SUPREME COURT RETURNS RIVER POLLUTION MONITORING TO NGT

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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EP BIOCOMPOSITES LIMITED PARTNERS WITH IISC BENGALURU FOR ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT SOLUTIONS

Biocomposites

E P Biocomposites Limited has signed a technical consultancy agreement with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to strengthen its capabilities in advanced wastewater treatment solutions.  The collaboration focuses on technical consultancy, design review, & expert inputs for non-biological wastewater treatment systems, enabling the company to offer unique non-biological treatment solutions for wastewater Recycling. Partnership Overview  The agreement establishes a framework for technical collaboration focused on advanced wastewater treatment technologies. IISc will provide technical consultancy & expert advisory support for system design & process optimisation, enabling EP Biocomposites to…

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EP BIOCOMPOSITES LIMITED PARTNERS WITH IISC BENGALURU FOR ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT SOLUTIONS

Wastewater

E P Biocomposites Limited has signed a technical consultancy agreement with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to strengthen its capabilities in advanced wastewater treatment solutions. The collaboration focuses on technical consultancy, design review, & expert inputs for non-biological wastewater treatment systems, enabling the company to offer unique non-biological treatment solutions for wastewater recycling.  Partnership Overview  The agreement establishes a framework for technical collaboration focused on advanced wastewater treatment technologies. IISc will provide technical consultancy & expert advisory support for system design & process optimisation, enabling EP Biocomposites to…

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RE-ENGINEERING MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT: AN INSIGHT INTO THE TRANSFORMATION OF NANOBUBBLE TECHNOLOGY IN PRIMARY, SECONDARY & TERTIARY PROCESSES

Wastewater

Amit Kapur, Founder, Chairman & MD of NICO Nanobubble India Co. From Compliance to Competitive Advantage in Wastewater Treatment  Municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants are no longer judged solely on discharge compliance. Today’s benchmarks extend to energy efficiency, footprint reduction, chemical minimisation, carbon intensity, reuse readiness, and resilience under fluctuating loads. Conventional process trains while proven are increasingly strained by tightening norms, rising power tariffs, land constraints, and sustainability mandates.  This is precisely where NICO Nanobubbles position itself not as a disruptive replacement, but as a high-impact process intensifier…

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Nijhuis Saur Industries and Vortech Water Solutions announce strategic partnership for new generation aeration system

Münich, May 6 – Vortech and Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI), part of the Saur Group, today announced a European‑wide distribution agreement to make Vortech’s Vortex Powered Aeration (VPA™) technology available to industrial Dairy and Pulp & Paper wastewater treatment customers across Europe.  This partnership brings together NSI’s extensive wastewater treatment process knowledge and project delivery experience with Vortech’s patented VPA™ system, which uses cyclonic flow to bring water to air in a fundamentally different way, improving aeration and mixing performance. At a time when the water industry faces stricter discharge…

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Alfa Laval to drive water transition dialogue at Global Water Summit 2026 in Madrid

As global temperatures rise and only 7% of water is reused in Europe, the world faces a critical water security challenge. With half of all wastewater still untreated and 90% of the Sustainable Development Goals dependent on water, the need for resilient, circular, and digitally enabled solutions has never been greater. At the Global Water Summit 2026 in Madrid, Alfa Laval is part of the conversation driving innovation, collaboration, and action to accelerate the water transition and empower industries to build operational resilience for a changing planet. Water reuse through…

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EverythingAboutWater: India’s Trusted Knowledge & Marketing Platform for the Water and Wastewater Industry

In an era where water scarcity, wastewater treatment, and sustainable infrastructure are among the world’s most pressing challenges, access to the right knowledge and industry connections is critical. EverythingAboutWater (EAW) stands as India’s leading knowledge and marketing solutions platform dedicated exclusively to the water and wastewater sector. With over 26 years of industry legacy, EverythingAboutWater has become a trusted ecosystem connecting policy makers, engineers, technology providers, utilities, consultants, and industry leaders across the water value chain. A Single Platform for Knowledge, Business amp; Innovation EverythingAboutWater goes beyond being just an…

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The Power of Microbes: How Innovative Microbial Formulations Can Enhance Ultrafiltration Membrane Longevity

By Sanjay Bahl, CEO, SUPERWELD ECOSOLUTIONS From the past few years, the significance of ultrafiltration membrane technology in wastewater treatment has grown a lot. It is universal and is able to produce high-quality treated water, making it a key component in modern wastewater treatment processes. However, due to various factors there are concerns that must be taken into consideration before incorporating it into the wastewater treatment. In this article, we will explore the importance of UF membrane technology, address the cost concerns, and introduce innovative solutions to enhance the longevity…

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First Large-scale Pilot Demonstration of Novel Nano-selective Forward Osmosis Technology for Improved Resource Recovery From Zero Liquid Discharge (Zld) Processes and Optimized Industrial Processes

By Shreyansh Shah, Director, at LEXCRU Water Tech Pvt. Ltd Sanalkumar, Associate Vice President, at LEXCRU Water Tech Pvt. LtdZuo Jian, Co-founder, at SideStroem Water Technologies Pte. Ltd The growing need for ZLD Access to clean water is no longer a certainty—it’s an emerging fault line of global stability. In 2024, São Paulo narrowly avoided a second major “Day Zero” as drought once again pushed its reservoirs to historic lows. Kenya is facing its worst water crisis in 40 years, affecting millions with a lack of clean water and food while…

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THE FUTURE OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT: EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND REAL-WORLD IMPACT (WITH AN INDIA PERSPECTIVE)

By Sharad Bhushan Executive Director, EWE, India, AECOM Wastewater management is undergoing a profound transformation evolving from a narrow “end-of-pipe” compliance exercise into a cornerstone of the circular economy. The sector is no longer about mere disposal but about value recovery: reclaiming water, nutrients, and energy while reducing emissions, protecting public health, and strengthening the resilience of urban and industrial systems. This article brings together the latest technological trends, practical innovations, and real-world applications including AECOM’s impactful work in India to present a holistic view of where wastewater innovation is…

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