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Artificial Intelligence Set to Define the Future of Digital Water 

The evolution of artificial intelligence continues to influence the water industry, and 30 November 2024 marks the second anniversary of ChatGPT's launch. Developed by OpenAI and backed by Microsoft, this generative AI tool has sparked excitement over AI's potential while raising concerns about its disruptive power.

Water Mergers & Acquisitions: Trends and Deal Flow, Q4 2024 

Water sector M&A maintains momentum. While the pace of transactions has moderated, the 334 deals tracked this year underscore continued investor confidence in the water sector. Drivers, such as declining falling interest rates and infrastructure incentives, have created a favorable environment for deal-making, positioning the sector for sustained growth.

Powered by High Tech and Energy Growth in the U.S. and Canada, Industrial Water Spend Set to Climb 28% by 2030  

EU Struggles to Enforce Wastewater Regulations While Expanding Scope 

On 14 November 2024, the European Commission referred Bulgaria and Romania to the Court of Justice of the European Union for persistent infractions of its Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive dating back to 2017.

Algae-Based Wastewater Treatment with Martin Gross 

Martin Gross, the CEO of Gross-Wen Technologies, provides a phenomenal look at algae-based wastewater treatment, its benefits and its eco-friendly byproducts. In this session, you’ll learn about: Re...

Powered by High Tech and Energy Growth in the U.S. and Canada, Industrial Water Spend Set to Climb 28% by 2030  

26 November 2024, Boston, Massachusetts: New investments in emerging technology sectors, including data centers and semiconductor manufacturing, as well as evolving demand in the water-intensive ...

Strategic Moves Reshaping the Water Sector 

In this episode, Reese Tisdale sits down with Keith Hays, VP & Managing Director at Bluefield Research, to discuss major developments in the water sector that signal a broader shift toward water-c...

Ecolab M&A Targets High Tech, Data Water Management 

On 5 November 2024, Ecolab, a global water treatment and hygiene solutions provider, acquired Newton, Massachusetts-based Barclay Water Management. The acquisition of Barclay further points to the anticipated growth in high-tech sectors and the associated demand for advanced water management solutions (e.g., reuse, water treatment).

Georg Fischer Unlocks Value with Water Focus 

On 4 November 2024, Switzerland-based Georg Fischer announced plans to transform its business through the sale of its Machining Solutions Division to United Grinding Group for approximately US$721.5 million. The company is also evaluating the divestment of its GF Casting Solutions Business. On the whole, the firm is strategically moving away from its more diversified industrial roots to concentrate exclusively on water and flow solutions.

Third-Party O&M for U.S. Drinking Water and Wastewater Utilities: Market Size, Competitive Landscape, and Trends 

Private participation in the U.S. drinking water and wastewater sector is evolving, with third-party operations and maintenance providers playing a growing role. Bluefield Research has tracked over 2,000 O&M contracts since the 1970s, revealing trends in contract sizes, geographic reach, and service innovations. This dataset underscores how leading O&M providers are crucial in supporting utilities and ensuring safe, reliable water services in an increasingly complex environment.