

Grit Removal Essentials

Catching An Upset Before The Phone Rings

UV Advanced Oxidation For Potable Reuse

Modernizing Water Stewardship In The Desert

Leak Detection Program For Roswell, New Mexico

Optimization Of WWWTP Processes With AI

How Preventative Maintenance Agreements Can Help Avoid Catastrophic Costs

EPA Announces $11.75M To Help Protect Drinking Water From Cyberattacks And Extreme Weather

Why Planning Is The Hero Of AMI Deployment

Many Cities Buried Urban Streams. Here's How To Bring Them Back

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Satellite Intelligence In Leak Detection

Through ASTERRA, the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has launched LeakTracer – a first-of-its-kind grant funding program that deploys AI and advanced satellite technology to reduce water loss and strengthen long-term water resilience for rural water utilities state-wide.

FEATURED ARTICLES

Loudoun County Deploys Acoustic Leak Detection & Recoups Cost With Savings In NRW

Advanced acoustic sensors help growing utilities identify hidden leaks and prevent costly pipe bursts. By shifting from reactive to planned repairs, municipalities can significantly reduce non-revenue water loss and recoup technology investments through operational savings.

Grit Removal Essentials

More companies offer mechanized grit removal systems and services than ever before, underscoring the increasing grit removal focus in the industry. The rising application of membrane bioreactors (MBRs), specialized pumping equipment, and fine bubble diffusers in wastewater treatment plant infrastructure require protective equipment up front to maximize service life and operation.

The Afterlife Of PFAS: Solving A Problem That Doesn't End

Managing persistent water contaminants requires shifting from temporary removal to complete lifecycle destruction. Sustainable remediation strategies target upstream industrial discharge and concentrate waste streams to permanently safeguard drinking water sources from re-contamination.

The Early-Warning Network: Catching An Upset Before The Phone Rings

Relying on customer complaints to flag water quality issues leaves utilities playing catch-up. Continuous, distributed monitoring acts as an early tripwire, catching residual loss and biological changes early to contain upsets before they spread.

UV Advanced Oxidation For Potable Reuse

Faced with rising water scarcity, advanced facilities are utilizing UV advanced oxidation to destroy persistent chemical micropollutants and achieve stringent pathogen disinfection in a single step, ensuring a highly pure, reliable potable water supply.

Modernizing Water Stewardship In The Desert Southwest

Discover how advanced metering infrastructure transforms water management by providing real-time visibility into distribution networks. Learn to identify leaks proactively, reduce non-revenue water loss, and empower consumers with data-driven insights to ensure long-term resource resilience.

Leak Detection Program For Roswell, New Mexico

Harnessing satellite intelligence allows utilities to pinpoint hidden underground leaks with precision. By focusing field crews on high-probability clusters, municipalities can drastically reduce water loss, optimize repair budgets, and prioritize critical infrastructure replacement projects.

Optimization Of Wastewater Treatment Plant Processes With The Help Of AI

It is more important than ever for cities and municipalities to leverage wastewater treatment plant data to optimize operational efficiency and sustainability, given the increase in energy prices and the rising frequency of severe weather events due to climate change.

How Preventative Maintenance Agreements Can Help Avoid Catastrophic Costs

Learn how preventative maintenance agreements (PMAs) reduce risk, extend equipment life, and save money for wastewater utilities by minimizing failures, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing operational predictability.

Why Planning Is The Hero Of AMI Deployment

Thorough planning, accurate data, and strong communication are the keys to successful AMI deployments, preventing costly disruptions and ensuring technology delivers long-term operational and customer service value.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

 

EPA Announces $11.75M To Help Protect Drinking Water From Cyberattacks And Extreme Weather Events

The EPA has announced $11.75 million in grant funding drinking water systems to help protect them from cybersecurity threats and improve resiliency against extreme weather events.

Water Mission Responds To Devastating Flash Floods In Nepal

Black & Veatch Launches BVInfraIQ, An AI-Enabled Digital Infrastructure Intelligence Platform

U.S. VP J.D. Vance, U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Request Independent Investigation Of The Biden Administration's Response To Train Derailment In East Palestine

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

Ortho-Phosphate Analyzer

Introducing the NP6000sc, the latest evolution in Hach® Phosphate Analyzers. As the next evolution in nutrient monitoring, combining the trusted reliability of Phosphax with cutting-edge innovations to address your biggest challenges.

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Hach

 

 

Aerzen Turbo MultiCore

AERZEN MultiCore series turbo blowers allow for a wide range of operation with airflow delivery of 15000 cfm and above. With over 6 to 1 turndown utilizing multiple cores, the AERZEN MultiCore series provides flexibility to users needing a wide range of flows.

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Aerzen

 

 

Base-Mounted Pressure Booster Stations

Base Mounted Pump Stations are pre-engineered units with an extensive selection of pumps, motors, controls, piping and accessories.

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Gorman-Rupp Pumps

 

 

KLa Systems Jet Mixer

Jet Mixers offer superior mixing of large diameter tanks by providing uniform energy distribution while minimizing power input. This mixing technology results in decreased reaction times, improved liquid blending and off bottom suspension of light, organic solids. 

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Integrated Water Services, Inc.

 

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Modular Frameworks For Custom Water Treatment

Andrew Strassner, President of Sentinel Water Solutions, sits down with The Water Online Show to highlight the distinct operational advantages of custom-built, modular treatment systems.

 

Kamstrup Partner Program Overview

At Kamstrup, each of our partners is important to us. They are a core component of how we go-to-market, drive business and help us achieve a presence across North America as well as globally. That’s why we are dedicated to helping each of our partners grow and succeed. Regardless if you are an Authorized, Premium or Elite level partner, Kamstrup commit to providing you and your team with the tools and support that will enable you to maintain and grow your business.

 

Shaping The Future Of Water: Insights From Ron Koch On A Changing Water Industry

Spanning several decades of firsthand experience, Ron Koch, Director of Business Development at Master Meter, joins The Water Online Show for a nostalgic yet forward-looking interview tracking the monumental shifts in waterworks technology from manual operations to advanced automation.

FEATURED GUEST COLUMN

Many Cities Buried Urban Streams. Here's How To Bring Them Back

As many cities developed, streams that once flowed on the surface were buried underground to make way for growing infrastructure. However, as heavier rainfall, extreme weather and aging infrastructure place growing pressure on cities, these buried streams could become part of the solution. Restoring streams to the surface — a practice known as stream daylighting — can help manage stormwater, restore habitats, and create greener, more walkable public spaces.

 

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