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From the gas pump to the synthetic fertilizers that help feed the world, petroleum products facilitate almost every aspect of modern life. But this ubiquitous fossil fuel comes with an overlooked and mounting environmental toll – for every barrel of crude oil extracted, an astounding 10 barrels of salty, contaminated wastewater called “produced water” surfaces […]
Water treatment company H2O Innovation Inc. recently announced the acquisition of Itasca Systems Inc. in a $24 million deal. Itasca Systems provides specialized water systems engineering and technical services related to membrane filtration and other treatment technologies. This strategic purchase allows Canadian cleantech leader H2O Innovation to expand its engineering and system design capabilities in […]
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Arlington County lies an unassuming complex of buildings that play a vital role in maintaining the health and cleanliness of our waterways. The Arlington Waste Water Treatment Plant has been operating since 1959 to treat sewage from Arlington County and discharge clean water back into the environment. On […]
The Eastern Water Reclamation Facility (EWRF) is a crucial wastewater treatment plant providing significant water reuse and environmental services to the Orlando, Florida, region. Owned and operated by the Orange County Utilities Department, EWRF commenced operations in 1986 to help meet increasing wastewater infrastructure demands stemming from rapid Orlando metro population growth through the second […]
As water scarcity intensifies globally, innovative technologies are needed to ensure adequate supply and optimize treatment. Water processes based on osmosis, the natural diffusion of water across a semi-permeable membrane, have generated growing interest for their efficiency, reliability, and environmental sustainability. Engineered osmosis methods like forward osmosis (FO) and pressure-retarded osmosis (PRO) utilize optimized membranes […]
Excess phosphate in water bodies can lead to eutrophication, causing algal blooms that reduce oxygen levels and threaten aquatic ecosystems. Removing phosphate from wastewater, agricultural runoff, and other point sources before they enter natural water systems is an essential strategy for preventing eutrophication. Biochar, a porous carbonaceous material produced by pyrolyzing biomass under oxygen-limited conditions, […]
Water is the sign of life. A global survey shows that approximately 70% of the earth’s surface is covered by water in the form of oceans, seas, rivers, lakes, etc. Despite being abundant, water is becoming highly scarce due to the growing disparity between freshwater supply and usage. The imbalance between the supply and demand […]
Top 20 AWWA-WEF Books 1. Public Health Effects of Disasters (2021) – Guidance on protecting public health during and after natural disasters, chemical spills and other emergencies that disrupt water and wastewater infrastructure. 2. Activated Sludge and Nutrient Removal (2022) – Provides updated technical details on activated sludge processes, nitrogen and phosphorus removal, troubleshooting guidance, […]
A Powerful and Versatile Pneumatic Actuator Rotork acquired Remote Control Sweden, a manufacturer of pneumatic linear actuators, to expand its actuation product portfolio. Remote Control Sweden is known for its compact, lightweight cylinder designs in automation across industries. According to Rotork, this strategic acquisition strengthens its position in pneumatics by adding Remote Control Sweden’s advanced […]
Global engineering and consulting firm Black & Veatch (B&V) announced this week that it has acquired the water business of MJ Gleeson Group, an Australian construction and civil engineering company. This strategic acquisition significantly expands B&V’s water infrastructure capabilities and strengthens its presence across the Asia-Pacific region. MJ Gleeson’s water infrastructure division specializes in designing […]