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State of the Market: PFAS Policy Landscape, Forecasts, and Competitive Analysis 

Bluefield’s PFAS remediation forecast shows that drinking water utilities will spend nearly US$13.5 billion between 2023 and 2030, up from a previously forecasted total of US$6.0 billion. The anticipated revision accounts for the EPA’s proposed MCLs and the momentum from recent manufacturer settlements.
Blog

Dubai Brings Water to the Forefront at This Year’s COP28 

As key stakeholders—including government officials, nonprofit managers, and business executives—gathered at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP), progress on climate change was at the forefron...

Industrial Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q4 2023 

While awaiting the completion of a PFAS detection method under the Clean Water Act, the EPA is preparing to finalize drinking water standards for six PFAS compounds by early 2024. A proposed Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act rule to designate PFOA and PFOS as hazardous has been postponed to February 2024 amid debates over exemptions for utilities.
Podcast

“On the River” with Tillie Walton 

Host of the PBS series Wild Rivers with Tillie, Tillie Walton, relates her love for water, time “on the river” and water’s restorative powers. So sit back, relax, and learn about the role water ...

Product & Portfolio Strategy 

Product & Portfolio Strategy There is no shortage of products, technologies, and solutions in the water sector, but their success  depends on a strong understanding of customer’s needs and ...

Corporate Growth Strategy 

Corporate Growth Strategy A successful corporate strategy is a crucial part of any companies’ growth path. Through our understanding of the water industry and its demand and competitive landscap...

U.S. & Canada Municipal Water: Key Trends, Deals, and Policy in Water Management, Q4 2023 

The IIJA has announced a substantial US$22.8 billion for water infrastructure, signaling progress in investment. However, the actual funds reaching end recipients are lagging, with only US$10.5 billion awarded to agencies and a mere US$1.3 billion paid out to states as of October 2023. This slow disbursement rate indicates a bottleneck in the allocation of funds, which may delay progress of infrastructure projects.

Lead and Copper Rule Transitions Toward 2024 Deadline 

On 30 November 2023, the EPA announced the proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). Among several key provisions, the proposed LCRI would require most water systems to replace 100% of lead services lines within 10 years and prioritizes the identification of service lines with unknown material.