Water Utilities News

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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Innovative UV system reduces plant’s energy use and maintenance

After a 17-year run, the UV disinfection system at the French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant was limping toward the finish line. The plant decided to replace...

Q&A: How real-time monitoring is changing wastewater treatment

As an applications engineer with Xylem’s YSI brand, Dr. Rob Smith helps wastewater utilities optimize performance. Smith has a PhD in environmental...

PureWater Colorado project teaches public about water reuse

This spring the Denver Water Recycling Plant is hosting a project that showcases the benefits of reusing water. The PureWater Colorado Demonstration Project...

Xylem’s Cape Town office installs systems for rainwater and wastewater use

Cape Town’s water shortage has escalated to the level of a disaster, with the city planning to shut off taps to homes and businesses by mid-July. In order to...