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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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Poland Strengthens Cybersecurity in the Water Sector
On 28 August, Poland’s new Act on the National Cybersecurity Certification System came into effect. This legislation aligns with the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity,...
29 Sep. 2025
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Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Essential and Investor-Owned Water Utilities Look Beyond the Rate Base
Essential Utilities’ commitment to the Greene County data center project, slated to come online in 2029, looks less like a strategic pivot and more like...
23 Sep. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.TAQA Expands Strategic Footprint Through GS Inima
Despite GS Inima’s strong position in the global water market, the company’s risk profile attracted a narrower field considering its scale. Veolia, Aqualia, and Canada’s...
15 Sep. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Cybersecurity Alerts Highlight Water HMI Vulnerabilities
Over the last three years, several incidents—beyond the more public ransomware attacks—have underscored the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s efforts to address vulnerabilities in human-machine...
5 Sep. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Ecolab Goes Ultrapure; Ovivo Concentrates on Water Quality
Ecolab’s acquisition of Ovivo’s electronics business further strengthens its strategic push into high-growth, high-tech sectors, particularly the semiconductor segment. Ecolab reported US$800 million in expected...
28 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Cooling Water Thresholds Choke Europe Nuclear Operators, Call for Upgrades
Rising cooling water temperatures are becoming an Achilles’ heel for nuclear assets, particularly at a time when market conditions underscore the economic value of a...
27 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Aqualia Leverages Czech Muni Footprint for Industrial Growth
Most of Aqualia’s revenue in the Czech Republic, approximately €160 million, derives from its ownership of the regional private concessionaire SmVaK, which operates 82 wastewater...
20 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Western Midstream Bets on Water with US$2 Billion Aris Acquisition
The combination of Western Midstream Partners and Aris Water Solutions establishes one of the largest independent produced water platforms in the Permian Basin, positioning Western...
19 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Schwarz AI Gigafactory Pushes German Sovereignty, Tests Water Limits
In Germany, leading tech firms such as SAP, Deutsche Telekom, and IONOS have independently expressed interest in competing for designation. However, Schwarz’s bid distinguishes itself...
19 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.Big Tech Water Strategy: Watersheds & Ag-Tech
Big Tech companies are increasingly compelled to prioritize water stewardship. However, a major roadblock is the paucity of “shovel-ready” water infrastructure projects in which to...
13 Aug. 2025
Research NoteBrief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.