Drinking Water Source

1. Innovative Water Reuse Solutions With Xylem's Advanced Treatment Technology 2/19/2026

   Transitioning to advanced purification methods like UV-hypochlorite oxidation allows municipalities to secure reliable, local water supplies. These strategies mitigate drought risks and protect coastal environments by transforming wastewater into a high-quality resource for reuse.

2. Tap Water Beats Bottled Water In Nanoplastics Study 2/5/2026
   Scientists studying levels of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) in drinking water have made a surprising recommendation: choose tap water over bottled water.
3. L.A.'s Terminal Island Water Reclamation Plant Leverages Water Reuse To Protect Groundwater Supply 2/5/2026

   In this article, Lance Thibodeaux, division manager for the Terminal Island water reclamation division at LA Sanitation and Environment, describes Terminal Island’s industry leading water reuse program and its long-time partnership with Xylem.

4. Using Biological Competition To Suppress Algae Growth 2/2/2026

   Effective algae control shifts the focus from removal to nutrient management. By leveraging bioaugmentation to outcompete algae for nitrogen and phosphorus, facilities can stabilize pH levels and dissolved oxygen, ensuring long-term pond clarity and consistent wastewater treatment performance.

5. Oilfield Pollution In West Texas: Engineering Lessons For Groundwater Protection And Advanced Oxidation 1/29/2026

   Legacy oilfield contamination requires advanced strategies to protect vital groundwater. Explore the technical challenges of subsurface remediation and how advanced oxidation processes provide a more effective pathway for destroying persistent hydrocarbons and restoring aquifer quality.

6. How Satellite-Based Leak Detection Saves Utility Budgets Millions 1/15/2026

   Across the globe, water systems face an invisible crisis that drains billions of dollars every year. In the U.S. alone, aging infrastructure causes water losses costing utilities an estimated $6.4 billion annually. But a breakthrough in satellite-based leak detection is changing the game, delivering unprecedented savings and operational efficiency. 

7. EPA Proposal Could Redefine How States Review Federal Water Permits 1/15/2026
   The U.S. EPA has proposed a revision to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act, a move that could significantly reshape how states exercise authority over infrastructure projects that may affect water quality.
8. Integrating MBRs Into Mixed-Use Developments 12/11/2025

   Diverse wastewater flows from mixed-use projects strain conventional systems. Learn how advanced biological treatment stabilizes unpredictable loads, ensures compliance, and delivers high-quality water suitable for reuse.

9. Designing For Peaks And Valleys In Seasonal Communities With MBR Technology 12/11/2025

   Wastewater flows in seasonal resorts are highly volatile. Learn how to stabilize biological treatment against sudden peak demands and low-flow off-seasons, ensuring continuous compliance and securing a high-quality water source for reuse.

10. Key West Resort Utilities Maximizes Reuse And Nutrient Recovery 11/25/2025

    Water scarcity poses unique challenges to KW Resort Utilities Corp. (KWRU), the utility firm that provides wastewater management, wastewater recovery, and wastewater treatment in the region. KWRU began operation in the late 1960s and has worked hard over the decades to keep up with wastewater needs as population and tourism have boomed, spurred by land reclamation and development.