Workers at water and wastewater utilities got a decent bump in their paychecks going into 2020, which also marked the third consecutive year of overall increases.
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Top 12 Communication Hacks
As a meter technology company, we understand the importance of approaching challenges with smart solutions and proactive communication. Ultimately, our technology is all about helping customers and utilities to feel empowered, connected, and capable of taking on problems. Master Meter, Inc. created a list of the top 12 communication hacks found to be most successful in 2019. Implement these tactics and watch your utility connect with your customers and build trust with your community.
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Gwinnett County, GA, Improves Meter Program Through Science And Strategy
Gwinnett County is located 30 miles northeast of Atlanta. The County is investigating methods to improve its strategic program for water meters. These improvements include updated testing equipment, a wider selection of approved metering technologies, and increased employee training. The goal is to install the most appropriate meter for each specific use, and to enhance the county’s excellent customer service.
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UV Disinfection Used To Generate High-Quality Recycled Wastewater For Agricultural Operations In Spain (Case Study)
Recycled wastewater provides a cost-effective, local and sustainable water supply for multiple non-potable uses.
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Successful Piloting Of UV Advanced Oxidation On Long Island For 1,4-dioxane Treatment (Case Study)
The New York State Department of Health has recognized the ultraviolet advanced oxidation process (UV AOP) as a treatment solution for 1,4-dioxane. For water providers located in Nassau County on Long Island, it was necessary to pilot UV AOP technology at the various wells requiring treatment in order to confirm treatment efficacy and obtain state approval.
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How Water Utilities Are Responding To COVID-19 With GIS
While coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is changing almost everything in our lives, one thing hasn’t changed: water continues to be delivered to homes. When you turn on the faucet, clean water comes out. When you flush the toilet, dirty water goes away. Most of us don’t think much about it, but our water utilities do. They are having to adjust, just like everyone else, and continue to operate their systems. They are providing clean and safe drinking water to their customers under completely changed circumstances.
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Optimizing RO-Membrane Performance In Produced-Water Applications
The makeup of produced water generated from oil, natural gas, or coal-seam-gas (CSG) production and other sources creates many challenges for water reuse or discharge to the environment. Reverse osmosis (RO) membranes are essential to treatment, but not all industrial applications warrant identical approaches. Here are several important considerations for getting maximum value from produced-water RO treatments at minimal total lifecycle costs.
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The ability to operate seamlessly in the face of challenges — which includes everything from increased demands and changing regulations to environmental factors and extreme events — is the core of resiliency. In 2020, the pandemic has brought the need for water systems to bolster their resiliency to the forefront.
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WATER ONLINE DIGITAL MAGAZINES
Providing expert insight into the most important topics in the water and wastewater industry.
Includes:
Water Reuse Trends
Predictive Maintenance
Supercritical Oxidation
Workforce Renewal
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Digital Twins
Utility Funding
Customer Engagement
Wastewater Analysis
Includes:
Water Security
PFAS Mitigation
Climate Change Impact
Regulatory Compliance
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COVID-19 Impact
Optimizing Coagulation
Progressive Design-Build
Remote Monitoring/Control
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Integrated Utility Solutions
Microplastics In Water
Water From Air
Modernizing Monitoring
