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Desalination Is Booming, But Faces a Saltwater Reality Check

September 5, 2024 - in News, Water

By Pragati Verma, Greene Tweed As population grows and economies expand, they are putting an immense strain on the world’s water supplies. According to the UN World Water Development Report 2024, 2.2 billion people worldwide have no access to clean drinking…

PCL Construction, Stantec selected for rehab and expansion of international wastewater treatment plant at US-Mexico Border

September 3, 2024 - in News, Projects, Wastewater

The progressive design-build project will double the plant’s treatment capacity and provide cleaner water to communities in San Diego and Tijuana  …

City in Saskatchewan Modernizes Utility Operations Using Xylem Technology

August 30, 2024 - in News, Technology, Water

The ally® residential meter paired with the FlexNet® communication network enables utility personnel to remotely manage shut off, turn on or reduce…

Stantec supports multiple Southeastern cities with Lead and Copper Rule Revisions compliance

August 29, 2024 - in News, Water

Projects will help public water systems inventory service line materials as required by the EPA   TAMPA, FL - TSX, NYSE: STN: Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected by three water utilities to identify lead service…

ASTM Standard Updated for Polypropylene Pressure Piping Systems

August 28, 2024 - in News, Water

PP-R and PP-RCT pipes and fittings discussed in the recently updated ASTM Standard F2389-24a are available in diameters from 16 mm to 710 mm, also known as nominal diameters 3/8 to 28 inches. Photo courtesy of PPI.   Pressure and Chlorine Ratings Revised…

MSU researchers build connection between forests and drinking water, outreach and conservation strategies follow

August 22, 2024 - in Drinking water, Water

The Lower Tahquamenon Falls surrounded by forests in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.   A team of MSU researchers has shown there’s “untapped potential” for ensuring that Michigan forests provide clean and abundant drinking water. EAST LANSING, Mich.…

New HDD HDPE Model Specifications Available

August 15, 2024 - in News, Products, Water

Model Specification MAB-11-2024 provides guidance and instruction for water pressure mini- and maxi HDD installations using HDPE PE4710 pipe.   Covers HDPE Water Pipelines Up to 60-Inch Diameter and 10,000-Foot-Long Pull   IRVING, TX – August 14,…

Above Ground Pump Stations: The Growing Common-Sense Trend

August 14, 2024 - in Wastewater, Water

By: Rich MacGregor, Technical Writer   The growing trend towards above ground pump stations is transforming wastewater collection systems, empowering operators to rise above the challenges of conventional submersible pumps. It's common sense that relocating…

Global Water Center Launches Carbon Credit Program to Help Fund Sustainable Rural Water Systems

August 13, 2024 - in Drinking water, Supply, Water

Global Water Center’s Carbon Credit Program team: Anne Lyngdoh, Eric Wei, and Chelsea Inglis (left to right)   CHARLESTON, S.C. - Global Water Center started a Carbon Credit Program to make rural water systems financially sustainable. This innovative…

A New Angle on Progressive Cavity Pumps for the Wastewater Industry

August 7, 2024 - in Wastewater, Water

All the Advantages without the Disadvantages of Conventional PC Pumps   By: Aaron Renick, Vice President of Sales, Vogelsang USA Traditionally, progressive cavity (PC) pumps have been regarded as the best solution for the most demanding fluid pumping…