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Global Desalination: Market Share and Company Rankings
With 97% of the Earth's surface covered by oceans, seawater desalination stands as a proven backstop to addressing global water scarcity challenges. Since 1999, the global desalination sector has seen significant growth in large-scale (>50,000 m3/d) plants, with over 42 million m3/d of capacity added across 214 facilities.
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Can a PPP Address Pittsburgh’s Water Woes?
A boil water advisory issued on January 21, 2017 and affecting over 100,000 residents was the latest in a string of service interruptions for Pittsburgh...
25 Feb. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Flint Spurs Sweeping Lead Pipe Replacements
Concerns over drinking water contamination from lead pipes have grown exponentially since the crisis in Flint, Michigan highlighted the issue for U.S. utilities
1 Feb. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Water Sector to Gain from Surge in Green Bonds
Green bonds, a viable option for socially and environmentally responsible investments, are beginning to benefit water utilities. In 2016, global green bond issuances reached
30 Jan. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Water Market Shifts: 7 Signposts to Watch in 2017
Our experts anticipate shifts across municipal and industrial water markets. Looking ahead, we have outlined seven key trends that will impact the water industry in...
23 Jan. 2017
Analyst PresentationIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
U.S. Investor-Owned Utilities M&A Update, Year-End 2016
More than US$622 million of acquisitions for 56 deals were completed in 2016, pushing the total executed deal value since the start of 2013 to...
19 Jan. 2017
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
California Incubates New Water Business Models
California has now moved into its sixth year of drought. As of December 2016, more than 42% of the state remains in extreme drought
28 Dec. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
U.S. Biogas Markets & Trends: A Convergence of Municipal Wastewater and Power
Large-scale municipal wastewater treatment plants provide the greatest opportunity for biogas. However, declines in natural gas prices and expectations of continued supply
10 Dec. 2016
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Market-Based Opportunities for Private Water Players: U.S. Military Service Contracts
Once dominated by a few select players, military service contracts now offer market-based opportunities for private water companies. While investor-owned utilities in the U.S. rely heavily...
14 Nov. 2016
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Canada Municipal Water Infrastructure: Utility Strategies & CAPEX Forecasts, 2016-2025
Canada’s municipal utilities are on track to spend C$72 billion (or C$2,500 bill per person) on water infrastructure over the next decade
28 Oct. 2016
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Municipal Utility Districts in Texas: Emerging Drivers, Trends, & Opportunities
The Municipal Utility District (MUD) market for water infrastructure services is highly concentrated in Texas - Bluefield analyzes market drivers and inhibitors
6 Oct. 2016
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.