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  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. How To Set Realistic Targets To Reduce Non-Revenue Water 5/2/2025

    Data-gathering is key to goal-setting, and is achievable in 5 steps.

  4. Chromium In Drinking Water: New Regulations In California And Engineering Challenges 5/2/2025

    Among other contaminant concerns, drinkingwater managers in the Golden State are being held to tighter standards on chromium.

  5. Why MBR's Higher Energy Demand Still Reduces Overall OPEX In Wastewater Treatment 4/29/2025

    MBRs offer long-term cost savings by reducing sludge, chemicals, and labor — even with higher energy use — making them a future-proof, total-efficiency upgrade over traditional wastewater treatment systems.

  6. The Consulting Engineer's Ultimate Guide To Advanced Scraper Strainer Technology 4/29/2025
    An international strainer expert helps industry professionals take advantage of scraper strainer technology, explains how it compares to traditional choices, and provides guidance on selection and installation.
  7. XR In The Water Sector: Training A Workforce That's Ready — Not Just Certified 4/29/2025
    Most utilities still rely on job shadowing, thick manuals, and occasional hands-on sessions. That might check a compliance box, but it doesn't build confidence or capability — especially when a real emergency hits. Extended reality (XR) gives utility teams the repetition, realism, and reinforcement they need, in a way that traditional training simply can't.
  8. Go Beyond The Noise: Pressure Monitoring As The Key To Comprehensive Leakage Management 4/28/2025

    To effectively tackle leakage, utilities must shift from reactive strategies to proactive, data-driven methodologies that enhance early detection, optimize pressure control, and reduce strain on aging pipelines.

  9. Sludge Costs Are Wrecking Wastewater Budgets. Here's How MBR Can Help 4/25/2025

    Sludge management costs aren’t going away, so your team needs to find a solution. Land application bans, PFAS regulations, and rising disposal costs are making sludge an even bigger financial liability.

  10. Why IoT Is Crucial For Modern Water Treatment Automation 4/24/2025
    Professionals interested in smart water treatment often explore how Internet of Things (IoT) sensors can get them closer to their goals. These devices track data in real time, revealing how leaders should optimize their processes. What are some potential benefits associated with applying IoT technologies?