Tag: SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT

UK GOVERNMENT UNVEILS BIGGEST OVERHAUL OF WATER SECTOR IN A GENERATION

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A new once-in-a-generation plan to overhaul the water system has been unveiled today (Tuesday 20 January) by the UK government, with the publication of the much anticipated Water White Paper. The policy paper, ‘A new vision for water’ sets out clear powers for the new regulator, delivering tougher oversight and stronger accountability for water companies. For the first time in two decades, a Chief Engineer will sit inside the new single water regulator to bring back hands-on checks of water infrastructure, which the government says will end the days of…

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Toray to Launch Lower-Biofouling Ultrafiltration  Membrane Module with One of the Industry’s Smallest  Nominal Pore Sizes*, at Just 0.005 micrometers

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Tokyo, Japan, April 27, 2026 – Toray Industries, Inc., announced today thatit plans to launch the F-HFUG Series ultrafiltration (UF) membrane module in May this year for wastewater  reuse. It has completed mass production technology and product reliability evaluations for  the new offering, whose helps improve lower-biofouling performance of reverse osmosis  (RO) membrane and stabilizes long-term operations. This module is based on a high removal UF membrane that the company unveiled in February 2025.   Nations everywhere are tightening wastewater regulations as water demand rises. Regions  with limited resources position reusing…

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

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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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Hidroing Develops Smart Water Solutions for 144-year-old Water Supply Network in Zagreb, Croatia

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Sandra DiMatteo, Marketing Director, Bentley Systems Modernizing One of the World’s Oldest Water Supply Systems Originally constructed in 1878, the 144-year-old Zagreb water supply system is one of the oldest functioning water networks in the world. At that time, the capacity of the constructed system was 53.2 liters per second via a 4-kilometer-long pipeline that provides water to 11,150 of the 30,000 inhabitants in Zagreb, the capital and largest city of Croatia. ViO Zagreb has been responsible for the city’s public water supply since its inception, including construction and rehabilitation…

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

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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 Digital Transformation of Water Must Have the Right Technology, Strategy and Team to Organise It

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With a firm commitment to advancing the protection of water resources, Seville (Spain) hosted WEX Global, the leading international forum in the water, energy, and climate change sectors, held from February 9 to 11, 2026. Under the theme “Water, Energy and Climate Change: From Vision to Action – Towards a Water-Abundant World,” the congress, celebrating its 20th edition, brought together more than 270 participants from over 45 countries. The program featured panel discussions, technical site visits, networking meetings, a gala dinner, and a showcase of the World Water Film Festival.…

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OVER 80 INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS SET TO ADDRESS CRITICAL WATER, ENERGY, AND CLIMATE CHALLENGES AT WEX GLOBAL 2026

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This year, the 20th Water and Energy Exchange (WEX) Global will be focusing on four key topics: sustainable water stewardship; AI and digital transformation in the water cycle; collaboration and sustainable development, and innovation and the circular economy. January 27, 2026. Seville (Spain) will be hosting the 20th WEX Global from February 9 to 11. The event, entitled “Water, Energy and Climate Change: from Vision to Action – Realising a World of Water Abundance,” is set to bring together over 80 leading experts from more than 40 countries to discuss…

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Beyond Storage: How Water Tanks Can Improve Public Health and Ensure Hygiene

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Today, India bears a significant national health burden due to waterborne illnesses. Water contamination and poor water storage is a direct public health concern. Contaminated water is a primary cause of waterborne diseases like cholera, typhoid, and dysentery, which affect large sections of the population each year. Diarrhoea is the third most common cause of childhood mortality in India, claiming nearly 13% of lives in children under five years of age. Basic sanitation & hygiene and clean drinking water are fundamental to human development, health and well-being and absence of…

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North Tripura Dm Launches Historic Water Conservation Drive, 50,000 Soak Pits in 2 Days Under ‘uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra’

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Uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra

In a groundbreaking step towards sustainable water management, the District Magistrate of North Tripura, Chandni Chandran, has announced a first-of its-kind initiative in the state, ‘Uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra’, aimed at constructing 50,000 soak pits within just two days. The ambitious mission, scheduled for November 3 and 4, 2025, marks a major milestone in Tripura’s journey toward water conservation and environmental sustainability. Taking to her official Facebook page, District Magistrate Chandni Chandran wrote: “Uttar Jal Sanchay Yatra – Let’s Save Every Drop! The District Administration, North Tripura is set to…

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With `2.08 Lakh Crore Central Outlay, Delivering Tap Water to Over 15.72 Crore Rural Households

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Jal Jeevan Mission

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), spearheaded by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, is revolutionizing rural India by extending functional household tap connections (FHTCs) and promoting sustainable management of water resources. Encompassing the creation of in-village piped water infrastructure, augmentation of reliable drinking water sources, and establishment of bulk transfer systems and treatment plants, the Mission simultaneously integrates technological interventions for quality enhancement, grey water management, community capacity building, and contingency measures to address unforeseen disruptions. A major stride in digital governance has…

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