Editorial Articles

Large utilities often experience a substantial system upheaval about every 20 years. AlexRenew, the wastewater management authority for more than 300,000 people...

As governments worldwide implement stricter emissions regulations and prioritize sustainable practices, municipalities and utility providers face the increasing challenge to electrify their...

Inland Empire Utilities Agency saw an increase in sewer system debris during the COVID pandemic. Residents flushed napkins, wipes, tissues, paper towels and...

It’s June, the start of summer. Ideally, winter treated you well and your utilities are prepared for higher-demand irrigation and tourist seasons. As...

Nebraska was ranked the second fastest-growing Midwest state and 17th in the nation in 2024, surpassing more than 2 million people for...

To prepare for future water needs, diversify their water portfolios and boost both water and infrastructure resiliency, the Tualatin Valley Water District...

The British Columbia city of Merritt lies about three hours northeast of Vancouver and sits in a valley at the confluence of...

PEOPLE/AWARDS The Missouri Department of Economic Development awarded more than $25 million to 52 statewide projects through its Community Development Block Grant program....

Vortex launches new division to address water infrastructure Vortex Companies has launched Vortex Water, a new division dedicated to transforming the renewal of aging...

Horizontal directional drilling was once limited to installing small utility lines with minimal disruptions. The practice has now become the dominant method...

Hermann Sewerin GmbH SeCorrPhon AC 200 leak detector Hermann Sewerin GmbH has developed the SeCorrPhon AC 200 for professional water leak detection. It combines...

Hydrants Mueller Water Products Super Centurion A-403Designed to be installed and maintained by one person, the Super Centurion A-403 fire hydrant from Mueller...

Manhole risers help raise valve boxes to grade Problem: Newport News, with a population of about 183,000, is Virginia’s fifth most populous city. The...

In February, NASSCO launched its third certification program: Building Sewer and Drain Inspection. Based heavily on PACP standards, BSDI is similar to PACP,...

Crystalline silica is a common mineral found in the earth’s crust. Materials like sand, stone, concrete and mortar contain crystalline silica. It...

For many water agencies, the resources needed for implementing critical infrastructure projects far exceed the capabilities of local revenue alone. Grants and...

Johnson County Wastewater created a video campaign to raise its public profile and boost awareness of its workplace environment. The three-video series highlights...

It’s hard to quantify the value of water. You can price it by the gallon, but it’s a little more difficult to...

Nebraska officials are moving ahead on a roughly $628 million canal/reservoir project that will finally enable the state to fully claim its...