Newsletter | April 14, 2026

04.14.26 -- Navigating AI And The Water Workforce; Melting Glaciers May Threaten Water Security

IN THIS ISSUE:

Opportunities And Challenges In Decentralized Wastewater Reuse Applications

Oregon City Finds Improved Customer Service With The Aclara RF Network

Preparing Water Infrastructure For The Future

Danville One-Year Update

The Importance Of Pilot Testing Capital Investments For Wastewater Treatment Plants

Case Study: Metal-Plating Wastewater (MI) - DEXSORB Full-Scale

Custom Tank Designs That Actively Manage PFAS Mass Transfer Zone (MTZ)

Wastewater Treatment Efficiency: Roles Of Oil-Free Blower Technology

DEYAK Water Utility Drives Technology Advancement For Water Systems In Greece

Researchers Predict Melting Glaciers May Threaten Future Water Security

Rural North Texas Community Cuts Non-Revenue Water By 42% With Pipeline Leak-Detection Technology

The Augmented Operator: Navigating The Intersection Of AI And The Water Sector Workforce

FEATURED ARTICLES

The Importance Of Pilot Testing Capital Investments For Wastewater Treatment Plants

By providing valuable data and insights, pilot tests enable facilities to make informed decisions, optimize their operations, and mitigate risks associated with new technologies.

Custom Tank Designs That Actively Manage PFAS Mass Transfer Zone (MTZ) — And Why It Matters More Than Ever

As utilities prepare for the pending 4-ppt PFAS drinking water MCL, many are discovering that legacy lead/lag designs — workhorses for decades when treating contaminants in the ppm and ppb range — simply are not optimized for the ppt-level precision PFAS demands.

Danville One-Year Update

A next-gen submersible pump eliminated clogging at a high-demand lift station, reducing maintenance, cutting costs, and delivering reliable, clog-free wastewater performance for over a year.

Rural North Texas Community Cuts Non-Revenue Water By 42% With Pipeline Leak-Detection Technology

Discover how a city solved its non-revenue water challenge by rapidly pinpointing three hard-to-find leaks in 13 miles of aging pipeline using a free-swimming acoustic tool.

Opportunities And Challenges In Decentralized Wastewater Reuse Applications

Decentralized wastewater management, when coupled with reuse or recycling of treated sanitary sewage, increases treatment options, and creates even greater value than when employed alone.

Oregon City Finds Improved Customer Service With The Aclara RF Network

Redmond’s water utility previously relied on contracted meter readers to manually report water meter data once a month. Using this outdated monthly system, the city was obtaining inconsistent information that did not allow the utility to effectively answer customer questions.

Wastewater Treatment Efficiency: Roles Of Oil-Free Blower Technology

Wastewater treatment plants face the ongoing challenge of efficiently processing wastewater from various sources, including residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, to mitigate pollution and safeguard environmental health.

Case Study: Metal-Plating Wastewater — DEXSORB Full-Scale

A metal-plating service provider detected 12 PFAS at a total concentration of 36,704 ppt in the final process water at its Michigan facility. PFOS was detected at 840 ppt on average, more than the city PFOS discharge limit of 28 ppt. The facility utilizes coagulation and sedimentation process to remove metals and requires PFAS treatment prior to discharge to the city’s sanitary sewer.

DEYAK Water Utility Drives Technology Advancement For Water Systems In Greece

As part of Greece’s post-pandemic National Recovery and Resilience Plan, the government is prioritizing sustainable water and waste management alongside energy reform and digital modernization.

Preparing Water Infrastructure For The Future

The current state of the water infrastructure in the U.S. needs critical attention. Aging and underfunded systems, increasing demand, and the impacts of climate change are putting immense pressure on the nation’s ability to deliver this essential resource.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Researchers Predict Melting Glaciers May Threaten Future Water Security

Glaciers in High Mountain Asia — a region encompassing the Tibetan Plateau and its surrounding mountain ranges — are shrinking rapidly, endangering water resources for millions of people.

New Partnership Expands Water Supply Security In Southern California

PA American Water Announces Investment Of $722M To Strengthen Water And Wastewater Service In 2025

Piscataway WRRF Bioenergy Facility Wins Build America Award

EPA Announces $34M WIFIA Loan To Improve Stormwater Management In San Mateo County, CA

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

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Aria Filtra Health Check Service Datasheet

Discover how our Health Check service can lower operational costs, improve system productivity, and extend membrane module life. 

Vacuum-Assisted Pump, Diesel-Powered, 6" x 4" Datasheet

Diesel-engine-driven centrifugal pump equipped with vacuum-assisted priming system.

FEATURED GUEST COLUMNS

The Augmented Operator: Navigating The Intersection Of AI And The Water Sector Workforce

The water sector is facing a convergence of crises. On one side, an estimated 30–50% of the utility workforce is projected to retire within the next decade, taking with them irreplaceable institutional knowledge. On the other, AI is no longer future technology; it is being deployed today for operations. These two forces are colliding at precisely the moment utilities can least afford disruption.

How Water Utilities Can Foster Change — And Prioritize People

Water and wastewater utilities are under pressure. Aging infrastructure, rapid population growth, and a retiring workforce are just a few of the challenges they face. Where do utilities turn for solutions? While technology solutions and new tools take center stage, a critical piece is often overlooked: the people.

PRODUCT FOCUS

The Inspection Workflow That Helps You Prioritize Resources - IDEX Intelligent Water

World Water Works DAF - World Water Works, Inc.

ReliaSource 7x10 Above-Ground Lift Stations - Gorman-Rupp Pumps

HydraForce Lift Station Agitators - Kasco Marine

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