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Northumbrian Water Expands Drone Trial to Monitor Coastal Water Quality
Northumbrian Water is expanding a pioneering drone trial aimed at monitoring water quality across coastal waters and estuaries in north-east England. The initiative, called Project Kingfisher, follows successful test flights conducted earlier this year in Bishop Auckland. The water company highlighted that using drones would make it more cost-effective and efficient to gather data from hard-to-reach areas, where manual collection has traditionally been relied upon. Drones equipped with sensors will provide real-time data, which will be reviewed by the company, with any water quality issues investigated as per standard procedures. Despite the trial, Northumbrian Water said it would continue manual checks to assess the reliability of the technology. John Edwards, the company’s technical
Etihadwe and Khalifa University Partner to Advance Water Treatment Innovation
The two partners will investigate innovative methods for improving water quality. The agreement includes pilot projects for water desalination technologies, and machine learning models for optimising desalination operations. Dubai, UAE, 25 Sep 2024: Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) and Khalifa University of
MSU Scientists Study How to Increase Water-, Nutrient-Use Efficiency in Greenhouses, Nurseries
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Tom Fernandez, a Michigan State University professor in the Department of Horticulture, has spent much of his 25-year career at MSU studying how to effectively manage water in greenhouses and nurseries to increase water-use efficiency and reduce nutrient runoff. With funding support from Project
Illinois Chemical Plant Cuts Downtime with Customized Water Treatment Solution
Manufacturing plants depend on complex systems and processes to function efficiently and maintain production targets. Yet, challenges like scaling, corrosion, and fouling in essential cooling systems can disrupt operations, leading to costly downtime. Siemens reports that the hourly expense of downtime in certain manufacturing sectors has surged to more than $2 million, a notable 50% increase from 2020 figures. In Illinois, a chemical processing plant faced repeated setbacks due to persistent water treatment issues that impacted productivity and resulted in frequent system failures. Despite previous attempts with their water treatment provider to address scaling and plugging issues in closed-loop systems, these solutions proved ineffective, ultimately leading to a prolonged shutdown. When
NX Filtration Supplies Membrane Modules to PT. Grinviro Biotekno Indonesia for Advanced Water Treatment
NX Filtration, a global leader in advanced hollow fiber membrane technology, is pleased to announce a new collaboration with PT. Grinviro Biotekno Indonesia, a prominent water and wastewater management company based in Indonesia. With locations in Jakarta, Surabaya, and Makassar, Grinviro is known for providing water
Emerging Technologies Offer Hope for PFAS Remediation
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have become a prominent environmental concern due to their persistence and potential health risks. At WEFTEC 2024, industry experts discussed their strategies for addressing this challenge. The Surface Finishing Industry's Approach The National Association of Surface Finishers
Innovative Hydrodynamic Reactor Tackles PFAS Pollution: A Global Collaboration
Researchers from Oxford Brookes University, in partnership with experts from Türkiye, Sweden, and the U.K., have developed a groundbreaking technology to combat the environmental threat posed by toxic per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals,” found in water supplies. The project, led by Professor Iakovos Tzanakis and Royal Society-Newton Fellow Morteza Ghorbani, focuses on creating a practical and scalable solution to effectively remove PFAS from water. The Technology: Hydrodynamic Cavitation The innovative hydrodynamic reactor employs a process called cavitation, where bubbles form and collapse due to pressure changes in fast-moving liquids within confined spaces. This method cleans water efficiently without the need for expensive chemical agents,
SUEZ Secures Major Contract to Upgrade Hillerød Wastewater Plant with Micropollutant Treatment
SUEZ has secured a significant contract with Hillerød Forsyning to upgrade the HCR Syd wastewater treatment plant in Denmark, focusing on the removal of pharmaceutical residues. This €4.5 million project, set to begin in early 2025 and be operational by mid-2026, will enhance the plant’s capacity to treat
CMU's Innovative Wastewater Treatment Research to Combat Antibiotic Resistance
Antibiotic resistance is a growing public health concern worldwide, with nearly 4.95 million deaths attributed to resistant infections in 2019 alone. This resistance often arises from the overuse and improper disposal of antibiotics, allowing harmful bacteria to survive and spread. Central Michigan University (CMU) is
NX Filtration Expands Presence in Saudi Arabia with New Order for KWS
NX Filtration, a leading provider of membrane filtration technology, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in Saudi Arabia. The Dutch company has secured a new order to supply its HYDRAcap ultrafiltration modules to Kindasa Water Services Co (KWS), a prominent private potable water supply company in the region. The new order will see NX Filtration replace all existing modules at KWS's largest water treatment plant in Jeddah. Upon delivery in December 2024, the plant will be equipped with over 800 HYDRAcap modules, boosting its capacity to 65 million liters per day (MLD). This expansion will further enhance KWS' ability to provide clean and sustainable water solutions to the local community. "We are thrilled to collaborate with NX Filtration on this important project,"
The Role of Photovoltaic Electrodialysis in Desalination
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an innovative brackish groundwater desalination system powered entirely by photovoltaic (PV) energy. This cutting-edge system uses photovoltaic electrodialysis (PV-ED) technology, enabling direct-drive desalination with high production rates
Strategic Seawater Desalination Plan Reviewed for Coastal Areas Through 2050
Sayed Ismail, the Deputy Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, recently convened a meeting to assess the strategic plan for seawater desalination set to extend through 2050. The discussion emphasized the necessity of coordinating efforts among relevant state entities to enhance the development of
UNESCO awarded for its action to protect the ocean
Paris/Barcelona, 30 September 2024 – Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, received the 2024 La Vanguardia Prize in the Sustainable Development category at a ceremony held on Monday at the Palau de Congressos in Barcelona, in the presence of Pedro Sanchez, President of the Spanish Government. The award recognizes UNESCO's global leadership in ocean protection. “UNESCO is honoured to receive this award, which recognizes the important work carried out by its experts to better understand, protect and educate about the ocean. I would also like to share this distinction with the thousands of scientists, educators, site managers and artists who work alongside us every day through our global cooperation networks. Saving the ocean is a global challenge that must mobilize us all”, declared
Inaugural UN Water Week UK brings together science, sustainability and storytelling with the water and entertainment industry to inspire the next generation of water conservationists
Initiative seeks to educate and inspire children and young people Collective approach supports delivery of UN Sustainable Development Goals for UN Water Action Decade Aims to promote existing water education programmes, resources and opportunities for children and young people to visit treatment facilities Launch
WaterEquity Announces $100M+ Raised for New Impact Fund Focused on Climate-Resilient Water and Sanitation Infrastructure
Investors include Microsoft, through their Climate Innovation Fund, as anchor investor, Starbucks, and Xylem as strategic investors, alongside Ecolab, Reckitt, Gap Inc., and others, with the goal of reaching 15 million people globally with access to safe water and sanitation Kansas City, MO, Sept. 10, 2024 –
Uisce Éireann's Plans for Wastewater Treatment Reform
Uisce Éireann, the State-owned water utility formerly known as Irish Water, faces a daunting challenge in upgrading Ireland’s wastewater treatment infrastructure to meet European standards. According to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2023 report on Urban Wastewater Treatment, this process could take up to two decades due to decades of under-investment in water treatment facilities. Last year, Uisce Éireann invested €436 million, but it states that significantly more funding will be required in the coming years to bring the network up to standard. The recent Budget allocated €1 billion to support this investment, and additional funding may be sourced from the Apple tax payment. The new Planning Act is also expected to expedite delivery times. Despite these efforts, Uisce
Building a Sustainable Water Future with Prince Salman Bin Sultan’s Initiatives
His Highness Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of the Madinah Region, has inaugurated a series of critical environmental, water, and agricultural projects in Saudi Arabia, aimed at enhancing regional sustainability and infrastructure. The ceremony, which included the Minister of Environment, Water
New Solar-Powered Smart Water Taps Bring Clean Water to Tanzania’s Rural Areas
Vital 24/7 access to clean water is the focus of a project that will see 557 eWATER Smart Taps installed across 72 villages in Tanzania’s Singida and Dodoma districts – the largest programme of its type on the African continent. The RSK Tanzania and eWATERservices joint venture forms part of the Accelerating Solar
Large-Scale Air-to-Water Heat Pumps: A Promising Solution for District Heating
Researchers from the Technical University of Denmark have conducted a comprehensive study exploring the potential of large-scale air-to-water heat pumps in district heating systems. The primary objective of this research was to assess the impact of these heat pumps on the levelized cost of heat and system flexibility. The study focused on an existing solar-assisted district heating system in Ørum, Denmark. The system comprises a ground-mounted solar thermal plant, a 2.5 MW heat pump, a gas boiler, and a 1,000 m³ hot water tank. The researchers simulated the system's performance over a three-year period (2020-2022) with and without the heat pump. The air-to-water heat pump was designed to operate with ammonia as the refrigerant, utilizing a screw and a piston compressor. An economizer was
MNRE Enhances Standards for Solar Water Pumping Solutions
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued revised guidelines for Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Water Pumping Systems under the PM KUSUM scheme, initially published in March 2023. These updates aim to integrate the latest innovations and technological advancements in solar water pumping equipment.
Achema 2024: Pumping highly viscous media sensitively in an industrial context
The new wobble plate pump from Lutz Pumpen enables the sensitive pumping of up to 30,000 litres of highly viscous liquids per hour Wertheim, 4th June 2024 – from varnish and sealants up to lubricants: Whenever users in industry want to pump large quantities of highly viscous media, they run the risk of altering the
Kansas City Enhances Leak Detection with Advanced Technology
Kansas City, Missouri, is making strides in reducing non-revenue water loss through a successful collaboration with California-based technology firm Orbis Intelligent Systems. Since the partnership began in September 2022, the installation of 150 Orbis SmartCap telemetry leak detection devices on fire hydrants has already uncovered over 30 leaks in the city's extensive water network, which spans 2,300 miles and serves more than 450,000 residents. The municipality's water infrastructure consists of legacy pipes installed in busy commercial and residential areas, where leaks can range from minor service line issues to significant breaks in distribution mains. These leaks can cause visible disruptions in roads and sidewalks, prompting Kansas City Water to seek a more effective, data-driven
Watergate's AI-Driven Leak Prevention Technology Gains Momentum with Greystar
Watergate, an AI-driven start-up dedicated to helping businesses and homeowners prevent costly leaks and reduce water consumption, has announced the successful completion of a pilot of its water leak detection and prevention technology with global real estate giant, Greystar. This pilot involved the installation of
Maynilad Utilizes Satellite-Based AI for Underground Leak Detection
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) is now employing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its water distribution system by swiftly and efficiently identifying potential leaks. The AI technology in use, known as Infrawise, is developed by AGS (Administração e Gestão de Sistemas de
GKD At FILTECH 2024: Innovations for Water Management and Hot Gas Filtration
Düren, Germany, September 24, 2024 GKD – Gebr. Kufferath AG will be presenting its latest technical mesh solutions at the FILTECH 2024 trade show in Cologne, Germany. "WEAVING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE" is the theme for GKD under which the world market leader from Germany will be showing how it is revolutionizing the process industry and municipal water management sector and making them future-proof with its innovative filtration and separation technologies. Being so close to the company’s headquarters in Düren, the FILTECH trade fair in Cologne has always been an important “home game” for GKD. Key points at a glance: GKD is presenting cutting-edge mesh solutions for many areas of application, including the water management sector. Highlights of the GKD exhibition booth (Hall 8, B19) include
Leading the Way in Sustainable Water Solutions at ADIHEX 2024
Ma Hawa, an Emirati brand owned by Baynunah Watergeneration Technologies SP LLC, producing sustainable Water-from-Air hydration solutions, is making waves at the ongoing Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2024, renowned for showcasing cutting-edge products and solutions in the hunting,
10th World Water Forum: UNESCO Mobilizes the International Community for Sustainable Water Management
Paris, 17 May 2024 – UNESCO will promote international cooperation and innovative solutions to tackle the pressing global water challenges at the 10th World Water Forum from May 18-24 in Bali, Indonesia. The 2024 edition, held under the theme “Water for Shared Prosperity”, will bring together policymakers, scientists,
World Water Day: Value Water and Use It Smartly
To mark this year’s World Water Day, Metito, the global leader of smart water management and alternative energy solutions, has emphasized the importance of water during times of uncertainty such as the fast evolving situation with the pandemic outbreak of COVID-19. The world is focused on finding a treatment and a vaccine for COVID-19, while helping the ones already affected as a priority. The World Health Organization, together with medical experts and local governments can’t emphasize enough the importance of healthy hygiene habits including washing hands frequently with soap and water as a proven preventative measure to contracting the coronavirus. To date, this is the most recommended preventive action. To maintain the access to safe water supply, across the world, for use in fighting
Saving Water Starts with You
For some people, water has never been a challenge in their day-to-day lives. This is mainly because they are living in communities where water is easily accessible. For them it’s simple – they turn on the tap and clean water just flows, every time, every day of the year. This makes it difficult for them to acknowledge
Water Stewardship in the 21st Century
Assaad Saadeh, the Regional Water Resources Manager at Nestlé Waters talked to waterHQ about the latest innovations in the water industry. It is a fact: water resources are already unevenly distributed across the planet, and this constitutes one of the major challenges of the 21st century. According to the United
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