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Global sea ice cover reaches an all-time minimum as streak of record temperatures continues
The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), implemented by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts on behalf of the European Commission with funding from the EU, routinely publishes monthly climate bulletins reporting on the changes observed in global surface air and sea temperatures, sea ice cover and hydrological variables.

Parasitic organism offers organic treatment for wastewater foaming
La Trobe University researchers have been studying the novel bacterium Mycosynbacter amalyticus — dubbed "microbial dark matter" by scientists —after discovering it has the power to disrupt other bacteria.

Innovative constructed wetland system enhances aquaculture wastewater treatment
Aquaculture wastewater, rich in organic matter, nitrogen an phosphorus, poses a significant environmental threat when discharged untreated, leading to eutrophication and water quality degradation.

ACCIONA ends 2024 with €19.19B in revenue with a key role in the water sector
ACCIONA closed 2024 with record revenues of €19.19 billion, reflecting solid growth in all business areas.

Contamination detection tool merges synthetic biology & nanotech for ultrasensitive water testing
A platform developed nearly 20 years ago previously used to detect protein interactions with DNA and conduct accurate COVID-19 testing has been repurposed to create a highly sensitive water contamination detection tool.

New guidance from WHO on wastewater and environmental surveillance
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched new guidance and pathogen-specific summaries for Wastewater and Environmental Surveillance (WES).

Energy Recovery appoints new CTO and VP to drive innovation
Energy Recovery announced the appointment of a new Chief Technology Officer and Vice President, Wastewater.

New membrane filter enhances desalination speed and cost-effectiveness
When you drink a nice refreshing glass of water, do you ever think, "Gee, I'm glad that polymeric desalination membrane did its job!"

Cities urgently seek $28B for water management amid rising climate investment needs
As cities take a leading role in climate action, new data from CDP – the world’s independent environmental disclosure system – highlights the urgent need for climate finance to support urban infrastructure projects globally.

Superhydrophobic particles offer promising method to tackle emerging pollutants in water
Emerging pollutants are compounds — microplastics, oils, dyes, pharmaceuticals, plasticizers, etc.

Researchers develop biomass-based hydrogel for sustainable atmospheric water harvesting
Discarded food scraps, stray branches, seashells and many other natural materials are key ingredients in a new system that can pull drinkable water out of thin air developed by researchers from The University of Texas at Austin.

Researchers find brewing tea removes heavy metals from water
Good news for tea lovers: That daily brew might be purifying the water, too.

New approach to remove “forever chemicals” from wastewater and reduce carbon footprint of plants
Reducing human exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” is a significant societal challenge.

ACCIONA’s water business milestones 2024: Turning every drop into a positive impact
In this video, we look back at some of the most important events in ACCIONA's Water business in 2024.

Research on vanishing coastlines in Egypt offers solutions for protecting coastal cities
A new USC study reveals a dramatic surge in building collapses in the ancient Egyptian port city of Alexandria, directly linked to rising sea levels and seawater intrusion.

Korea Water Resources Corp. secures $15.7 million water management contract in Botswana
The Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water) has signed a significant contract with Botswana to develop and manage a comprehensive water management system in the southern African nation, reports The Korea Herald.

Green Climate Fund approves $103 million in financing for early warning systems in seven countries
Led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the five-year project will bolster multi-hazard early warning systems in Antigua and Barbuda, Cambodia, Chad, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, and Somalia, and directly benefit more than 26 million people.

Global retreat of glaciers has strongly accelerated
International researchers with the participation of TU Graz present a global assessment of ice loss since the beginning of the millennium.

Jens Moberg to step down as chair of the board of directors of Grundfos
After 12 successful years as chair of the board of directors of Grundfos, Jens Moberg passes the baton to Claus Aagaard.

Researchers use UV light and chlorine to treat water contaminated with cyanobacteria toxins
Treatment plants use a combination of tools to keep toxins and contaminants out of drinking water.