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Why utilities need to prioritize reducing nitrous oxide emissions
Nitrous oxide (N2O) can be a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater treatment. Here are steps utilities can take to manage emissions.
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New industry models to simplify water pipeline data
Xylem and PODS create first-of-a-kind industry data models to help organize and communicate utility pipeline assessment data.
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PFAS perspectives: How new PFAS regulations will impact the water sector
Xylem experts dive into the impacts of new PFAS regulations on industry, technology and environmental stewardship – and innovative technologies available.
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Coming together to protect biodiversity in our communities
In 2023, Xylem employees volunteered 30,000 hours at 400 events designed to protect their local watersheds and preserve biodiversity.
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Working towards water for all: An interview with Aria Harris, Xylem emerging leader
The water crisis in Flint, Michigan, led Aria Harris to focus her career on working for a more water-secure world, including a leadership program at Xylem.
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Combatting PFAS through proven water technologies
Xylem leaders share insights on the impact of the new EPA rule, and how water operators are using advanced solutions to solve PFAS for their communities.
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2 water utilities using data integration to build resilience
Learn how three utilities are using an analytics platform to optimize decision-making, increase efficiency and cost savings, and improve network resilience.
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Spanish water utility and US aerospace company harness digital solutions to safeguard water supply
2024 Xylem Sustainability Excellence Award winners set the pace as companies turn to smart water technology to conserve and reuse water.
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Richmond utility uses real-time analytics for plan to reduce combined sewer overflows
The city used a decision support system from Xylem to identify infrastructure projects that could reduce CS0s by 180 million gallons and save costs.
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Partnering to make holiday parks more efficient and sustainable
Center Parcs De Eemhof uses Xylem intelligent pumping solution to cut energy and cleaning costs by more than 70%.
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Knowing beats wondering: Steps to cybersecurity success
A Xylem security expert discusses how utilities can stay secure with an in-depth understanding of systems, vulnerabilities, and actionable remediations.
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Embrace the uncertainty and do it anyway: How a proactive stance can help utilities stay cyber secure
A specialist in cybersecurity for industrial environments explains how water utilities can prepare for and respond to a cybersecurity attack.
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Freshwater mussel restoration project increases survival rate to 95% with precise flow control
The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation is managing a project to replenish freshwater mussels, a “First Food” of the tribes.
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Historic project linking Rome and Vatican City uses advanced technology to keep water flowing
Xylem’s custom hydraulic bypass diverted major sewer infrastructure, enabling construction of pedestrian link for 35 million visitors to the 2025 Jubilee.
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Historic project linking Rome and Vatican City uses advanced technology to keep water flowing
Relocation of major sewer infrastructure enables construction of pedestrian link for 35 million visitors to the 2025 Jubilee.
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Hydrologist Taikan Oki wins the 2024 Stockholm Water Prize
Professor Oki won the prize based on his world-renowned research on the virtual water trade, digital river mapping, and human activity in the water cycle.
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Solving water for the pharmaceutical sector
How pharma manufacturers are addressing the sector’s complex water challenges, including meeting regulatory standards, while managing rising water costs.
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Continuous monitoring of a hydropower project reveals massive swings in carbon emissions
The Kariba Dam holds back the world’s largest artificial reservoir and generates power for millions of people in Zambia and Zimbabwe. A recent study of the dam showed how it affects the release of greenhouse gas emissions in the reservoir and downstream. Using Xylem’s YSI EXO2 multiparameter sonde for continuous monitoring, researchers gained new insights into how hydropower plants can be optimized to reduce carbon emissions.
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Finnish shipyard improves dry dock dewatering with smart submersible pumps
To efficiently empty the Suomenlinna shipyard’s dry docks, managers chose Xylem’s Flygt submersible pumps with remote monitoring and adaptive performance.
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Picking up the pace on climate action: Building momentum from COP28
Three areas where Xylem’s Austin Alexander believes the water sector can make real progress: collaboration, utilities and sustainable development.
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Colorado utility removes PFCs from well with Xylem’s ion exchange system
When the Stratmoor Hills Water District detected PFCs in a well, the utility partnered with Xylem’s Evoqua company to find a cost-effective solution.
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Stories of Xylem customers and partners solving water
Here’s a look at media coverage of how Xylem customers and partners are addressing their toughest water challenges and improving their communities.
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Treatment plant maintains service during infrastructure upgrade using Xylem rental bypass
To move forward with long overdue infrastructure upgrades, Nodra AB needed a wastewater bypass solution capable of lifting up to 3,000 liters per second into its Slottshagens treatment plant. Xylem’s Rental Solutions team set up a turnkey wastewater bypass station in a little over three weeks. Through dedicated service personnel and remote, digital monitoring and control, Xylem provided 24/7 operational support throughout the 10-week bypass.
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Ripple Effect: Delivering digital transformation in Beijing
Beijing Drainage Group has been at the forefront of digital transformation in the water sector. Here are the innovative strategies they have deployed.