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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 (through our Report Store) or with a Corporate Subscription.
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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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BASF, Solenis Find Common Ground in Water
On 2 May 2018, BASF and Solenis signed an agreement to combine BASF’s paper wet-end and water chemicals business with that of Solenis. Ownership of...
13 May. 2018
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
U.S. EPA Industrial Consent Decrees: Sector Impacts, Trends, and Penalties
The EPA has issued 112 consent decrees since 1999 to industrial companies violating the Clean Water Act, resulting in approximately US$6.5 billion in civil penalties...
4 Jun. 2018
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Foxconn Taps Lake Michigan for Water Supplies
On 28 April 2018, Wisconsin’s Department of Water Resources (DNR) approved a water diversion application submitted by the City of Racine to increase its annual...
6 Jun. 2018
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Water for Hydraulic Fracturing: Market Size, Trends & Forecasts, 2018-2027
The hydraulic fracturing sector’s call for water management solutions continues as the resurgence of drilling activity has been maintained over the past 24 months. Signals from...
6 Jun. 2018
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
EPA Rolling Back Mining Wastewater Regs – Tailings, Water-related Risk Endures
On 26 June 2018, the EPA Administrator released a memo directing relevant offices to limit EPA authority under Section 404(c) of the Clean Water Act....
9 Jul. 2018
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Water for Power: Market Trends, Opportunities & Forecasts, 2019-2028
The electric power sector, which represents 41% of U.S. water withdrawals, is proceeding with its fuel-switching transformation, sparked by a mix of economic drivers, climate...
21 Jul. 2018
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Evoqua Strategy Breakdown: Rebuilding a Water Solutions Portfolio
Evoqua holds a strong position as a water pure-play, particularly in U.S. industrial markets. The company has restructured internally, expanding its portfolio of solutions and...
6 Aug. 2018
Company Profile
Profiles of key organizations in water from company background, products & services, M&A activity to partnerships and more.
SUEZ Water Strategy Breakdown: Integrating its Portfolio of Industrial Solutions
This Company Insight provides an in-depth look at Suez's finances, recent acquisitions, and positioning in the global water market amongst its peers.
17 Sep. 2018
Company Profile
Profiles of key organizations in water from company background, products & services, M&A activity to partnerships and more.
Water Utilities Evolution Toward Advanced Asset Management
This presentation was first given by Bluefield Vice President Keith Hays at the Bentley’s Year in Infrastructure Forum in London. Key questions addressed: What is...
27 Nov. 2018
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Opportunities in U.S. Industrial Water: Market Size, Trends, and Forecast, 2018-2022
Industrial demand for water & wastewater management, from supply to discharge, is gaining intensity. Major U.S. industries discharge over 130 billion gallons of water per...
10 Dec. 2018
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.