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Jul 01, 2020
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Pipe Crawler TROGLOTREK: New, Truly Portable Robotic Camera
A portable, fully battery-operated and compact pipe crawler for inspections in 4’’ to 12’’ pipelines. The whole system is light enough for a single operator to pick it up, transfer it to a jobsite, run the inspection on the battery with no power cables, generators or inverters.
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Jun 30, 2020
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Supply Chain Vital to Water Industry Carbon Ambition
The water industry must utilise the skills offered by the supply chain if it is to meet its ambitious target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030. Reviewing the sector’s bold carbon commitment which was announced in April 2019, David Riley, Anglian Water’s head of carbon neutrality and chair of Water UK’s carbon working group, said the target was achievable but only if the expertise, tools and technology on offer throughout the industry were aligned.
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Jun 30, 2020
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American Water Announce New $1 Million Partnership with U.S. Olympic Hero Jackie Joyner-Kersee
American Water and American Water Charitable Foundation, in collaboration with The Story Family Fund, have contributed an additional $400,000 over the past three months as part of a long-term commitment to the communities they serve.
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Jun 26, 2020
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Climate Change and Global Pandemic Highlight Water Industry’s Need for Greater Resilience Through Planning, Digital Water Programs
Black & Veatch: New Strategic Directions Report reflects critical role of data in ‘digital’ water systems.
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Jun 25, 2020
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Utilities Workforce Report Signals Need for Change
British Water has welcomed the 2020-2025 Workforce Renewal & Skills Strategy launched by the Energy & Utilities Skills Partnership.
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Jun 24, 2020
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Recommissioning Advice for Grease Management Systems
The Grease Contractors Association (GCA) has published simple steps that food service establishments (FSEs) can take to ensure grease management systems can immediately operate effectively and safely after a period of closure.
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Jun 23, 2020
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Water Quality Reports Available Online for New Jersey American Water Customers
Each year, New Jersey American Water compiles its annual Water Quality Reports (also called Consumer Confidence Reports) for customers and other stakeholders, detailing the quality of water supplied by the company to each community served.
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Jun 22, 2020
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Association Offers Help Sourcing PPE for Water Workers
The head of the UK’s professional clothing trade association has assured the water industry it will do all it can to direct businesses to suppliers who are familiar with the sourcing and production of essential protective clothing during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Jun 19, 2020
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BlueTech Research and Imagine H2O Strengthen Partnership
Two leading water organisations have strengthened their relationship as part of a shared mission to positively impact the sector, support the entrepreneurial business ecosystem and create value through innovation, investment and technology.
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Jun 18, 2020
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Fill it Forward Partners With Wine To Water to Support the World's Most Vulnerable During Pandemic
Fill it Forward, formerly known as Cupanion, and Wine To Water are fusing innovative technology with on-the-ground efforts to address the global water crisis. In the midst of a pandemic, the implementation of sustainable and clean water initiatives for the world’s most vulnerable is more difficult than ever before.
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Jun 17, 2020
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MC-Proof Is Radon-tight
Present in numerous regions around the world, radon gas occurs in varying concentrations in the soil and will enter building interiors unless prevented from doing so by an impermeable barrier. Radon is a proven cause of lung cancer, so it is essential to ensure that this radioactive gas is prevented from ingress into living spaces.
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Jun 16, 2020
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Partnership Will Deliver Water Innovation for Australia and NZ
A new partnership between technology and business consultancy Isle, the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) and change-making consultancy ThinkPlace will deliver an industry-leading innovative technologies programme. Some 23 WSAA members have already signed up for the W-Lab programme which launched in March 2020.
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Jun 15, 2020
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British Water Announces New Board Members
British Water has announced the appointment of three non-executive board members who will take up their posts with the trade association in July.
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Jun 12, 2020
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Stantec to Lead Major Wastewater Development Program in Egypt
The Egyptian Holding Company for Water and Wastewater (HCWW) has selected a consortium led by Stantec to improve access to sanitation services through wastewater infrastructure for communities in the Fayoum governorate in Egypt. Stantec will act as the Project Implementation Support and Contract Supervision Consultant to manage the large-scale construction program to expand wastewater treatment, water reuse capabilities and the system sewerage network.
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Jun 11, 2020
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TEPPFA Welcomes Tom Van Gyseghem as its New President
TEPPFA, the leading European trade association representing plastic pipe manufacturers in Europe, is pleased to announce that Tom Van Gyseghem will join as the new president for the next two years with immediate effect. He was nominated by the TEPPFA Executive Committee and unanimously approved by the 28 members represented at the 2020 Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA) held virtually.
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Jun 10, 2020
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Olea Edge Analytics Unveils Real-Time Water Utility Meter Management Platform for Cities to Optimize Revenue
Olea Edge Analytics, an intelligent edge computing platform for the water utility industry, announced a program for cities to optimize revenues associated with water meter inaccuracy. The program includes a comprehensive survey, installation and access to the Olea Edge Analytics user-interface for real-time monitoring.
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Jun 09, 2020
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Missouri American Water Improves Its Emergency Testing Protocol with Installation of Sampling Stations
Missouri American Water is improving its ability to collect water samples for testing in St. Louis and St. Charles Counties. The company has recently installed 19 water quality sampling stations in the two counties.
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Jun 08, 2020
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Leading UK Water Bodies Partner in Support of the Industry
In a first for the water industry, six of the UK’s leading water organisations have come together to support the sector during the Covid-19 pandemic. They have put out the following joint statement:
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Jun 05, 2020
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Hong Kong Systematically Expands Resource Recovery Capacity, Invests in Integrated Reuse Infrastructure
Hong Kong is improving resource efficiency, meeting resource recovery targets, while optimizing infrastructure lifecycle opportunities. The Drainage Services Department (DSD) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has selected Black & Veatch to conduct a three-year investigation into upgrading the Tai Po Sewage Treatment Works (STW).
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Jun 04, 2020
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New Jersey American Water President Cheryl Norton Appointed to Two Statewide COVID-19 Advisory Councils
New Jersey American Water President Cheryl Norton has been appointed to serve on the New Jersey Restart & Recovery Advisory Council, convened by Governor Phil Murphy and the Economic Advisory Council created by Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin.
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Jun 03, 2020
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Podcast Highlights Support Offered to Water Retailers
Support being offered to water retailers by market operator MOSL during the Covid-19 pandemic was outlined by its chief executive during an interview for a British Water podcast.
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Jun 02, 2020
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TRACOM, A Wastewater Treatment Solution Provider, Adds Marie Lumpkin to its Team
Owner Matt Kazmier has decided to work on growing TRACOM while COVID-19 sparks a lull in productivity. The addition of Lumpkin to his team will help his future plans for expansion. TRACOM, a provider of wastewater treatment solutions for industrial settings, has added Marie Lumpkin to its team of fiberglass fabrication experts.
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Jun 01, 2020
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Xylem and UNICEF Partner to Provide COVID-19 Relief and Safe Water for Children, Families in Vulnerable Communities Around the World
Xylem Watermark, the corporate citizenship program of global water technology company Xylem Inc., announced support for UNICEF’s COVID-19 relief efforts. The partnership will provide access to safe water and sanitation for vulnerable children and families. Xylem’s COVID-19 contribution will be directed to the most at-risk communities, providing critical supplies and supporting UNICEF’s community health programs and youth engagement initiatives.
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May 29, 2020
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The NASTT 2021 No-Dig Show Call for Abstracts Deadline is June 30
The North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) is now accepting abstracts for its 2021 No-Dig Show in Orlando, Florida at the Orange County Convention Center March 28 – April 1, 2021.
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