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Water-related spend across Europe’s data center sector is projected to reach €6.8 billion by 2036. This increase is driven by the growth of AI, which is placing additional pressure on power grids, water resources, and permitting systems, according to a new report from Bluefield Research, titled Europe Water for Data Centers: Market Trends, Opportunities, and Forecasts, 2026–2036.

Cobalt Water Global, a developer of nitrous oxide (N₂O) emissions intelligence solutions for wastewater utilities, today announced its European expansion through the opening of subsidiaries Cobalt Water NL B.V. and Cobalt Water UK Ltd in the Netherlands and the UK, respectively. The new entities will support projects and partnerships across Europe as net zero mandates and regulation drive demand for N2O monitoring and mitigation from wastewater treatment.

The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) is pleased to participate in the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development in New York this week.

Long-term conservation policies may help restore freshwater ecosystems and prevent extreme species loss, new research suggests.

Emerson, a global automation leader, announced the release of its Ovation™ Curation Tool, a first-of-its-kind synchronization software for power and water control systems, delivering an easy way to maintain version control and detailed change history between multiple Ovation systems and simulators. The Curation Tool automates management of changes between power plant production systems and their digital twins to improve testing and training accuracy, save engineering time and enable faster troubleshooting and stronger governance.

According to our Growth Market Report, the global evaporative condenser water saver market size in 2025 was valued at USD 1.37 billion. The market is experiencing robust expansion, with a CAGR of 7.9% forecasted from 2026 to 2034. By the end of 2034, the market is expected to reach approximately USD 2.73 billion, driven by increasing environmental regulations, a heightened focus on water conservation, and the rapid adoption of advanced water-saving technologies in commercial and industrial sectors. As per our in-depth analysis, the market's growth is underpinned by a combination of regulatory mandates, technological advancements, and rising awareness about sustainable resource management across every major geography.