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4 European utilities tackling water loss through advanced technologies
As more utilities set ambitious 2050 net zero goals, the European water sector is taking bolder steps to cut water and energy waste and reduce GHG emissions....
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Combined sewer overflows: Smarter solutions for water utilities
As extreme weather events like heavy rainfall and flooding become more frequent, combined sewer overflows (CSOs) are putting greater strain on urban water...
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Teen innovators use machine learning and chemistry to combat PFAS pollution
When two students noticed that PFAS pollution wasn't getting enough attention in the UK, they decided to do something about it. Christopher Whitfeld and Wenqi...
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High-efficiency mixers help three wastewater operators save energy and costs
Mixers in aeration and sludge tanks can account for up to 10% of a wastewater treatment plant’s overall energy use. By selecting energy-efficient mixers,...
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Innovative PFAS solution earns UK students Stockholm Junior Water Prize
Christopher Whitfeld and Wenqi (Jonathan) Zhao from the United Kingdom have received the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2024 for their work on PFAS...
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PFAS perspectives: How new PFAS regulations will impact the water sector
In April, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new regulations concerning Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) for drinking water in the...
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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 tech to conserve and reuse water. A Spanish water utility and...
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Knowing beats wondering: Steps to cybersecurity success
When it comes to cyber risk, a proactive approach is paramount. Xylem Product Security Leader Senad Pašalić discusses how an in-depth understanding of systems,...
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Water, climate and collaboration: Navigating the global challenges beyond COP28
Alexis de Kerchove, Senior Director, Client Sustainability at Xylem. Once-in-a-century floods hit Somalia as a record drought persists in the Amazon. The U.S....
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Ripple Effect: Unlocking the value of digital is all about smart planning
Digital technology has proven to be an essential tool in enabling utilities to deliver improvements for their operations and for the communities they serve....
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Supporting disaster-affected communities in Pakistan
A Q&A with Sohail Ahmed Siddiqui, a Mercy Corps Field Coordinator specializing in emergency response In 2022, 185 million across the globe felt the impact of...
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Asset Management Begins With Leak Detection
A leak represents not only water loss, but can indicate the potential for pipeline failure. How proactive utilities are taking the gamble out of finding leaks...
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Establish System Control and Reliability
The operability of critical valves is essential to control a water system and ensure system reliability. Critical valves control vital water transmission lines...
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How can I leverage pipeline inspection and monitoring data for long-term planning?
Imagine you have a big outdoor celebration planned for Saturday. You check the weather, and there’s a 90% chance of rain. Will you change your plans? While the...
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How large a leak could you be missing with CPM?
Computational pipeline monitoring (CPM) is legislated on most pipelines in North America. While these systems are crucial in maintaining the integrity of a...
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How Threat Monitoring Can Save Pipeline Operators Time and Money
Pipeline damage can happen even with a robust integrity program in place. Third-party damage during excavation, natural disasters, and even material defects...
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Identifying and Addressing the Weak Links
A recent water main repair highlights the accuracy of inline inspection and the value of condition assessment for proactive pipeline management. Pure...
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Increased Regulation Makes Rising Main Management A Risk Priority
While metallic rising mains have been historically difficult to manage, a risk-based approach increases confidence in the condition of the pipeline. Nothing...
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Is Continuous Monitoring Only for High-Risk Pipelines?
SoundPrint ® AFO has been the gold standard for continuous monitoring of high-risk prestressed concrete pipelines (PCCP) for over two decades. Data from the...
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Piecing Together the Pipeline Integrity Puzzle
Pipelines are the safest way to deliver energy products. Robert Zmud has dedicated his career to making these assets even safer. PureHM’s Integrity Consulting...
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Proactive Pipeline Management Aging Infrastructure Report
Many utilities across the United States are dealing with the challenges of aging water and sewer infrastructure, much of which was installed many decades ago....
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PureHM Now Offering Comprehensive Suite of Internal Corrosion Solutions
We are happy to announce the recent addition of a full-scale Internal Corrosion Direct Assessment (ICDA), Internal Corrosion Predictive Modeling (ICPM), and...
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Repair vs. Replace: A Comparative Analysis of Large Valve Management
Grand Rapids is the second largest water system in Michigan and delivers clean drinking water to the Greater Grand Rapids area using Lake Michigan as its raw...
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Responding to water and wastewater pipeline emergencies
U.S. and Canadian utilities experience an annual average of 11.1 breaks per 100 miles of pipe, according to a 2023 Utah State University study . When a water...
