WATER SCARCITY RESOURCES

• The Rising Demand For Clean Water: Market Trends And Projections

  The COVID-19 pandemic served as a catalyst for growth in the global water market, prompting consumers to prioritize clean and safe drinking water and leading to increased demand and subsequent market expansion. This trend is expected to continue even in the post-pandemic era, as consumers remain conscious of the importance of high-quality water.
• World Water Day 2025: Sustainable Efforts To Protect Glaciers And Freshwater Sources

  World Water Day 2025’s theme is ‘Glacier Preservation’, placing a spotlight on these historic ice masses and their importance. While we know that deglaciation is an obvious indicator of the earth’s warming temperatures, what is the importance of glaciers and their impact on the water industry?

• 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.
• The Ethics Of Water Rights: Balancing Human Needs With Environmental Conservation

  Water and wastewater professionals need to know about rights just as much as landowners, especially regarding environmental considerations. Becoming familiar with these rights and regulations will ensure waterways stay healthy, preserved, and full so those who need it can access them.
• What Is Water Really Worth?

  A new report unveiling the true value of water and introducing a new framework to accurately price water and drive investment in the sector.

• Water Is The Other U.S.-Mexico Border Crisis, And The Supply Crunch Is Getting Worse

  Immigration and border security will be the likely focus of U.S.-Mexico relations under the new Trump administration. But there also is a growing water crisis along the U.S.–Mexico border that affects tens of millions of people on both sides, and it can only be managed if the two governments work together.
• Drought Can Hit Almost Anywhere: How 5 Cities That Nearly Ran Dry Got Water Use Under Control

  Many cities have had to confront major water supply crises in recent years. Our new analysis of these five cities’ experiences provides lessons on how to avoid a water supply crisis or minimize the effects through proactive policies and planning.

• What Should Water Utilities Take Away From The L.A. Wildfires?

  As Los Angeles struggles with one of the worst wildfires in history, all eyes are on the region’s (and, arguably, the nation’s) water infrastructure. Should California’s water infrastructure have been better prepared to handle the unprecedented demand? Water utilities nationwide are wondering what the turn of events means for them.

• How Capturing Rain Can Contribute To Environmental Safety

  There are many ways to capture stormwater — whether as a homeowner, business, or municipality — and even more benefits.
• Water: The Unsung Hero Of The AI Boom

  Water, the lifeblood of everything, also powers artificial intelligence. Here's how we can enjoy both in abundance.