September 16, 2021
Veolia Northern Territory was looking for a low-maintenance, low-operator requirement, simple, cost-effective solution to provide a large amount of micro-sized air bubbles for the DAF system at its wastewater treatment facility at Berrimah, according to the company's Technical Services Engineer, Dion Meta. The options “An article by Sustainability Matters was published which
...September 15, 2021
Students from Monash University’s Department of Chemical Engineering have used the water treatment cycle found in nature as inspiration to develop a sustainable, standalone water treatment system that removes persistent organic pollutants from industrial wastewater. Industrial wastewater is a global concern. Untreated wastewater from industrial sites can contain heavy metals, toxins and
...September 1, 2021
GF Piping Systems’ complete solutions of valves, actuators, sensors, displays and controllers are designed to have an integral role for water conservation in the water and wastewater treatment industry. They can be used to increase productivity around the water cycle by raising efficiency and lowering overall costs and use of resources. Depending on the application area, there are different
...September 1, 2021
Environmental health experts at Flinders University are advancing research into a highly sustainable wastewater recycling program by developing a cost-effective way to harvest microalgal biomass for use in biofuels and other applications. The high-rate algal pond (HRAP) model, recycling wastewater at two regional South Australian locations at Kingston-on-Murray and Peterborough, uses algae and
...August 25, 2021
Urban Utilities’ recycled water has helped the Lockyer Valley secure a reputation as being home to some of the best soccer grounds in South East Queensland, despite the ongoing drought. Urban Utilities is responsible for delivering water, recycled water and sewerage services to more than 1.5 million customers in South East Queensland. Its service region is made up of five council areas, including
...August 23, 2021
UNSW engineers have shown that ultrasensitive CRISPR technology can quickly and easily identify the presence of Cryptosporidium parvum in water samples onsite — tiny microbes that cause significant health risks and potentially even death. Cryptosporidium is a microscopic parasite that can cause serious gastrointestinal disorders, and is especially widespread in locations where water sources
...August 22, 2021
As an environmental engineer and water specialist, working through severe droughts, bushfires and damaging flood events has shaped my thinking and personal focus on improving the resilience of our communities. Over the past few years Australia has experienced extremely challenging climate events amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s fitting that the theme of this year’s World Water Week
...August 15, 2021
The Australian Government is investing $108 million to improve water security and reliability across the country — delivering 40 new projects through the National Water Grid Connections funding pathway. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said through this funding pathway, the Australian Government is investing in packages
...August 15, 2021
The Australian Government is investing $108 million to improve water security and reliability across the country — delivering 40 new projects through the National Water Grid Connections funding pathway. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said through this funding pathway, the Australian Government is investing in packages
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August 12, 2021
For young Canadians interested in an environmental career, ECO Canada offers support through vital on-the-job work experience and skills training to help young Canadians get ahead in the environmental sectors by administering wage subsidies. The Youth Employment and Skills Strategy program.