Author: eawater

HOW SOUTH WEST WATER’S NEW PROJECT LOOKS TO TACKLE HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOMS & THE GROWING THREAT THEY POSE

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Water

Lurking in our lakes, reservoirs & rivers is a growing threat that is beginning to surface harmful algal blooms (HABs). Naturally occurring, HABs form when algae grow rapidly in warm nutrient-rich waters.  Nutrients can come from the natural environment, the atmosphere and from slurries and fertilisers, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, which are applied to farmland. If this then runs off into waterways it provides these blooms with a feast to grow on.  Sometimes these blooms are harmless but many types of algae can turn toxic and grow which can…

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Farm Fresh selects NX Filtration microfiltration membranes for premium tea beverage production in Malaysia

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Hengelo, the Netherlands – 8 July 2026, Farm Fresh, one of Malaysia’s leading dairy and tea beverage producers, has  selected NX Filtration’s hollow fiber microfiltration (MF) membranes for its new  premium tea beverage production line. The installation was delivered by OEM  partner Suzhou Mopu Environment, integrating NX Filtration’s advanced membrane  technology into its T-CLEAR tea clarification system.  As consumer demand continues to shift towards premium, natural beverages,  manufacturers are increasingly looking for filtration technologies that combine  exceptional product quality with efficient and reliable production. NX Filtration’s hollow  fiber membranes provide…

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EPA ANNOUNCES FUNDING OF €6.5M FOR NEW RESEARCH TO ADDRESS CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY NEEDS 

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Ireland’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced new funding for environmental and climate research in Ireland, with funding of €6.5 million awarded for 24 new research projects. These innovative projects will support the development of vital research capacity and expertise in strategically important areas. Research plays a critical role in informing robust policy and decision-making as set out in Ireland’s Research and Innovation Strategy, Impact 2030. The outcomes of the EPA Research Call 2025 will contribute to the evidence base for environmental policy in Ireland, strengthen connections between the research…

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SUPREME COURT RETURNS RIVER POLLUTION MONITORING TO NGT

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River

On February 24, the Supreme Court of India closed its suo motu proceedings regarding river pollution, handing the responsibility of continuous monitoring back to the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Chief Justice Surya Kant noted that specialized environmental courts are better positioned to handle the technical complexities of sewage treatment and industrial discharge. The court stated that the right to clean water is a fundamental right, but oversight must be technically rigorous.  This procedural shift is expected to accelerate the enforcement of pollution norms. The NGT will now have the primary…

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Membrane Group and Kurita Establish JV for Advanced Semiconductor Water Treatment Solutions

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2026, 30 June, 2026: Membrane Group India Private Limited (“Membrane Group”), one of India’s leading providers of advanced process water and wastewater treatment solutions, has announced the establishment of Kurita Membrane India Private Limited, a joint venture with Japan-based Kurita Water Industries Ltd. (“Kurita”), a global leader in water treatment technologies and solutions. With a significant capital commitment from both companies, the new venture aims to emerge as the trusted water treatment solutions partner for the rapidly growing semiconductor and advanced electronics manufacturing sectors in India with its advanced water and wastewater…

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UNVEILS DIGITAL TOOL TO BETTER MANAGE IRRIGATION AND DAM WATER

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Kenya

The Ministry of Water & Irrigation is rolling out a Water Availability and Demand (WAD) tool dashboard to guide decisions on how the country allocates & stores its increasingly scarce water resources.  Irrigation Principal Secretary Ephantus Kimani said the digital dashboard will consolidate data on rainfall, groundwater levels, crop water needs, and irrigation demand to show where water exists, where it is lacking, and where storage infrastructure, such as dams, could have the biggest impact.  “As we abstract water, we must do it sustainably. This tool will show both availability…

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PM MODI LAUNCHES MASSIVE WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN RAJASTHAN

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On February 28, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Ajmer, Rajasthan, to inaugurate & lay the foundation stones for development projects worth over ₹16,680 crore. A significant portion of this outlay is dedicated to strengthening drinking water supply and irrigation systems across the state. These projects are designed to tackle the perennial water scarcity in Rajasthan by expanding the pipeline network and creating sustainable surface water sources.  The Prime Minister emphasized that these interventions are part of a broader “Indian Century” vision, where reliable utility services form the backbone of industrial…

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DDA TO MONITOR SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANTS FOR PARKS IN REAL TIME

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Jal Jeevan Mission

In a significant step towards strengthening service delivery and community ownership under the Jal Jeevan Mission, the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, today e- launched Jal Seva Aankalan, a Gram Panchayat-led digital drinking water service functionality assessment tool on the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) portal. The initiative marks a decisive shift from infrastructure creation to sustained service delivery, placing Gram Panchayats and village institutions at the centre of assessing the regularity, adequacy, quality and sustainability of drinking water supply in Har Ghar Jal (HGJ)…

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WORLD BANK APPROVES RS. 5,700 CRORE ASSISTANCE FOR ‘JAL SANRAKSHIT HARYANA.’

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The World Bank has approved technical and financial assistance of ₹25,700 crore under the ‘Jal Sanrakshit Haryana Project’, intending to make the state self-reliant in the water sector.  Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who was chairing a meeting of officials on the Jal Sanrakshit Haryana programme, said the funds will be disbursed in a phased manner over 2026 to 2032. The funds will be utilised for large-scale works in the canal sector. According to an official statement, Saini said that out of a total of 1,570 canals in the state,…

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XYLEM VUE: THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF WATER IN EUROPE WILL PAVE THE WAY FOR A PROACTIVE MODEL TO ADDRESS NEW CHALLENGES IN AN UNCERTAIN AND COMPLEX ENVIRONMENT

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Smart water meters are becoming strategic assets, highlighting the value of data as a tool for better decision-making, smoother operations and more efficient management of water resources June 22, 2026. In May, Brussels launched a public consultation inviting various water sector stakeholders to work together to promote digital transformation in the industry at different levels, focusing on key aspects such as the roll-out of smart meters and sensors to improve water management across the EU. Digital transformation is rapidly moving from aspiration to reality. Last year, the European Investment Bank…

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