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Bacteria shows promise in breaking down toxic ‘forever chemicals’

Leading the fight against PFAS is chemistry professor Diana Aga and her team at the University at Buffalo, who are harnessing bacteria that can degrade these so-called “forever chemicals.”

Microplastics still slipping through: New study finds gaps in wastewater treatment tech

The combination of persistence and potential toxicity makes microplastics a growing concern for utility operators and regulators alike.

Electrical enclosure best practices for wastewater treatment facilities

Electrical enclosures—often an afterthought—are absolutely critical in keeping pumps, control panels, and monitoring systems safe.

Sludge costs are wrecking wastewater budgets. Here’s how MBR can help

Facilities using MBRs are cutting sludge-related costs by about half—and significantly improving long-term financial stability.

From pilot to pioneering: Inside El Paso’s plan to turn wastewater into drinking water

The El Paso Pure Water Center will come online in 2028, delivering 10 MGD of purified water to city residents.

el paso pure water center

xAI partners with CERAFILTEC to build world’s largest ceramic MBR for AI data center cooling

With data centers facing rising scrutiny over water consumption, xAI’s approach reduces strain on the Memphis Sands Aquifer.

6 wastewater facility cybersecurity tips from Robert Siciliano

Water and wastewater facilities are increasingly vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks from a wide range of criminal actors.

The portable restroom industry is booming. Here’s what you need to know

The global portable toilet market was valued at $16.79 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow to $29.66 billion by 2030.

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New dialysis-inspired technology offers cost-effective wastewater treatment for industries

A new wastewater treatment method offers industries a sustainable solution for treating high-salinity wastewater.

Menachem Elimelech and Yuanmiaoliang “Selina” Chen

How to prepare for high flow rates in MBR wastewater systems

This rapid influx of wastewater flow presents several challenges and potential repercussions for treatment systems, primarily due to hydraulic overload and reduced treatment efficacy.

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CREW Carbon raises $5.3 million to transform wastewater plants into carbon removal hubs

The new funding will fuel CREW's growth, allowing it to deploy systems in additional wastewater facilities.

New study combines woodchip bioreactors and designer biochar to tackle nutrients and pharmaceuticals in wastewater

PPCPs, even at low concentrations, pose significant risks to water quality, ecosystems, and public health due to their potential to disrupt biological processes and promote antibiotic resistance.

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