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U.S. Municipal Water & Sewer: Annual Utility Rate Index, 2023
Bluefield Research has for the eighth consecutive year engaged in a comprehensive analysis of water and sewer rates for 50 of the largest U.S. cities. This analysis considers the associated impacts on residential water and sewer bills, as ratepayers represent the primary funding source for municipal operating expenditures.
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Outsiders Angling for Stakes in U.S. Water Market
The increased focus on U.S. water infrastructure is attracting industry outsiders to the water industry — exploring paths for market entry. Successful entrants have carved-out...
23 Mar. 2017
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Maximizing Operational Resilience (Smart Water Networks Forum)
This presentation by Senior Analyst Will Maize at the recent Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN) in London focuses on utility strategies to maximize operational resilience....
9 May. 2017
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.Global Smart Water: Market Trends, Competitive Shifts, & Project Activity H1 2017
Smart water project announcements in the first half of 2017 were driven by utility responses to water scarcity, complying with local market regulations, and vendor...
14 Jul. 2017
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.WIFIA, A Drop in the Water Infrastructure Bucket
The EPA has announced 12 projects in nine states eligible for Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loans. California-based projects represented the majority of...
27 Jul. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.How Widespread are Municipal Water Utility Buy-backs?
The Town of Milford, Massachusetts is acquiring its water company--privately-held Milford Water Company for US$63 million. At the center of municipal utility buy-backs
6 Aug. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Municipalities Monetizing Water, Wastewater Assets Under FMV Legislation
On 1 November 2017, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission unanimously approved the US$159 million sale of the wastewater system owned by the Municipal Authority of...
13 Dec. 2017
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Tracing the Arc of Puerto Rico’s Evolving Water Infrastructure Troubles
On 24 January 2018, Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) released a working draft of a revised fiscal plan to address capital improvement projects,...
8 Feb. 2018
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Water In Humanitarian Emergencies: Water Infrastructure & Investments
First presented by Bluefield President Reese Tisdale at the Water Systems Science and Society (WSSS) Symposium at Tufts University in Boston. This presentation covers the...
11 Apr. 2018
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.USDA, Federal Funding for Water Falling Short of Requested Funds
On 24 May 2018, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant program announced US$256 million in grants and...
6 Jun. 2018
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.The Digitization of Water (ACE Presentation)
Presentation by Bluefield President Reese Tisdale at the 2018 AWWA ACE Conference in Las Vegas on the digitization of water. These slides analyze the competitive...
18 Jun. 2018
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.