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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.
4 Jun | Insight Report + Data
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Investor-Owned Utilities in Water: Market Share, M&A Trends, and Company Rankings ->
The 20 leading IOUs serve a small but gradually increasing share of a large and highly fragmented market. Active in 36 states, these companies collectively serve approximately 5% of the 188 million water and wastewater connections across the country.Corporate Subscription
4 May | Insight Report + Data
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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.Corporate Subscription
6 May | Insight Report + Data
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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.Corporate Subscription
29 Apr | Insight Report
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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.Corporate Subscription
11 Mar | Insight Report
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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.Corporate Subscription
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Water Reuse at US Airports: Opportunities, Innovations, and Creative Collaborations
Bluefield Research Director Erin Bonney Casey recently presented in San Diego on Water Reuse in US Airports: Opportunities, Innovations, and Creative Collaborations. In this analyst presentation, Bluefield ...
11 Sep. 2019
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Decentralized Reuse: The Future of Distributed Infrastructure
Bluefield Research Director Erin Bonney Casey recently presented in San Diego on Decentralized Reuse: The Future of Distributed Infrastructure. In this Analyst Presentation Bluefield addresses
11 Sep. 2019
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Clean Water Enforcement: Is the U.S. Water Market Truly Regulated? (Webinar)
Bluefield water expert Erin Bonney Casey recently presented a joint webinar with Water Online on Clean Water Act violations. This webinar provides an overview of...
22 Aug. 2019
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
WIFIA: No Silver Bullet for Water Infrastructure Financing
On 22 July 2019, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the receipt of 51 requests for the third round of Water Infrastructure Finance and...
9 Aug. 2019
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Emerging Contaminants Move into Wastewater Biosolid Management Outlook
On 12 July 2019, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) including amendments related to emerging contaminants,...
25 Jul. 2019
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Innovative Strategies for Municipal Water Reuse
Bluefield water experts Reese Tisdale and Erin Bonney Casey recently presented: Innovative Strategies for Municipal Water Reuse, a webinar in collaboration with the WateReuse Association.
5 Jun. 2019
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
PFAS Regulation for Water Advances Through State Actions
The U.S. regulatory environment addressing PFAS has picked up pace over the last two months. On 29 May 2019, the State of New Hampshire filed...
5 Jun. 2019
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Nutrient Treatment Evolves with New Regulations
Advanced utility solutions for nutrient pollution impacting U.S. waterways are finding traction in new project developments, such as Missouri American’s Lake Carmel project. This activity...
17 May. 2019
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Where are the best opportunities in industrial reuse?
This analyst presentation, based on our recent webinar with the WateReuse Association, analyzes industrial reuse opportunities. We are pleased to offer complimentary access to the...
19 Mar. 2019
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
U.S. Municipal Water: Key Trends, Policy Activity, and Market Outlook, Q1 2019
The U.S. municipal water sector accounts for over US$108 billion in public spend annually, when considering both the capital and operating expenditures. As municipalities, regulators...
18 Mar. 2019
Quarterly Review
Analysis and insights of previous quarter water market activity, trends, and events.