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Flygt hydro turbines used for small-scale hydroelectric power in Kentucky
Appalachian Hydro Associates (AHA) in Ravenna, Kentucky, was seeking to develop a more cost-effective model for small hydro projects. AHA partnered with Berea College to offset the upfront investments, then began planning a small hydroelectric power plant at an abandoned lock chamber along the Kentucky River. With five Flygt hydro turbines from Xylem, the plant is now a source of revenue for the college, producing 500 kilowatts of energy per turbine.
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Xylem solution removes PFAS compounds from water utility's supply well
After a drinking water well in Maine became contaminated with PFAS, the local water utility worked with Xylem experts to find a cost-effective solution.
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Xylem and Manchester City team up to drive water sustainability in football
Xylem water technology solutions enable Manchester city to improve water usage and efficiency by saving up to 1,000 cubic meters of drinking water every day.
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Ripple Effect: How digital transformation is solving water in Asia
Xylem’s President of China and Asia, Shuping Lu, discusses digital trends across the region and how collaboration is fueling digital transformation.
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Global cyber challenges need global solutions: How utilities are becoming cyber-savvy
A panel of international experts examines why and how water utilities should embrace a global outlook when it comes to security.
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New Hampshire treatment plant reduces nitrogen and meets regulatory requirements using IQ SensorNet system
The plant deployed the IQ SensorNet system, from Xylem’s YSI brand, to continuously monitor nitrogen levels, optimize processes and lower costs.
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Intelligent dewatering pump prevents flood at Guadalajara train station
Xylem’s Flygt Bibo Alpha dewatering pump, which automatically adapts to real-time conditions, has delivered months of trouble-free operation.
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Helping customers build extreme weather resilience
Here are four ways communities across the globe are using technology to build resilience to severe weather and climate challenges.
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Ripple Effect: Unlocking the value of digital is all about smart planning
For water utilities, “going digital” is not an outcome, it’s a way to solve problems. Peter Verlaan, director of a water utility, explains his approach.
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Student's passion for the environment leads to a smarter way to clean up oil spills
High-school senior Naomi Park, winner of this year’s Stockholm Junior Water Prize, is working to solve oil spills and climate change. With a sponge.
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Findlay Township water utility quickly identifies leaks with acoustic monitoring
With the Sensus Analytics Acoustic Monitoring application from Xylem, the utility remotely detects leaks and fixes them before they become a bigger problem.
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An inside-look at solving water through innovation from experts across Xylem
Listen to Xylem experts and industry thought leaders discuss water challenges and solutions as they apply to our wide range of applications.
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Supporting disaster-affected communities in Pakistan
Sohail Ahmed Siddiqui, a field coordinator for emergency response with Mercy Corps, discusses supporting disaster-affected communities in Pakistan.
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"We had to act" - Xylem's rapid response to disaster in Türkiye
In the aftermath of a 7.8 earthquake in Türkiye, Xylem's local team joined partners on the ground to provide safe water to disaster-struck communities.
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Embracing the digital ripple effect by focusing on culture
How can utilities ensure their digital solutions deliver incremental value over time? Xylem’s Tim Braun says people and culture are key to success.
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Managing the changing tides of cybersecurity
Amid the digitization of the water sector, the risks posed by cyber threats are growing. Learn how utilities can modernize while staying secure.
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Naomi Park from the US wins Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2023
Naomi Park has received the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2023 for her research on the removal of carbon dioxide and oil products from the ocean.
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Xylem technology measures water quality during epic swim on the Danube River
Andreas Fath swam through 10 countries to raise awareness of pollution in the Danube River, using Xylem’s portable meter to measure water quality.
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From spider web to solving water
This year’s winners of the Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge created a bioreactor to reduce the water footprint needed to create hydrogen.
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Net zero by the numbers - understanding emissions
Alexis de Kerchove, Senior Director of Client Sustainability at Xylem, discusses scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions and how water utilities can measure them.
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Cybersecurity: How tech can modernize, optimize, and protect
Kenneth Crowther, Product Security Leader at Xylem, discusses how utilities can embrace the benefits of digital while strengthening security protections.
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Vote for your favorite project in the Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition!
Until August 15, you can vote for your favorite project in the Stockholm Junior Water Prize. The People’s Choice winner will be announced on August 30.
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Xylem launches pump manufacturing site in Egypt
Xylem and our regional partner, the Tiba Manzalawi Group, recently announced the opening of our new joint-venture manufacturing site in 10th of Ramadan City, outside Cairo. The Xylem Egypt Plant will provide industry-leading water solutions to Egypt, North Africa and across Africa.
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3 ways Xylem customers are solving non-revenue water
Xylem’s water utility customers are using practical, innovative solutions to tackle the critical water challenge of non-revenue water. Read three case studies.