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Europe Water Policy Review: Key Developments and Market Outlook, H2 2024 

The EU overhauled the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive—Directive (EU) 2024/3019—for the first time in 30 years. Originally adopted in 1991, the directive has significantly improved water quality across the EU. However, it required a revision to address new urban pollution sources and support the EU’s climate goals. The revised UWWTD faces major implementation challenges, particularly compliance gaps and industry opposition.

Calgon Carbon Lands Expansive Deal with American Water 

On 15 January 2025, American Water Works Company announced a nine-year exclusive supply contract with Calgon Carbon Corporation. Under this agreement, Calgon will provide American Water with granular activated carbon, equipment, and reactivation services through 2033 for the remediation and treatment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water.

Report: U.S. Water, Sewer Bills Have Increased 24% in Five Years 

Badger Meter Uncovers Wastewater Growth 

On 31 January 2025, Wisconsin-based Badger Meter announced the US$185 million acquisition of SmartCover Systems, a provider of real-time monitoring solutions for wastewater collection systems.

Will Spanish Engineering Firms Reshape the Global Water Landscape? 

Spanish engineering firms have played a significant role in the global water sector, leading major desalination and water treatment projects across Latin America, the Middle East, and beyond. But rece...

Mapping the Global Digital Water Vendor Landscape: 2025 Update 

As utilities and industries face challenges such as aging infrastructure, growing operational costs, demographic shifts, and climate change change, they are seeking innovative solutions to manage current issues and prepare their systems for the future.

DuPont Retains Water, Seeks New Growth 

On 15 January 2025, Delaware-based DuPont de Nemours, Inc. announced a major strategic shift, opting to retain its Water business unit under the DuPont brand while accelerating the spin-off of its Electronics segment. This move reverses the company’s May 2024 course to split into three publicly traded entities—i.e., New DuPont, Electronics, and Water. 

U.S. Water and Sewer Bill Has Increased 24% in Five Years, Raising Affordability Concerns 

4 February 2025, Boston, Massachusetts: The combined water and sewer bill for a typical U.S. household has increased by 4.6% from 2023 to 2024, according to Bluefield Research, a leading provider...

Navigating the U.S. Water Crisis with Automation 

Water Conflict with Dr. Frank Galgano and Dr. David Stuckenberg 

Two experts on water conflict, Dr. Frank Galgano and Dr. David Stuckenberg, discuss the basics of water-related disputes, provide historical examples of water playing a role in armed conflict, and add...