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The Hydrogen Economy: Water Demand, Management Strategies, and Global Forecasts, 2024–2030
Hydrogen has emerged as a key focal point in the global energy transition. From policy road maps in Europe and Australia to financial incentives in the U.S. (i.e., the Inflation Reduction Act), governments on every continent are dedicating resources to the nascent sector. With several thousand projects and hydrogen hubs in various stages of development, the hydrogen economy’s growth relies on one key raw material input: water.
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Melbourne Contract Reflects Value of Desal
Water supplies in Melbourne have declined annually since 2012, while water consumption levels have increased. To boost supply, water authorities plan to procure 50 gigalitres...
5 Apr. 2016
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Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Brazil Water Firms Trudge Toward Consolidation
On 2 April 2016, the Justice Department for the State of Rio de Janeiro initiated a second auction in attempts to sell off Grupo Galvão...
20 Apr. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.China PPP Growth Extends to Flood Management
China's Sponge City Program includes PPP targeting flood management
3 May. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.American States, IOUs Target Military Water Contracts
On 12 July 2016, American States Utility Services was awarded a US$510 million military services contract with the U.S. Air Force. Bluefield analyzes impact...
1 Aug. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Singapore Solidifies Position as Showcase Market
Singapore’s state utility has awarded CH2M a consultancy service contract for a new desalination plant. Foreign firms looking for a foothold in Southeast Asia will...
10 Aug. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Columbus Shaves $1B Off Water Infrastructure Tab
The Columbus City Council approved the city’s US$1 billion 2016 capital improvement plan budget dedicated to water & sewer infrastructure upgrades.
10 Aug. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Oil Volatility Forces Rethink on Water Strategies
The shrinking pool of active energy players further places added pressure on water service companies seeking new opportunities. Oil prices, now close to US$40 per barrel,...
17 Aug. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Chile Water Utilities Power Toward Efficiency
On 5 September 2016, Chile's water and sanitation regulator, SISS, announced a five-year freeze on water tariffs for Aguas del Valle, ESSBÍO, ESSAL, and Aguas...
26 Sep. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Odebrecht Sells, Brazil Water Sector Restructures
On 27 October 2016, Brookfield Business Partners announced the acquisition of a 70% stake in Odebrecht Ambiental, Brazil’s leading private water and sanitation services concession...
28 Nov. 2016
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Osmoflo Enhances Hitachi Zosen RO
Hitachi Zosen has acquired a 70% stake in Australia- based water treatment player Osmoflo. Bluefield analyzes the impactions for global desalination markets.
29 Jan. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
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