Noticias sobre Americas
New York sets national benchmark with cybersecurity rules for water utilities
New York State has introduced what officials describe as the first regulations of their kind in the United States, establishing mandatory cybersecurity standards for drinking water and wastewater systems alongside a dedicated funding programme to support compliance.
BKF acquires Lotus Water to strengthen water resources and climate resilience capabilities
Engineering and consulting firm BKF Engineers has announced the acquisition of Lotus Water, a specialized engineering consultancy focused on water resources and climate resilience.
Sabesp to increase stake in EMAE through fund acquisition
Brazilian water and sanitation company Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo (Sabesp) has agreed to acquire an investment fund that holds shares in Empresa Metropolitana de Águas e Energia (EMAE), increasing its stake in the energy company.
U.S. Bureau of Reclamation launches “Crack the Case” challenge to improve embankment dam safety
The Bureau of Reclamation has launched a new prize competition aimed at improving the detection of hidden structural risks in embankment dams.
DROUGHT Act seeks to boost federal support for water infrastructure in Western U.S
Representative Scott Peters (D-Calif.-50) has introduced the Drought Relief Obtained Using Government Help Today (DROUGHT) Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing the ongoing water crisis in the Western United States, particularly in regions impacted by severe drought conditions.
IDB approves $130 million loan to improve river access for communities in the Peruvian Amazon
The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $130 million loan to improve river access for riverside communities in the Peruvian Amazon.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines announces US$50 million initiative to strengthen water security
The Prime Minister of St.
Study warns data centers may require billions for water infrastructure upgrades
A research team from the University of California, Riverside, in collaboration with scientists at the California Institute of Technology, has found that the rapid expansion of data processing centers may create large spikes in water demand that many local water systems cannot currently supply.
Study reveals underreported greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater systems
Princeton University researchers report that many countries are undercounting emissions of gases from wastewater treatment plants, including methane and nitrous oxide, by amounts ranging from 19% to 27%.
GS Inima Brazil expands operations with new water infrastructure project in Barrinha, São Paulo
GS Inima Brazil has officially begun operations at Barrinha Saneamiento in the municipality of Barrinha, located in São Paulo's Ribeirão Preto region.
$668 million settlement agreement advances cleanup of Seattle’s Lower Duwamish Waterway
U.S.
EPA launches RealWaterTA initiative to reinforce technical support for U.S. water systems
The U.S.
Aqua Pennsylvania completes acquisition of Greenville Municipal Water Authority
Essential Utilities has announced that its subsidiary Aqua Pennsylvania has completed the acquisition of the Greenville Municipal Water Authority in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, for $18 million.
Aganova to deploy advanced inline leak detection technology in Wilmette, Illinois
Aganova will inspect 9,500 feet of 24-inch cast iron water main in Wilmette, Illinois, using its patented Nautilus inline acoustic technology under live-flow conditions.
Brazil advances plans for sanitation concession covering municipalities in Minas Gerais
Brazil’s federal government and the state of Minas Gerais have begun preparations for a sanitation concession that could include around 200 municipalities in the Rio Doce Valley, a region in southeastern Brazil that was heavily affected by the 2015 Samarco mining dam disaster.
$33 million expansion of Horsethief Canyon Water Reclamation Facility completed in California
A $33 million expansion of the Horsethief Canyon Water Reclamation Facility in Temescal Valley, California, has been completed, marking a milestone for regional wastewater infrastructure and public-private collaboration.
Toronto to replace 470,000 water meter transmission units after early failures
The City of Toronto will begin a CAD 103 million (more than USD 75 million) programme in April 2026 to replace all 470,000 water meter transmission units (MTUs), accelerating a city-wide renewal effort following widespread premature device failures.
Tampa Bay Water launches $181 million Regional Surface Water Treatment Plant expansion
Tampa Bay Water has officially begun construction on a major expansion of its Tampa Bay Regional Surface Water Treatment Plant, marking a $181 million investment aimed at reinforcing long-term drinking water security for Florida’s west-central Gulf Coast.
Irrigation spending to top US$84 billion as U.S. agriculture confronts water scarcity
U.S.
Ecolab names Darrell Brown as Co-COO, Global Markets and Greg Cook as Co-COO, Global Businesses
Ecolab Inc.