Water Sustainability Blog
News on the world's most precious resource, including the latest in research, trends, and treatment advances
Use of Waste-to-Energy Sludge Growing in Europe
Anaerobic sludge from digesters is rich in nutrients. What was treated as waste is now being used as fertilizer in line with EU circular economy goals.
Removal of Fat, Oil, and Grease from Wastewater
Fats in wastewater may be hard to treat, but on-site DAF and waste-to-energy systems can help you comply with discharge standards and harvest energy.
New Report Cites Costs of Not Addressing Water Risks Promptly
A new report has found that in industry, the potential cost of water risks is often very high compared to the cost of mitigating the problems. Learn more.
The Challenge of Removing Nitrogen From Wastewater
There are many legacy and experimental processes for removing nitrogen from wastewater. Learn how MABR technology is making the process more energy efficient.
Why the Value of Water Reuse Is Often Underestimated
Cost-benefit analyses of water reuse tend to focus on internal costs, also tend to ignore the value of beneficial external impacts
Controlling Odor and Algae With Aeration
Whether in wastewater treatment or in bodies of water, aeration can keep algae and odors down by nurturing beneficial bacteria and disrupting anoxic layers.