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1. WaterEquity Invests In Organica Water Advancing Decentralized Wastewater Solutions Across South & Southeast Asia 1/15/2026

   WaterEquity has announced an investment from the Water & Climate Resilience Fund (the “Fund”), committing USD 5 million to Organica Water.

2. WRF Seeks Pre-Proposals For High-Priority Utility Research 1/15/2026

   The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is now accepting pre-proposals for its matching research program, the Tailored Collaboration Program.

3. Disinfecting Drinking Water Produces Potentially Toxic Byproducts — New AI Model Is Helping Identify Them 1/15/2026

   Disinfecting drinking water prevents the spread of deadly waterborne diseases by killing infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses and parasites. Without disinfection, even clear-looking water can carry pathogens that can cause severe and even life-threatening illness, especially in children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

4. Towering Landmark For Landia Pumps And Mixers With 100,000 Custom-Built Units Sold 1/15/2026

   Leading pump and mixer manufacturer Landia has completed the sale of its 100,000th unit.

5. ALLWEILER AE-RG Hopper Pump Series Delivers Reliable Performance For Challenging Solids And Dry Sludge Handling 1/15/2026

   CIRCOR International, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of differentiated technology products and sub-systems, is proud to highlight its ALLWEILER AE-RG Hopper Pump Series, engineered for superior performance in demanding environments.

6. Emerald Technology Ventures Identifies Five Forces Making 2026 Climate Tech's Defining Year 1/15/2026

   Climate tech is entering its make-or-break moment, and 2026 will decide the winners.

7. Veolia And SBM Offshore Join Forces To Combat Global Water Scarcity With Innovative Floating Desalination Solution 1/15/2026

   Veolia, global champion of environmental security, and SBM Offshore, world leader in deepwater ocean-infrastructure, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to address one of the defining challenges of our time: the convergence of water scarcity, energy transition and industrial transformation.

8. Gross-Wen Technologies Named On The 2026 Global Cleantech 100 1/14/2026

   Gross-Wen Technologies, an algae based sustainable wastewater treatment solution, has been named on Cleantech Group’s 2026 Global Cleantech 100.

9. EPA Proposes CWA Section 401 Rule To Streamline Permitting, Unleash Economic Growth, And Protect America's Waterways 1/14/2026

   Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed rule that would return Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 to its proper statutory purpose, protecting water quality while eliminating regulatory overreach that has imposed unnecessary burden on critical infrastructure projects. This proposed rule would fulfill EPA's statutory role to ensure the water quality certification process operates within the clear boundaries established by Congress, maximizing permitting efficiency and eliminating unwarranted delays that have stifled economic growth. The changes directly support the essential role that state co-regulators and authorized tribes play in protecting water resources while advancing the Trump Administration's commitment to cooperative federalism.

10. Reclamation Releases Draft Environmental Review For Post-2026 Colorado River Operations 1/14/2026

    The Bureau of Reclamation today released a draft Environmental Impact Statement evaluating a range of operational alternatives for managing of Colorado River reservoirs after 2026, when the current operating agreements expire. The draft EIS evaluates a broad range of potential operating strategies. It does not designate a preferred alternative, ensuring flexibility for a potential collective agreement.