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Energy Optimization for Water Utilities: A Digital Playbook for Cost and Carbon Reduction
Energy costs rank among the top three operating expenses for water utilities, offering significant opportunities for cost savings. Energy use in the water sector accounts for 11% to as much as 40% in operational expenditure. This substantial portion and range underscores the potential for optimizing energy costs across the water cycle.
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The Clean Water Act
The Clean Water Act is the primary law governing water pollution. Created in 1972 the legislation aims to aid in the restoration and maintenance of...
23 Sep. 2021
Policy Brief
Bluefield's breakdown of key policy and regulations impacting water markets.
Bluefield's breakdown of key policy and regulations impacting water markets.U.S. West Grapples with Long-term Drought, Forced to Accept New Normal
The megadrought plaguing the western United States continues to ravage water supplies and dependent industries particularly in the Colorado River basin. Water levels at the...
7 Sep. 2021
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Washington Continues to Battle over Needed Infrastructure Investment
On 10 August 2021, the U.S. Senate passed a US$1.2 trillion infrastructure package, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The sweeping legislation outlines funding...
26 Aug. 2021
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.California Steps Up PFAS Action Water Protection
On 29 July 2021, the State of California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment proposed Public Health Goals (PHGs) for drinking water concentrations of the...
17 Aug. 2021
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.State Revolving Funds: Breaking Down Project Data by Requests and Distributions
The State Revolving Fund program is the primary means by which the federal and state governments provide financial support to water and wastewater infrastructure projects....
5 Aug. 2021
Insight ReportDeep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.Industrial Water: Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q2 2021
In Q1 2021, the COVID-19 recovery is palpable across many verticals, particularly in regions of the world with high vaccination rates.
16 Jun. 2021
Quarterly ReviewAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.Senate Bill (S.914) Emphasizes Drinking Water, Digital Water Sector
On 29 April 2021, the U.S. Senate approved the Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act of 2021 (S.914), appropriating US$35 billion over the next five...
14 Jun. 2021
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.U.S. & Canada Municipal Water: Key Trends, Policy Activity, and Market Outlook, Q2 2021
Through the first quarter of 2021, the water sector has been bolstered by strong macroeconomics. The COVID-19 recovery is palpable, as reflected in increased vaccination...
14 Jun. 2021
Quarterly ReviewAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.What Do We Think about… When We Think about Water?
The water sector is undergoing significant change, much of which is propelled by external drivers outside of the traditional utility business model.
14 Jun. 2021
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.Industrial Water Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q1 2021
Corporates make investments in sustainability, growing interest from critical infrastructure companies outside water continues to grow, the future of the auto industry to impact water...
23 Mar. 2021
Quarterly ReviewAnalysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.