Tag: water treatment

CHENNAI’S WATER SUPPLY TO GET A MAJOR BOOST WITH NEW RING MAIN SYSTEM APPROVAL

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Chief Minister MK Stalin accorded in-principle approval for the much-awaited project of implementation of a Ring Main System (RMS) to strengthen the city’s drinking water supply network. He also approved the initiation of improvement works to the existing sewerage system under the Nesapakkam Treatment Plant catchment. Both projects will be executed by the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) department. The total project cost of installing the RMS within the Greater Chennai Corporation areas, including operation and maintenance for 10 years, is estimated at Rs 3,108.55 crore. The…

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Ecolab Watermark™ 2025 Study Finds Smarter Water Use Key to India’s AI Future

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New research highlights growing consumer awareness of AI’s hidden water footprint & rising expectations for business action. Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (NewsVoir) Ecolab, a global sustainability leader in water solutions and services, announced the India findings from its third annual Ecolab Watermark™ Study, which explores how people perceive water challenges & the role of business in solving them. This year’s research connects water stewardship to one of the region’s fastest-growing industries, artificial intelligence (AI), revealing that while India leads global optimism on the promise of AI, awareness of its hidden water…

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Transforming India’s Water Management: Aecom’s Role in Building Sustainable Water Systems

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Sharad Bhushan, Executive Director, EWE, India, AECOM India’s rapid urbanization and industrialization have created significant pressure on the country’s water resources, making sustainable water management one of the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. From erratic rainfall patterns to rising industrial demands, India faces a complex water management landscape that requires innovative, climate resilient solutions. AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting, has been at the forefront of transforming India’s water management approach by delivering sustainable, technology-driven solutions that meet the needs of both urban and industrial sectors. AECOM’s…

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Safe Water, Smart Monitoring: Strengthening Rural Water Supply Under Jal Jeevan Mission

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Dr Bijal Sanghvi – Managing Director – Axis Solution Limited Delivering drinking water isn’t just about building pipelines, it’s about ensuring sustainability, safety, and trust for every household. As India’s Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) progresses in bringing tap water to rural homes, the focus must now shift from infrastructure creation to ensuring consistent water quality. While urban water systems increasingly adopt Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and cost-recovery models for efficiency, such commercialization is harder in rural areas. Monetization can disrupt traditional community-based water management and risk resource depletion. Hence, sustainability and…

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Zambia farmers showcase climate-smart solutions at Water and Soil Accelerator (WASA) Project Field Day

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[Katete, Zambia | 15 April 2026]: Smallholder farmers in Zambia are demonstrating how improved soil management, better water use, and digital climate information can strengthen agricultural resilience at the Water and Soil Accelerator (WASA) Project Field Day on 15 April 2026 in Katete, hosted by Solidaridad and the International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Held under the theme “Soil, Water and Resilience: Climate-Smart Farming for Thriving Communities”, the event brings together farmers, community leaders, researchers, and policymakers to showcase practical solutions helping farmers adapt to climate change. The field day forms part of the…

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COMPREHENSIVE WATER TREATMENT SOLUTION AT SCHOOL

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Mohammed Naser Azeez, MD, Aquality Intelligent Solutions Clean and safe drinking water is fundamental to the health, development, and academic success of school students. Children are particularly vulnerable to waterborne diseases due to their developing immune systems, and contaminated water can lead to serious illnesses, resulting in frequent absences that disrupt learning and academic progress. Beyond preventing disease, adequate hydration with safe water is essential for cognitive function, even mild dehydration can impair concentration, memory, short-term recall, and overall academic performance.  When students have confidence in their school’s water quality,…

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Cortec® Promotes Injection-Based Alternative for Easier CUI Prevention in O&G Operations

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Global corrosion solutions company invites the oil and gas (O&G) industry to rethink corrosion under insulation (CUI) strategies amid financial and physical barriers to monitoring and inspection.Cortec® Corporation applauds the continued development of advanced monitoring and inspection technologies for preventing CUI and supports their broader adoption across the industry. At the same time, Cortec® recognizes that financial limitations and practical challenges to accessing high-risk insulated surfaces remain significant barriers to preventative maintenance ideals. To help mitigate these obstacles, Cortec® encourages O&G maintenance teams to consider the benefits of two CorroLogic™…

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Decatur Improves Water Quality Testing Efficiency With Dedicated Sampling Stations

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The City of Decatur, Illinois, has solved a persistent challenge facing water utilities: efficiently collecting representative samples from distribution systems while maintaining rigorous water quality standards. Serving approximately 70,500 residents, the utility draws water from Lake Decatur and delivers an average of 19 million gallons per day through 536 miles of water main. Strategic Solution: Hydro-Guard Sampling Stations The City installed 19 Hydro-Guard® Blow-Off Sampling Stations at key nodes in the distribution network, positioned based on an Illinois EPA approved sampling plan. The permanent sampling points eliminated building access coordination,…

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Research: Clean Water Boosts Child Health in Mozambique

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In Mozambique, more than one in three children under five suffer from stunting, or impaired physical growth, a sign of chronic undernutrition. New research from the University of Notre Dame shows that improving access to safe drinking water can reduce the odds of stunting by about 20 percent, making it the most effective Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) intervention for child growth. The study, published in the journal Children, is one of the few studies to use nationally representative data from Mozambique to examine the independent and combined effects of…

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New 60 MLD Swro Plant Will Strengthen Ide’s Footprint in India & Solve for Water Scarcity Challenges in the Region

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K ADIMA, Israel –  IDE Technologies, a leading global provider of water treatment solutions, announced the signing of a contract with the State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited (SIPCOT) for the design, construction, and operation of a new seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant in Tamil Nadu, India. The project, to be executed in partnership with Jindal Water Infrastructure Limited (JWIL) and Vishnusurya Projects and Infra (VPIL), will deliver 60 MLD to Mullakadu, Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu to support local water management and address growing water scarcity challenges.…

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