U.S. Municipal Utility Operating Expenditure (OPEX) Forecast, 2018-2027

Public spending on U.S. municipal water and wastewater systems has climbed steadily over time, driven by rising labor costs, increasing material prices, and growing demand to maintain aging, less efficient, networks and plants. The impact has been an increase in annual operating expenditures (OPEX) by 57% since 1990, reaching a current US$79 billion per year.… Continue reading U.S. Municipal Utility Operating Expenditure (OPEX) Forecast, 2018-2027

Global Smart Water Update: Market Trends, Competitive Shifts, & Project Activity

Bluefield Research is optimistic about the scaling opportunities for smart water globally. As a result, our team of water experts is tracking market drivers and strategies shaping this growing market. Smart water project announcements in the second half of 2016 were driven by utility responses to water scarcity and non-revenue water, regulatory compliance, and vendor… Continue reading Global Smart Water Update: Market Trends, Competitive Shifts, & Project Activity

New York Municipal Water and Wastewater Infrastructure: State Funding Awards 2016

The state of New York is investing in water infrastructure. Governor Cuomo announced the funding for 95 water infrastructure projects across nine regions in the state. Project funding applications show more than 70% of estimated budgets dedicated to clean water (wastewater) projects, while the remainder is planned for drinking water projects. Oneida County stands out as… Continue reading New York Municipal Water and Wastewater Infrastructure: State Funding Awards 2016