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2024 is on track to be hottest year on record as warming temporarily hits 1.5°C
Jan-Sept 2024 global average temperature 1.54 (±0.13) °C above pre-industrial level. Long-term warming measured over decades remains below 1.5°C. Past 10 years are warmest on record and ocean heat rises.
New research shows how leading water utilities are paving the way to net zero
Water sector accelerating decarbonization in effort to cut 2% of world’s carbon emissions. 75% of surveyed utilities intend to achieve GHG reduction goals by 2040, with 48% having set a specific net-zero emissions target.
Alexandre Branthonne & Mohammed Kastawy discuss Filtralite’s impact on water filtration processes
Read the full chronicle of this online event to learn how Filtralite’s advanced filtration solutions are shaping the future of water treatment to improve sustainability.
Data on continental-scale river discharge are crucial to address water demand
IWMI researchers assess the data gap, existing methods and technologies for river discharge estimation in Africa.
Manuel Parra (Xylem) & Pablo Calabuig (Idrica) highlight data-driven solutions for water loss
Read the full chronicle of this online event on strategies for water-loss control, employing real-time data analytics and virtual District Metered Areas (DMAs).
Ecolab’s climate targets approved by science-based targets initiative
Achieving net-zero emissions is central to Ecolab's ambition to deliver net positive water and climate impact.
Over a billion people globally face severe climate change risks
1.2 billion people face life-changing risks through exposure to at least one critical climate hazard, such as heatwaves, flooding, hurricanes, and drought.
Water investment key to averting global conflict surge
The international think-tank Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) launched the 5th edition of the Ecological Threat Report (ETR).
Exploring smart water solutions through global collaboration and innovation
On Tuesday, October 29th, Smart Water Magazine, in collaboration with HMS Networks, hosted a webinar: "Shaping the Future of Water – from Connectivity to Operational Efficiency."
Water consumption of crops rises to nearly 7 trillion cubic meters of water worldwide
A new study by researchers at the UT sheds light on historical changes in the amount of water humanity consumes to grow the world's main crops.
World must act faster to protect 30% of the planet by 2030
The international community has made some headway on pledges to protect 30% of the Earth by 2030 but progress must accelerate, the official progress report from the UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has found.
Gustavo Saltiel named Water & Sanitation Strategic Adviser at World Bank’s Water Global Practice
Gustavo Saltiel has been appointed as Strategic Adviser on Water Supply and Sanitation with the Water Global Practice (Water GP) at the World Bank.
Siemens unveils innovative motor management system for industrial switchboards
Optimized use of space in withdrawable designs. Reduction of installation expenses. Innovative Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) communication physics optimized for withdrawable design. Scalable functionality thanks to licensable device features.
9 questions to ask your heat exchanger supplier
Heat exchangers are commonly used for a wide range of purposes in wastewater treatment, including heating and cooling digesters, pasteurising sludge and even full Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) treatment solutions.
Global water crisis threatens 8% GDP loss and over 50% of food production by 2050: Report
An international group of leaders and experts warns that unless humanity acts with greater boldness and urgency, an increasingly out-of-balance water cycle will wreak havoc on economies and humanity worldwide.
Maximizing efficiency in water networks with data-driven solutions and water loss management
When emergencies dominate daily operations, a crucial question arises: how can water network operators regain control of their systems?
Digital twins: Repurposing 17th, 18th, or 19th-century infrastructure for the 21st century
On Thursday, October 10th, Autodesk Water, in collaboration with Smart Water Magazine, hosted the third instalment of a webinar series designed to bring together water industry experts, focusing on innovative strategies for improving water management.
Next United Nations Water Conference will be co-hosted by Senegal and the UAE in 2026
The next United Nations Water Conference will be held in 2026.
Master Water, data-driven solution to master water network
Discover how Diehl Metering’s Water Loss Management software is transforming the industry.
New database provides world’s most comprehensive data on river barriers and reservoirs
A new database developed by the Global Dam Watch (GDW) consortium is set to revolutionize our understanding of river barriers and reservoirs worldwide.