Drinking Water News

1. Jeonbuk National University Researchers Explore Metal Oxide Electrodes As A New Frontier In Electrochemical Microplastic Detection 2/19/2026

   The widespread presence of microplastics (MPs) in aquatic ecosystems has negative impacts on human and marine life.

2. Environmental Groups Sue New York City Over Counterproductive Wastewater Treatment Plan For Flushing Creek 2/17/2026

   Riverkeeper, Save the Sound, and Guardians of Flushing Bay have against the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) challenging the City’s plan to construct chlorination facilities to treat sewage pollution in Flushing Creek.

3. AMTA Releases New Guideline On Membrane System Safety And Reliability 2/16/2026

   The American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA) today announced the initial release of its Guideline for Membrane System Safety and Reliability (G-002), a comprehensive resource designed to reduce safety risks and improve long-term reliability of membrane separation and desalination facilities.

4. Interior Department Moves Forward On Guidelines For Colorado River Absent Full State Consensus 2/14/2026

   The Department of the Interior is moving forward with the Post-2026 NEPA process to finalize operating guidelines for Colorado River reservoirs by Oct. 1, 2026. While the seven Basin States have not reached full consensus on an operating framework, the Department cannot delay action. Meeting this deadline is essential to ensure certainty and stability for the Colorado River system beyond 2026.

5. Phosphate-Free Corrosion Inhibitor Protects Hydrotested Drinking Water Systems 2/13/2026

   How often do you think about drinking water storage tanks and the plumbing behind your walls? Unless you’re a plumber or building contractor, these components probably don’t come to mind often.

6. Applied Membranes Inc. (AMI) Partners With NX Filtration For Pharmaceutical Wastewater Reuse In The U.S 2/12/2026

   Applied Membranes Inc. (AMI) announces its collaboration with NX Filtration to support advanced pharmaceutical wastewater reuse in the United States.

7. HySmart – Membrane Bioreactor Systems For Industry 2/12/2026

   Rising water supply costs and increasing trade waste charges are driving higher operating expenditure for industrial facilities across Australia and New Zealand.

8. DuPont Named Finalist In 2026 Edison Awards For FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP Membrane For Wastewater Treatment And Reuse 2/12/2026

   DuPont (NYSE: DD) is proud to announce that its FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP reverse osmosis elements for industrial wastewater treatment and reuse, has been honored as a finalist in the 2026 Edison Awards in the Water, Food and Agriculture category.

9. Road Salt Creates More Harm To Freshwater Life Than Expected, Study Finds 2/12/2026

   Freshwater streams, ponds and lakes across the U.S. are becoming saltier, and new research from the University of Missouri shows the damage may be greater than scientists once thought.

10. IDRA, Arab Fund, And World Bank Group Convene Landmark Roundtable On Financing Water Projects In Arab Countries 2/10/2026

    The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA), in partnership with the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) and the World Bank Group, concluded a landmark two-day Roundtable on Financing Water Projects in Arab Countries at the Arab Fund Headquarters in Kuwait City on February 9–10, 2026.