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THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT THAT TURNS WASTE INTO ELECTRIC ENERGY

¨THE KUBRATOVO WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT; COLLECTS THE CITY’S WASTEWATER, CARRIES OUT THE TREATMENT PROCESS, AND TRANSFORMS THE PRODUCED BIOGAS INTO ENERGY.”¨ Many countries believe that the energy required to pump and carry out the water treatment process accounts for 5% of greenhouse gas emissions, a figure that is on par with the aviation industry. The […]

Last year’s wet winter gave California Central Valley groundwater levels a major boost

California’s groundwater reservoirs got a major boost during last year’s record wet season, offering a glimmer of hope for the depleted underground aquifer’s that remain in a long-term deficit. The 2023 water year, which was marked by above average rainfall and a concerted effort to recharge reservoirs, led to the addition of at least 4.1 […]

Bath University students create portable water quality monitor

A group of students have created a portable water quality monitor that they hope will increase access to clean water around the world. The On-site Aquatic Safety Inspection System (OASIS) uses sensors to quickly detect contamination. The University of Bath team said it is “designed to benefit and empower isolated communities”. Team leader Alexz Farrall […]

UB researchers study if freshwater mussels can clean Niagara River

The Niagara River is a powerful force in Western New York, helping to supply electricity to areas throughout the entire state — and the fate of its water quality relies heavily on fish and their unassuming counterpart, freshwater mussels. The Niagara River is considered an Area of Concern by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as it has […]

The governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in water and wastewater infrastructure projects

Three new water and wastewater projects in the region will provide cleaner and more reliable municipal services thanks to an investment of more than $10 million from the governments of Canada and British Columbia, and the municipalities of Burns Lake, Fraser Lake, and the District of Mackenzie. These projects were announced today by Minister Sean Fraser, Minister […]