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Canada tables First Nations Clean Water Act with $4.6 billion funding pledge

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On June 16, 2026, Canada’s federal government introduced Bill C-37, the proposed First Nations Clean Water Act, marking the Carney government’s first legislative attempt on the issue and the third overall by the Liberal party, which had previously introduced similar bills in 2020 and 2023, neither of which became law.  Tabled by Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty, the bill aims to close a long-standing regulatory gap: unlike other communities across Canada, First Nations have never had legally enforceable protections for safe drinking water. Alongside the legislation, the government announced a…

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Water-Based Coating System Delayed Air Supply Unit Replacement 10 Years, Saving Estimated Millions

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With new industrial air handling units now costing upwards of $100,000, manufacturing plants are looking for ways to delay major capital equipment purchases. Cortec® has released new field data showing how targeted water-based coating systems can stop active corrosion and keep existing air supply units running for an additional 10 years at a fraction of replacement costs. Corrosion Control in Paint Shop Air Supply Systems A prime example of coatings vs. replacement done right is the case of an automaker with more than 100 rooftop air intake units for compressed…

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From infrastructure to intelligent irrigation: a new approach to water management in Spain

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Spain’s irrigation sector has undergone significant transformation through investments in modern infrastructure, including pumping stations and pressurised distribution networks. However, infrastructure alone does not guarantee efficiency. A new challenge is emerging: ensuring water is applied in the right place, at the right time, and in the right quantity.  Traditionally, irrigation decisions have relied on experience and established practices. While effective to a degree, this approach can lead to inefficiencies, particularly in a context of increasing water scarcity, rising energy costs, and growing environmental pressure. New technologies are enabling a shift…

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IDB approves $150 million programme to enhance water security and sanitation in Mendoza, Argentina

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The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $150 million financing package to support improvements in water security, drinking water and sanitation services, and agricultural productivity in the Argentine province of Mendoza. The initiative is expected to benefit more than 1.6 million people through both direct and indirect impacts.  The programme aims to increase the availability and quality of water resources by upgrading wastewater treatment infrastructure and reinforcing water resource management systems, which play a key role in Mendoza’s economy.  “This operation will help strengthen the province’s water infrastructure, improve…

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Egypt and Coca-Cola explore renewable energy-powered water reuse project

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A climate risk report by First Street finds that 54 percent of global data center capacity operates under heat or drought stress, with 79 percent exposed to elevated flood, wind, or wildfire risk. Despite massive capital flows ($61 billion in 2025 alone) and projections of $6.7 trillion investment through 2030, physical climate risk is systematically overlooked in site selection and asset valuation.  The 18th First Street Risk Assessment evaluated 97 investible data center markets across chronic stressors (extreme heat, water scarcity) and acute hazards (flooding, wind, wildfire). Regional exposure varies…

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WELTEC BIOPOWER builds biomethane plant in Spain

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Green energy for 11,700 households  Together with environmental services provider PreZero and Enagás Renovable, WELTEC BIOPOWER began  construction of a biomethane plant north of Madrid in August 2026. Once operational, the plant in Colmenar  Viejo will generate up to 60 gigawatt-hours of green energy annually, equivalent to the energy requirements  of approximately 11,700 households or 30,000 residents.  The project has received all the urban planning and environmental permits required for construction. In addition  to planning approval and the construction licence granted by the municipality of Colmenar Viejo, the plant  has…

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Bionetix® Launches ENVIA ESSENTIAL™ Enzyme Concentrate for Hard-Water Drain Maintenance

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Bionetix® has introduced ENVIA ESSENTIAL™, a ready-to-use enzymatic concentrate designed to help food service, food processing, and waste processing facilities manage organic buildup in hard-water drain and disposal systems. The three-enzyme formula targets the breakdown of fats, proteins, and starch residues, which contribute to the formation and stabilization of hard-water deposits, helping loosen accumulated buildup during routine drain or grease trap maintenance. David S. Llano, Product Manager at Bionetix® International, explained, “ENVIA ESSENTIAL™ was developed to address one of the most persistent maintenance challenges in commercial drainage systems: the interaction…

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NASA advances wastewater recycling system for future Moon and Mars habitats

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NASA has begun testing a mobile wastewater treatment facility designed to support long-term human habitation on the Moon and Mars. The system, developed at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, has been transferred to the University of North Dakota, where it will be evaluated in a habitat that simulates the conditions of future extraterrestrial missions.  The Divergent Deployable Wastewater Treatment Facility is intended to transform wastewater generated by crew members into reusable resources, helping reduce dependence on supplies transported from Earth. At the University of North Dakota, the technology has…

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How to Secure Your Water Future as Concerns Escalate

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The reliance of city residents on water tankers has increased alarmingly in recent years due to poor water supply infrastructure, unchecked concretisation and loss of green cover. With expanding civic boundaries and rapidly increasing population, the quantum of water supplied to cities has been falling short. Experts recommend that residential & commercial complexes invest in rainwater harvesting (RWH) systems.  Lunkad Greenland-2 in Vimannagar was one of the first societies to install RWH in 2003. The society needed three tankers daily at Rs. 25,000 per month before installation. After spending Rs.…

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Water Positive India Forum 2026 Calls for a New Approach to India’s Water Future

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Mumbai, 8 September 2026 India’s water challenge is no longer a problem that can be left to the environmental agenda alone. It is becoming a question of economic growth, business continuity, industrial resilience, community well-being and India’s ability to achieve its long-term development ambitions. That was the strong message emerging from the Water Positive India Forum 2026, held on 8 September at The Leela, Mumbai. Convened by Aqua Positive in partnership with Murugappa Water Technology and Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (MWTS), the Forum brought together leaders from industry, government, technology, finance, water…

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