Drinking Water Features

41. How To Generate (More) Renewable Energy From Water Pipelines 11/3/2023
    A major breakthrough with micro-hydropower turbines allows water distribution networks to generate twice as much renewable energy as previously possible.
42. Matching Water Trends To Technologies 10/27/2023

    The CEO of one of the world’s most prominent water technology companies talks about solving far-reaching water challenges, as well as local treatment issues, through innovation.

43. The Rio Grande Isn't Just A Border — It's A River In Crisis 10/24/2023

    In the U.S., people often think of the Rio Grande mainly as a political border that features in negotiations over immigration, narcotics smuggling, and trade. But there's another crisis on the river that receives far less attention. The river is in decline, suffering from overuse, drought, and contentious water rights negotiations.

44. How To Desalinate Seawater: An In-Depth Look At Reverse Osmosis 10/24/2023
    Ever gazed at the vast expanse of the ocean and thought, "How to desalinate seawater using reverse osmosis? Can we really convert this seemingly endless source of saltwater into freshwater?" The answer is a resounding yes!
45. 3 Steps To Scare Off Non-Revenue Water Loss 10/19/2023

    This is the time of the year for ghouls, goblins, and things that go bump in the night. Of all the scary things that your water utility might confront on all hallows ‘eve, however, the most chilling might be unforeseen non-revenue water losses from leaks, theft or meter inaccuracies.

46. The Environmental Law Of The Border Wall 10/17/2023
    Evaluating President Biden's decision to waive environmental laws to expedite border wall construction in Texas.
47. What Is Seawater Intrusion? A Hydrogeologist Explains The Shifting Balance Between Fresh And Salt Water At The Coast 10/13/2023
    Fresh water is essential for drinking, irrigation, and healthy ecosystems. When seawater moves inland, the salt it contains can wreak havoc on farmlands, ecosystems, lives, and livelihoods.
48. The Do-Nothing Approach To Algal Blooms 10/5/2023
    As a concept in engineering and environmental management, in parallel with solution-proposals, consideration is also given to the consequences of inaction and leaving a challenge unmet with solutions. The "do-nothing" approach to managing algal blooms, therefore, involves taking minimal or no action to actively control or mitigate the effects of algal blooms in natural bodies of water such as lakes and reservoirs. This approach essentially allows nature to take its course, without human intervention.
49. Invasive Species Cause Billions Of Dollars In Damage Worldwide: 4 Essential Reads 9/29/2023
    Invasive species — including plants, animals, and fish — cause heavy damage to crops, wildlife, and human health worldwide. Some prey on native species; other out-compete them for space and food or spread disease. A new UN report estimates the losses generated by invasives at more than $423 billion yearly and shows that these damages have at least quadrupled in every decade since 1970.
50. What Drought-Ridden States Can Learn From Israel’s Pioneering Water Strategy 9/15/2023
    Arizona is one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S., with an economy that offers many opportunities for workers and businesses. But it faces a daunting challenge: a water crisis that could seriously constrain its economic growth and vitality.