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U.S. Municipal Utility Water Rates Index 2024: Drinking Water & Sewer
Combined household water and sewer bills increased by 4.6% from 2023 to 2024, driven by rising operational costs, inflation, and capital investments for aging infrastructure. Over the past five years, combined water and sewer bills have surged by 24.1%, reflecting persistent cost pressures.
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Industrial Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q4 2024
High-tech sectors, including data centers and semiconductor facilities, draw increasing attention from water vendors. Ecolab’s acquisition of Massachusetts-based Barclay Water Management comes amid double-digit revenue...
11 Dec. 2024
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Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.Georg Fischer Unlocks Value with Water Focus
On 4 November 2024, Switzerland-based Georg Fischer announced plans to transform its business through the sale of its Machining Solutions Division to United Grinding Group...
25 Nov. 2024
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Fed Rate Cuts Poised to Ignite Growth in U.S. Water Sector
On 7 November 2024, the Federal Open Market Committee—the monetary policy arm of the U.S. Federal Reserve—announced intentions to lower the target federal funds rate...
19 Nov. 2024
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.U.S. & Canada Industrial Water & Wastewater Market: Key Trends and Forecasts, 2024–2030
The industrial water market in the U.S. and Canada is projected to exceed US$62 billion by 2030. Industrial production output valued at US$8.5 trillion, annually,...
18 Nov. 2024
Insight Report + DataDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders and report buyers.Water on Trial: SCOTUS and the Clean Water Act
On 16 October 2024, the Supreme Court of the U.S. heard oral arguments for City and County of San Francisco, California vs. Environmental Protection Agency,...
24 Oct. 2024
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.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,...
9 Oct. 2024
White PaperResearch-based reports offering thought-leadership on top issues in water.
Research-based reports offering thought-leadership on top issues in water.Industrial Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q3 2024
Texas Instruments and GlobalWafers were awarded significant U.S. CHIPS Act grants this quarter, driving greenfield fab development and creating opportunities for water solution providers. Also,...
25 Sep. 2024
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.Water for High Tech: Growth Opportunities in North America’s Scaling Semiconductor and Data Center Industries
High capital investments and growth in both semiconductor manufacturing and data centers highlight opportunities for water management. In this client presentation, Bluefield water experts present...
12 Sep. 2024
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.Nijhuis Saur Plants Asia Flag via IWE Malaysia
Kicking off the second half of 2024, France-based Saur Group moved on two more strategic acquisitions, further solidifying its global presence in Europe and Asia....
12 Jul. 2024
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Industrial Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q2 2024
In the wake of population increases, evolving consumer preferences (i.e., plant-based foods), and a heightened focus on corporate sustainability (i.e., brand management), opportunities for water...
23 May. 2024
Quarterly Review + DataAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events. Data access available to Data Navigator seat holders.