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Universal Automation and Opportunities for Industrial Water
In total, industrial water facilities in the U.S. are expected to spend over US$262 billion between 2024 and 2030 on operational expenses such as labor, chemicals, and energy. They are also expected to use over 58 trillion gallons (220 billion cubic meters) of water per year. A new approach to automation can help these industries through water, energy, and chemical savings.
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PFAS, The Next Challenge for Water Utilities: Emerging Regulations, Technologies, and Forecasts, 2020-2030
The health dangers from PFAS compounds—a class of several thousand chemicals with a seven-decade legacy of military, industrial, and commercial use nationwide—have risen dramatically in...
2 Jun. 2020
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Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Revisiting Municipal Water & Wastewater Pain Points in a Market Downturn
On 11 March 2020, the Dow Jones Industrial Average slid into bear market territory, represented by a 20.3% decline from the prior month. The U.S....
16 Mar. 2020
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Economic Signposts Indicate Positive Environment for Water Infrastructure Build-out
The U.S. Census Bureau has released its year-end December 2019 construction spending, thereby closing out the 2019 year with positive results for water & wastewater...
2 Mar. 2020
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.NW Pipe Seeks Material Growth in Geneva
On 3 February 2020, Northwest Pipe Company (NW Pipe) announced its acquisition of Orem, Utah-based Geneva Pipe and Precast. The US$49.4 million transaction closed on...
21 Feb. 2020
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Non-revenue Water: Sizing the Cost of Water Losses to U.S. Utilities
Real losses, apparent losses, and unbilled consumption are negatively impacting utility bottom lines through wasted water supplies, energy usage for pumping, treatment costs, and improper...
21 Feb. 2020
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Looking to 2020 and Beyond: Key Trends and Perspectives in Global Water Markets
Bluefield water experts provide perspective on the biggest water industry headlines of 2019 and share their insights into what's ahead for 2020 and beyond.
15 Jan. 2020
Analyst PresentationIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.Lead Service Lines and Water Infrastructure: Sizing the Market and Drivers for Rehabilitation
Water utilities are responsible for the quality of drinking water at the tap, but the ownership of service lines, which can include lead, is shared,...
17 Dec. 2019
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Assessing the U.S. Addressable Market: Nutrient Removal
Nutrient contamination of the U.S. waterways is a growing concern, contributing to an explosion of algal blooms that impact drinking water supplies, recreational water activities,...
17 Dec. 2019
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Pentair Water Strategy Breakdown: Remaking Itself Into a Pure-Play Water Company
Pentair has changed into a completely new business, focusing exclusively on the water sector. In doing so, it has also refocused efforts on becoming a...
16 Oct. 2019
Company ProfileProfiles of key organizations in water from company background, products & services, M&A activity to partnerships and more.
Profiles of key organizations in water from company background, products & services, M&A activity to partnerships and more.Bluefield Breakfast Briefing WEFTEC19: Market Disruptors & the Future of Wastewater
Bluefield Research recently held an invitation-only Breakfast Briefing for clients and water industry professionals. The presentation and panel discussion, led by Bluefield’s team of water...
26 Sep. 2019
Analyst PresentationIndustry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.