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Water Utility M&A Approval Times Point to Consolidation Hurdles
Through the first half of 2024, Bluefield’s quarterly analyses have revealed a significant spike in utility acquisition approval times in the U.S.—from the initial application to the final approval by a utility commission. The national average acquisition approval time has jumped to a record high of 382 days, increasing each year since 2021.
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Wastewater Reuse: The U.S. Market Landscape and Outlook for a Continued Buildout (WEFTEC 2017)
Presentation by Bluefield President Reese Tisdale at the WEFTEC 2017 Conference in Chicago on Wastewater Reuse Outlook in the U.S. These complimentary slides address: The...
4 Oct. 2017
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Schneider Electric Swims Upstream with Aveva Merger
On 5 September 2017, industrial hardware and software provider Schneider Electric and engineering software firm Aveva Group announced a proposed merger. The deal is Schneider and...
5 Oct. 2017
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
Industrial Water Reuse: Municipal Partnerships & U.S. Trends
Industrial facilities are some of the highest volume of water users representing approximately 87% of the U.S. freshwater withdrawals. This demand, put in context with...
9 Oct. 2017
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Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
U.S. Investor-Owned Water Utilities, M&A Deals and Trends, Q4 2017
Through Q3 2017, more than US$263 million of IOU acquisitions for 62 deals have been completed. American Water completed three tuck-in acquisitions. Texas and Pennsylvania continue...
15 Oct. 2017
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Water Solutions for Commercial Building Infrastructure: Market Dynamics and Competitive Landscape (France, Germany, UK)
As European governments strive toward energy-efficiency targets of 2030 and the broader goal to establish a decarbonized building stock by 2050, water management within buildings...
17 Oct. 2017
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Variable Frequency Drives: U.S. Municipal Industry Trends & Market Forecast
U.S. water & wastewater utilities are increasingly seeking alternatives to become more energy-efficient, drive down operating costs, address resiliency and upgrade deteriorating infrastructure. As such,...
27 Oct. 2017
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.
Every Drop Counts: Oil and Gas Industry Targets Water Efficiency
Presentation first given by Bluefield VP Keith Hays at Aquatech on the oil and gas industry’s efforts to target efficiency. This presentation analyzes the combination...
31 Oct. 2017
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
Cal Water Seeks Biosolid Management Efficiency
On 29 September 2017, Drylet announced a successful trial with California Water Services Group to utilize the Texas-based firm’s biocatalyst technology to reduce sludge and associated...
1 Nov. 2017
Research Note
Brief research summaries of market development or company strategies.
$22 Billion for Water Reuse: Where are the Opportunities for Municipalities and Business?
Slides first presented on webinar hosted by the WaterReuse Association. Bluefield analyzes the market drivers for water reuse across the U.S., highlighting growing opportunities for...
8 Nov. 2017
Analyst Presentation
Industry presentations given by our team of water experts at water conferences and other speaking engagements.
U.S. Municipal Water & Wastewater: Defining the Addressable Market for Private Investment
Established investor-owned utility companies – and a host of potential outside financial investors are refining their strategies to expand or develop their positions in U.S water
13 Nov. 2017
Insight Report
Deep dive analysis on comprehensive topics to identify market opportunities.