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Our Industry Insights provide deep-dive analyses into global water topics, including water infrastructure, industrial water management, digital solutions, and more. Reports are available for purchase or with a Corporate Subscription.

U.S. & Canada Digital Water Landscape: Trends and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036
6 May  |  Insight Report + Data

U.S. & Canada Digital Water Landscape: Trends and Growth Forecasts, 2026–2036  ->

The U.S. and Canada digital water landscape is poised to double from US$14 billion in 2026 to US$29 billion by 2036, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 7% over the next decade. Utilities are no longer debating the need to invest in digital; they are racing to catch up as operational, financial, and workforce pressures converge.
Digital Water Landscape
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Europe Stormwater Infrastructure Market: Key Drivers, Competitive Shifts & Investment Outlook, 2026–2036
4 May  |  Insight Report + Data

Europe Stormwater Infrastructure Market: Key Drivers, Competitive Shifts & Investment Outlook, 2026–2036  ->

The European Commission’s Water Resilience Strategy estimates an annual investment shortfall of €23 billion, meaning even the European Investment Bank’s unprecedented €15 billion Water Resilience Programme for 2025–2027 covers only a fraction of what's required.
Europe Municipal Water Market
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State Profile: California Water Market
29 Apr  |  Insight Report

State Profile: California Water Market  ->

Unlike most U.S. states, where infrastructure investment is primarily driven by compliance or age, California's capital program is fundamentally shaped by supply insecurity. Two-thirds of the state's population depends on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta—a single, climate-vulnerable chokepoint.
U.S. & Canada Municipal Water Market
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U.S. Mobile Water Treatment: Market Trends, Business Models, and Competitive Landscape, 2026
11 Mar  |  Insight Report

U.S. Mobile Water Treatment: Market Trends, Business Models, and Competitive Landscape, 2026  ->

Mobile water treatment is evolving from a tactical stopgap to a strategic operating model. Previously deployed mainly for emergencies and short-term capacity gaps, mobile water is now becoming an integral part of core water management strategies across industrial and municipal sectors.
Global Water Competitive Landscape
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Kemira Dives Deeper into Industrial Water with Water Engineering, Inc. Acquisition 

Kemira’s acquisition of Water Engineering, Inc. signals a decisive step into industrial water treatment services, moving the company beyond its traditional consumables-focused model. Until now,...
10 Oct. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY Industrial Water Market

Water, Desalination Unlocking Latin American Mining Sector 

With 83% of its operating sites located in regions experiencing water scarcity or stress, Anglo American has made water management a key component of its...
14 Oct. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY Industrial Water Market

U.S. Municipal Water Reuse: Market Trends and Forecasts, 2025–2035 

Bluefield Research forecasts that capital expenditure for municipal water reuse capacity additions will exceed US$47.1 billion by 2035. This projection underscores the substantial investment required...
22 Oct. 2025
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Cox Unveils Ambitious Desalination Growth Plans for Mexico Water Business 

Founded in 2014, Cox initially focused on developing solar energy projects. The company has since expanded into water management, particularly following its acquisition of the...
7 Nov. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY Global Water Competitive Landscape

U.S. Municipal Biosolids Management: Drivers, Trends, and Forecasts, 2025–2035 

Bluefield forecasts that annual spend by municipalities on biosolids management and disposal will grow from US$2.5 billion in 2025 to US$4.8 billion by 2035, reflecting...
13 Nov. 2025
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Select Water Tests Economics of Lithium Mining from Oilfield Brines 

On 22 October 2025, Texas-based Select Water Solutions announced the groundbreaking produced water lithium extraction facility in the city of Joaquin. The commercial-scale facility will...
15 Nov. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY Industrial Water Market

Europe PFAS: Drinking Water Treatment Regulations, Technologies, and Remediation Forecasts, 2026–2036 

A multibillion-euro compliance market is emerging across Europe. Spending related to PFAS in drinking water treatment is projected to exceed €3.6 billion from 2026 to...
29 Jan. 2026
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U.S. Water Treatment Chemical Manufacturers and Distributors: Competitive Analysis & Strategies 

The water treatment chemical market in the U.S. is forecasted to reach an estimated US$9.8 billion in total spend in 2026. Municipal water and wastewater...
5 Feb. 2026
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.

Industrial Partnerships De-Risk Municipal Water Reuse Expansion 

Facing critical water supply constraints, large industrial users support municipal reuse expansion, addressing gaps in city infrastructure funding by financing water recycling systems in exchange...
18 Feb. 2026
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY CORPORATE SUBSCRIPTION ONLY Industrial Water Market

U.S. Mobile Water Treatment: Market Trends, Business Models, and Competitive Landscape, 2026 

Mobile water treatment is evolving from a tactical stopgap to a strategic operating model. Previously deployed mainly for emergencies and short-term capacity gaps, mobile water...
11 Mar. 2026
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.