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1. Bridging The Gap: Bringing Agile Innovation To The Water Sector 5/8/2025

   As utilities face rising challenges, the need for digital tools has never been clearer. Yet our approach to building and implementing technology often clashes with how digital solutions are actually developed. To meet the moment, we need to rethink not just what tools we use, but how we partner to build them.

2. Sink Or Swim! Managing Wastewater System Emergencies 5/7/2025

   Being able to identify necessary resources, as well as distribute them accurately and expeditiously, is paramount in an emergency situation.

3. 16 Years Of The Octave: A Legacy Of Leadership In Ultrasonic Water Measurement 5/7/2025

   The Octave Ultrasonic Meter is celebrating 16 years of trusted service, and it’s more than a product milestone. It’s a recognition of the thousands of utilities that have embraced smart water management and chosen a path of long-term value.

4. Sharing Some Wisdom About Successfully Selling To Government 5/5/2025

   For those navigating — or considering — a presence in the government contracting space, I’ve compiled a few observations and lessons learned that can serve as guideposts.

5. Options For Retrofitting Existing Sand Filters With Pile Cloth Media 5/5/2025

   While effective, sand filters can be prohibitively expensive to maintain. For this and other reasons, many WWTPs are retrofitting existing sand filters with pile cloth media filtration (PCMF).

6. Navigating Flow Measurement Choices In Water Treatment: A Guide To Optimal Decision-Making 5/2/2025

   In today’s economic climate, finding cost-saving opportunities has become crucial for the survival of companies across various sectors, including water and wastewater management. Inefficiencies in processes or measurement equipment can lead to significant resource and revenue losses.

7. Embracing Data-as-a-Service For Optimized And Resilient Utility Operations 5/2/2025

   As more water utilities explore digital transformation, DaaS presents a compelling opportunity to modernize operations while minimizing risk.

8. The Role Of AI In Reducing Water Contamination Risks 5/2/2025

   Insights gained from artificial intelligence (AI) herald a high-water mark for public protection.

9. CERCLA And PFAS: What's The Liability For Water And Wastewater Utilities? 5/2/2025

   Federal rules aim to target those liable but may miss the mark. Utilities can redirect the effort — and costs — to those truly responsible for PFAS contamination.

10. How Water Utilities Can Support The Electric Grid While Reducing Costs 5/2/2025

    Orange County Water District is combining operational flexibility with environmental stewardship by participating in demand response, earning millions in payments while maintaining their commitment to delivering clean, reliable water.