Water Online Highlights

  1. 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.
  2. Setting Global Standards: Inside North America's Only Full-Scale UV Disinfection Validation Facility 1/15/2026

    Portland's industry-leading facility reaches 100 reactor validations in 23 years.

  3. Why Haven't Field Tests For Lead In Water Gone Mainstream? 1/15/2026

    Given the maturation of sensor technology, the scientific and operational hurdles to portable lead analysis are somewhat surprising — but surmountable.

  4. Liquid-Only Sewers: A New Approach To Decentralized Wastewater Collection 1/14/2026

    Traditional sewer systems, while effective, often require significant capital investment, invasive implementation measures, and complex maintenance. As a result, innovative decentralized wastewater solutions are necessary to address the needs of communities or commercial areas in need of wastewater service. One such solution is the liquid-only sewer (LOS) system.

  5. Can Chemical Dosing Pumps Overcome Extreme Environmental Conditions And Harsh Chemicals? 1/14/2026

    Modern chemical metering pumps use advanced materials, smart controls, and rugged enclosures to deliver accurate, reliable dosing despite extreme temperatures, harsh chemicals, and challenging environmental conditions.

  6. What Is Bathymetric Modeling? And How Can It Protect Ecosystems While Saving Resources? 1/14/2026

    Bathymetric modeling maps underwater terrain. It also helps guide planning, prevent hazards, and build climate-resilient infrastructure.

  7. Down And Dirty With Digital: How AI Enhances Water Infrastructure Fieldwork 1/14/2026
    Fieldwork is at the heart of infrastructure expansion and rehabilitation, as utilities, engineers, and contractors collaborate to build the systems and structures that treat and move water. The opportunity is great, but so are the challenges. Which is why new, digitally-enhanced tools are needed.
  8. Making Unplanned Downtime A Myth: Why Water Utilities Should Move From Time-Based To Condition-Based Maintenance 1/13/2026

    Many utilities still default to time-based maintenance, servicing equipment by the calendar or hours of operation of the equipment. It’s simple, but it often creates two expensive outcomes: over-maintenance and surprise failures. A smarter path is condition-based maintenance.

  9. Building Your Water-Positive Data Center Roadmap: A Step-By-Step Implementation Guide 1/13/2026
    The data center industry stands at a critical juncture. As facilities scale to meet exponential computing demands, water consumption has emerged as a defining operational challenge. Traditional approaches focused on water efficiency are no longer sufficient.
  10. The New Cyber Risk Challenging America's Water: Modernization Itself 1/12/2026
    The integration of IT and OT systems has unlocked significant benefits — from enhanced operational visibility to smarter decision-making — and reflects years of hard work and commitment to innovation. This progress is a foundation for the next phase: strengthening defenses in a rapidly changing threat landscape.