WATER INNOVATIONS CURRENT ISSUE
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![Water supply system, Data Management, network-GettyImages-2163561156]( "Cybersecurity For The Win: How Water Utilities Can Embrace Digital Technology")
Water and wastewater system operators are known to be a careful lot. Tightly regulated by the U.S. EPA and state agencies — and committed to public health — they cannot afford mistakes. This often results in "tried-and-true" methodologies winning out over innovative solutions, but the incredible upside offered by digital technologies has encouraged a wave of cyber adoption. Almost cruelly, it comes with cyber threats.
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![0325-WOL]( "New Research Could Extend Membrane Life And Lower Desalination Costs")
As water-scarce regions clamor for answers, developments in membrane anti-scaling bring desalination closer to viability. -
![0325-Stantec]( "How Water Reuse Projects Are Addressing Water Scarcity In The West — And Beyond")
As water scarcity becomes a stark reality around the globe, more municipalities, water utilities, and industrial enterprises are exploring water reuse projects and adopting regulations to support them. Fundamentally, water reuse can help drought-proof regions and diversify water supply portfolios with recycled water. -
![0325-VerifyMarkets]( "PFAS Testing Boom: U.S. Analytical Instrumentation Market Set For Rapid Expansion")
The U.S. PFAS analytical instrumentation market is poised for strong expansion, with a projected CAGR exceeding 20% over the next seven years, according to a new report. Key drivers in the market include rising concerns over increasing risks associated with PFAS exposure, the U.S. EPA's federal rule on drinking water, and investments to boost testing and treating PFAS in water. -
![0325-Carollo]( "Machine Learning And The Future Of Water Quality Monitoring")
Aided by "soft sensors," machine learning is revolutionizing monitoring and powering real-time predictions.
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![0325-Clean-Flo]( "New Arsenal For Algae Outbreaks")
How communities are protecting drinking water reservoirs without relying on chemicals. -
![0325-TransparencyMarketResearch]( "Water-As-A-Fuel Market For The Future Of Clean Energy")
The idea of utilizing water as a fuel source has been speculated by scientists, innovators, and researchers from all over the globe, envisioning a world where renewable, green energy can power the planet.
WASTEWATER
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8 Trends In Decentralized Wastewater Treatment: Shaping A Sustainable Future1/7/2025Centralized wastewater treatment is sometimes not an option — and sometimes simply not the best choice, considering the expanding capabilities of decentralized systems.
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Optimization Strategies To Streamline Community Wastewater Utility Operations7/12/2024The availability of robust, stable treatment systems with simple treatment processes and O&M is key to serving growing community wastewater treatment demand.
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AOPs And Industry: Guidelines For Effective Contaminant Removal3/7/2024
Using ozone and UV advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) can help industrial facilities achieve compliance, but what's the right process for your application?
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Mixing Zones: Balancing Compliance, Environmental Protection, And Cost Efficiency3/7/2024
Wastewater dischargers can be both environmentally and fiscally responsible by mastering the mix of objectives.
UTILITY MANAGEMENT
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Machine Learning And The Future Of Water Quality Monitoring3/6/2025
Aided by "soft sensors," machine learning is revolutionizing monitoring and powering real-time predictions.
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A New Era For Water Management: Harnessing GIS Innovations And Collaboration For A Resilient Future1/7/2025Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are advancing the water sector in expected ways — resource planning and asset management — while also offering exciting, new opportunities.
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The Compounding Benefits Of Driving A Safety-Conscious Culture1/7/2025On the collaborative path toward a safer workplace, employers and employees can discover a whole lot more.
INFRASTRUCTURE
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Water-As-A-Fuel Market For The Future Of Clean Energy3/6/2025
The idea of utilizing water as a fuel source has been speculated by scientists, innovators, and researchers from all over the globe, envisioning a world where renewable, green energy can power the planet.
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Using AI To Reduce Water Loss And Enhance Pipe Reliability1/7/2025
AI models give utility managers actionable insights into the health of their pipe networks, enabling a shift from reactive to predictive maintenance.
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Stress Relief For Water Distribution Systems10/31/2024Identifying challenges and solutions for the management of aging drinking water infrastructure.
SOURCE WATER
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New Arsenal For Algae Outbreaks3/6/2025How communities are protecting drinking water reservoirs without relying on chemicals.
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The Benefits And Challenges Of Desalination1/7/2025Leaning on a wealth of experience, an engineer lays the groundwork for successful, cost-effective desalination projects.
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Water: The Unsung Hero Of The AI Boom1/7/2025Water, the lifeblood of everything, also powers artificial intelligence. Here's how we can enjoy both in abundance.
DRINKING WATER
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New Research Could Extend Membrane Life And Lower Desalination Costs3/6/2025As water-scarce regions clamor for answers, developments in membrane anti-scaling bring desalination closer to viability.
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Goodbye Forever After: From Simulations Come Real Promise For PFAS Solutions1/7/2025Chemical simulations powered by artificial intelligence — and a trifecta of companies — may be the beginning of the end for "forever chemicals."
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Securing Remote Monitoring Systems In Water Distribution Networks: Key Insights And Strategies10/31/2024
Introducing eight security principles to enhance utility resilience and protect sensitive data.
FUNDING AND REVENUE
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Modern Solutions For Aging Water Systems: AMI And Beyond1/7/2025Lessons from two communities on the benefits of advanced metering infrastructure.
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How To Evaluate The Metrological Quality Of A Water Meter9/6/2024By calculating a meter's accuracy, water providers can save money over the life of the product — and purchase the right product in the first place.
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The Unexpected Impact Of Payments Optimization On The Workforce Gap7/12/2024Efficiency is the lever that can help remedy the problem of a shrinking workforce.
MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL
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PFAS Testing Boom: U.S. Analytical Instrumentation Market Set For Rapid Expansion3/6/2025The U.S. PFAS analytical instrumentation market is poised for strong expansion, with a projected CAGR exceeding 20% over the next seven years, according to a new report. Key drivers in the market include rising concerns over increasing risks associated with PFAS exposure, the U.S. EPA's federal rule on drinking water, and investments to boost testing and treating PFAS in water.
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Assessing The Reliability Of Current Water Quality Monitoring Practices1/7/2025
High-quality water — and public trust — flows downstream from high-quality monitoring.
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Monitoring Know-How For PFAS Regulations10/31/2024
A Q&A to explain and resolve issues confronting water suppliers as they endeavor to comply with the monitoring requirements of federal PFAS regulations.
REUSE
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How Water Reuse Projects Are Addressing Water Scarcity In The West — And Beyond3/6/2025As water scarcity becomes a stark reality around the globe, more municipalities, water utilities, and industrial enterprises are exploring water reuse projects and adopting regulations to support them. Fundamentally, water reuse can help drought-proof regions and diversify water supply portfolios with recycled water.
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How Capturing Rain Can Contribute To Environmental Safety1/7/2025There are many ways to capture stormwater — whether as a homeowner, business, or municipality — and even more benefits.
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Pioneering Recycling Program Quenches California's Thirst For Agricultural Water10/31/2024With its innovative Harvest Water program, the Sacramento Area Sewer District supports Central Valley growers, thereby supporting the nation.
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A Game-Changing Approach To Salinity And Total Organic Carbon Treatment9/6/2024With applications for drinking water, wastewater, and reuse, XBAT — ion exchange-based advanced treatment — could have revolutionary, far-reaching impacts for utilities.
FROM THE EDITOR
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Cybersecurity For The Win: How Water Utilities Can Embrace Digital Technology3/6/2025
Water and wastewater system operators are known to be a careful lot. Tightly regulated by the U.S. EPA and state agencies — and committed to public health — they cannot afford mistakes. This often results in "tried-and-true" methodologies winning out over innovative solutions, but the incredible upside offered by digital technologies has encouraged a wave of cyber adoption. Almost cruelly, it comes with cyber threats.
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2025 Water Forecast: Transition, Changes, And Trends1/7/2025Hmmm … what’s new for 2025? That's asked with a hint of knowing sarcasm, as the incoming presidential administration promises to disrupt the status quo. The change in direction for environmental policy, including impacts on regulations as well as traditional and human infrastructure, has yet to fully reveal itself.
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Monitoring Know-How For PFAS Regulations10/31/2024
A Q&A to explain and resolve issues confronting water suppliers as they endeavor to comply with the monitoring requirements of federal PFAS regulations.
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Clearing LCRI Hurdles10/31/2024Assessing what lies ahead in the 10-year race to go lead-free, otherwise known as the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI).
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New Approaches To "Old" Water Issues9/6/2024
A look at the latest thinking on some longstanding but still very relevant concerns — replacing water pipelines and workers.