Sludge and Biosolids Processing News

  1. Why Plastic Lingers: Water Chemistry Slows Nature's Cleanup 6/10/2026

    Scientists have long known that sunlight helps break down plastic. So, why do plastic products linger for decades and even centuries in rivers, lakes, and oceans — even when bathed in direct sunlight?

  2. Nordic Capital To Acquire Flowa, A Leading Provider Of Engineered Water Infrastructure Solutions 6/10/2026

    Nordic Capital today announces an agreement to acquire Flowa Technology AB (”Flowa”), a leading provider of engineered water infrastructure solutions in the UK and the Nordics, from Vestum AB (publ), a Swedish industrial services and product group.

  3. Creating New Opportunities For Semiconductor Wastewater Reuse Electrically Driven Separation And Concentration Technology Advances Fluoride Wastewater Resource Recovery 6/10/2026

    The semiconductor industry in Taiwan relies heavily on water resources. However, fluoride-containing wastewater generated during manufacturing processes has long posed a major challenge due to the difficulty of treatment and reuse, making it a costly and burdensome issue for industry.

  4. bNovate Technologies And Best Water Science Sign Commercial Agreement To Expand Real-Time Water Monitoring Coverage In The US 6/10/2026

    bNovate Technologies SA and Best Water Science (BWS), part of the BWT Group - a leading global water treatment technology company, have signed a comprehensive nationwide Distribution and Service Agreement.

  5. Usalco Accelerates Digital Growth, Expanding Its Team And Decision Blue Capabilities 6/10/2026

    Usalco announces the launch of its Digital Solutions Division, expanding the company’s commitment to digital innovation and establishing Decision Blue as the intelligent operating system for water treatment outcomes.

  6. Report Highlights Oral Health Risks Of Removing Fluoride From Drinking Water, Urges Stronger Dental Infrastructure And Planning 6/10/2026

    Community water fluoridation has been a cornerstone of U.S. public health for over 75 years and is recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as one of the ten greatest public health achievements of the 20th century (Koppaka, 2011).

  7. High-Frequency Simulations And Real-Time Forecast Analysis: Key To Modern Flood Management 6/9/2026

    New early warning systems must be based on three key elements: the ability to simulate, predict, and analyze in real time; coordination between agencies and operators; and public education, risk awareness, and trust in the warning system, according to Xylem Vue

  8. Xylem Expands Long-Term Water Partnership With Dow 6/9/2026

    Xylem (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water technology company, today announced a landmark agreement with Dow (NYSE: DOW) to design, build and operate advanced water systems at its large-scale industrial complex in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada. The agreement expands Xylem’s long-standing collaboration with Dow, supporting the increased operations tied to Dow’s Path2Zero project.

  9. Evolving Water Challenges Drive Innovation: 15th Annual Black & Veatch 2026 Water Report Highlights Path Forward 6/9/2026

    Water systems across the United States face rising pressures from aging infrastructure, regulatory uncertainty and supply constraints.

  10. Over Half The U.S. Faces Water Crisis: The Case For Water Efficiency 6/9/2026

    Right now, more than 50% of the U.S. is experiencing drought conditions, directly impacting over 150 million people across 48 states. According to Andrew Ellis, a climatologist at Virginia Tech, this is likely just the beginning of a long, dry summer.