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Badger Meter, Inc. in April announced it signed a definitive agreement to acquire UDlive Limited (“UDlive”), a provider of hardware‑enabled software solutions for sewer line monitoring based in the United Kingdom, for $100 million, plus contingent consideration. The transaction closed at the end of AprilRead More

The American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) Utility Engineering & Surveying Institute (UESI) is bringing its 2026 Pipelines Conference to Detroit, Michigan, Aug. 1-5. The 2026 conference will dive into the newest insights, innovations and trenches that are shaping the pipeline engineering field. The Pipelines Conference servesRead More

How Digital Subsurface Insight Can Reshape Water Resilience By Dr. Thomas Krom Today, we are seeing what I call a perfect storm facing water managers. A myriad of challenges are complicating the ability to supply sufficient, affordable water. Changing weather patterns – from prolonged droughtsRead More

Check Out the Hydraulic Institute’s Data Tool for Pump Systems By Isaac Holowell & Peter Gaydon Engineering professionals often find themselves in need of comprehensive pump system information when performing work related to water and wastewater conveyance. The ability to quickly and easily access pumpRead More

On March 4, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched the Real Water Technical Assistance (RealWaterTA) initiative. The agency called it a back-to-basics approach to support drinking water and wastewater systems using proven, best-practice approaches to address local needs while partnering with states and Tribes.Read More

By Greg Baird WaterOne’s journey toward resilient infrastructure through PVC adoption, discussed in Water Finance & Management’s Q4 cover story, is part of a larger national narrative. The 2025 ASCE Infrastructure Report Card assigns a C grade to the nation’s drinking water systems — unchangedRead More

Failing infrastructure, rising costs and water quality concerns consistently plague municipal water/wastewater systems. In this complimentary Special Report, we explore innovative, practical solutions so you can get the drop on water system pain points. Featuring articles from expert contributors and sponsors Bentley Systems, Kamstrup, Mueller andRead More

By Krystal Strassman As Florida continues to lead the nation in water reuse innovation, a landmark legislative shift is reshaping the future of wastewater treatment. Senate Bill 64, signed into law in 2021, requires domestic wastewater utilities to eliminate nonbeneficial surface water discharges by JanuaryRead More

A new research initiative funded by the Water Research Foundation (WRF) and led by a multidisciplinary team of engineers and utilities has been launched to address the critical need for industry-wide guidance on smart sewer system implementation. The project will focus on developing practical solutionsRead More

Stantec has been selected by Peel Region to manage a water and wastewater infrastructure program that will support expanded water and wastewater infrastructure within the Town of Caledon, Ontario. Stantec will provide engineering services, program management, environmental assessment, design, and construction administration for all projectsRead More