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Trends Defining Water Innovation in 2025 and What They Mean for the Global Water Agenda in 2026

Mar 11, 2026Mar 11, 2026 eawater

2025 is defined by economic friction and technological acceleration, as trade tariffs, geopolitical volatility and an AI boom reshape global industries. Amid these shifts, water innovation moved from the periphery to the mainstream of climate and sustainability discussions. New water-focused venture funds signal rising investor confidence. Yet traditional water-infrastructure financing continues to lag. The OECD and World Bank estimate global needs will reach $6.7 trillion by 2030 and could rise to $22 trillion by 2050, far exceeding current public funding commitments. Water is now central to business strategy, regulatory action…

Operational Efficiencies Created With Smart Water Technologies

Jan 17, 2024Jan 17, 2024 eawater

As water utilities across the country, operationally minded teams focus on how to best deliver water to customers in a cost-effective manner. Components contributing to operational efficiency inside a water utility include resource utilization, supply chain management, billing processes, customer service, and employee safety. All of these components work together in balance to support seamless operations. Operationally Demanding and Resource Intensive Providing water utility services isn’t a simple process. It has long been a time- and labour-intensive endeavor. Unlike the Telecom sector or Power Utility sector, the water segment in…