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Water In 2026: The Nexus Of Policy, Technology, And Resilience
As water systems become more circular and complex, understanding and managing the subsurface — the hidden half of the water cycle — is becoming a critical enabler of resilience. This article explores the key trends shaping this new reality, from tackling “forever chemicals” to the water strategies redefining heavy industry.  Continue Reading..
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Myths vs. Reality: Data Centers And Water Usage
In this article, we’ll break down myths vs. reality around data centers and water. We’ll clarify what “water usage” really means in this context, the types of cooling systems (from evaporative cooling towers to closed-loop recycled water systems), how much water is actually consumed vs. returned, and whether data center water use truly deprives communities of drinking water.  Continue Reading..
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How Strategic Asset Planning Solves Infrastructure's Toughest Challenge
Modern infrastructure management requires moving from reactive repairs to data-driven capital planning. By quantifying risk and predictive failure patterns, utilities can justify essential funding and maximize the impact of every dollar spent on system-wide resilience.  Continue Reading..
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2026 Predictions: The Next Frontier Of Water Starts Now
Emerging trends signal a new era of agility, ethics, and resilience for water professionals.  Continue Reading..
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How The NEPA Rollback Will Impact Water And Wastewater Industries
The White House has finalized plans to roll back rules under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), narrowing its focus and limiting what the current administration claims are needless delays for federal approval of water, energy, and other infrastructure plans. For water and wastewater utilities, the changes could speed up permitting for critical projects, although experts warn the tradeoffs could do more harm than good.  Continue Reading..
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Setting Global Standards: Inside North America's Only Full-Scale UV Disinfection Validation Facility
Portland's industry-leading facility reaches 100 reactor validations in 23 years.  Continue Reading..
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Why Haven't Field Tests For Lead In Water Gone Mainstream?
Given the maturation of sensor technology, the scientific and operational hurdles to portable lead analysis are somewhat surprising — but surmountable.  Continue Reading..
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Liquid-Only Sewers: A New Approach To Decentralized Wastewater Collection
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.  Continue Reading..
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Can Chemical Dosing Pumps Overcome Extreme Environmental Conditions And Harsh Chemicals?
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.  Continue Reading..
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What Is Bathymetric Modeling? And How Can It Protect Ecosystems While Saving Resources?
Bathymetric modeling maps underwater terrain. It also helps guide planning, prevent hazards, and build climate-resilient infrastructure.  Continue Reading..

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New Operation And Maintenance Contract Awarded To Alpheus

To continue safeguarding Great Britain’s watercourses and vital drinking water supplies, the Mining Remediation Authority has awarded a contract to operate, maintain, and enhance its network of assets to water services and treatment specialist Alpheus.

World Enters "Era Of Global Water Bankruptcy"

Amid chronic groundwater depletion, water overallocation, land and soil degradation, deforestation, and pollution, all compounded by global heating, a UN report today declared the dawn of an era of global water bankruptcy, inviting world leaders to facilitate “honest, science-based adaptation to a new reality.”

ACCIONA To Deliver The Malabar System Investment Program

ACCIONA has partnered with SMEC to form the Malabar System Alliance (MSA), to work together with Sydney Water to deliver the Malabar System Investment Program.

EPA Delivers 500 Environmental Wins During President Trump's First Year Back In The White House

Today, marking exactly one year since President Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin shared 500 top environmental accomplishments EPA has achieved to fulfill the agency’s statutory obligations and core mission under President Trump's leadership.

Emerson Advances Software-Defined Automation With Latest Control System Release

Emerson, a global automation leader, has enhanced its DeltaV Automation Platform through the release of version 16 of its Distributed Control System (DCS) and integrated Safety Instrumented System.

Application-Specific Modifications Enhance Strainer Efficiency

For industrial plant managers, automatic scraper strainers are among the closest solutions to a true “set-and-forget” system, effectively removing both large and fine suspended solids from industrial water, cooling tower water, liquids, and slurries.