Emerson’s new level and flow controller reduces complexity in water and wastewater applications.

Emerson has introduced its new Rosemount 3490 Controller, designed to optimize level and flow measurement, simplify operations, and support sustainability in industrial applications.

?The Rosemount 3490 controller offers comprehensive features for 4-20 mA or HART transmitters, making it suitable for water, wastewater, and process industries. Its user-friendly wizard, intuitive interface, and color LCD display simplify setup and operation.

EIB Global’s Water Sector Fund backing €10 million for water investment across Africa and Asia.

The Water Access Acceleration Fund (W2AF), managed by Incofin, will receive €10 million from the EIB Global-managed Water Sector Fund.

W2AF is a blended finance impact fund focused on improving access to safe, affordable drinking water in Sub-Saharan Africa and South/Southeast Asia, aiming to provide 20 billion liters of safe water by 2030.

Judd Larned begins role as WQA’s next president.

Culligan Water North America's President, Judd Larned, has been elected as the new Water Quality Association (WQA) President for the 2024-25 term, taking over from Amanda Moore, the Vice President of Atlantic Filter Corporation, during the 2024 WQA Convention & Exposition.

WEB Aruba Signs Water-as-a-Servic BOOT Agreement With Seven Seas Water Group.

Water-En Energiebedrijf Aruba (“WEB”) and Seven Seas Water Group (“SSWG”) have announced a 10-year Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) Agreement. Seven Seas Water (Aruba) VBA will construct a new seawater reverse osmosis (“SWRO”) plant, providing at least 16,500 cubic meters of daily drinking water.

South West Water extends ￡150 offer to help customers fix leaky loos and save money.

South West Water's program to help customers in Cornwall detect and fix #leaky toilets to minimize water wastage is now extending to parts of Devon. Initially trialed in Cornwall, the program offered up to ￡150 for toilet repairs, and it is now being expanded to selected areas in Devon.

Aquatech China launches full-service Exhibitor Concierge Service.

Aquatech China has launched an exclusive Aquatech China Concierge Service. This service is designed to offer comprehensive support to international exhibitors, encompassing all aspects of their participation in the show, from logistical arrangements to enhancing their stay in China.

Canada’s Water Security Agency Backs Over 60 Water Infrastructure Projects.

The Water Security Agency (WSA) of Canada is actively advocating for more than 60 essential water infrastructure projects in 2024-25, with a key emphasis on ensuring that our infrastructure supports a sustainable, flexible, and reliable water supply for Saskatchewan.

DEWA’s smart management of the water network saves AED 225 million in 10 years.

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)'s investment in advanced water systems has saved 5,620 million gallons of water, valued at AED 225 million, from 2013 to 2023. Through innovation and research, DEWA achieved the world's lowest water network losses, reducing them to 4.6% in 2023, compared to around 15% in North America.

Thames Water issues an update to its PR24 business plan.

Thames Water Utilities Limited proposed a ￡18.7 billion expenditure for the 2025-30 regulatory period to Ofwat, double the current investment level. Following discussions, an updated PR24 business plan was submitted, reflecting a ￡1.1 billion increase to ￡19.8 billion for environment-benefiting projects.

Yorkshire Water to Invest nearly ￡800m into network improvements in 12 months.

Yorkshire Water intends to invest ￡797m in network improvements over the next 12 months, building upon previous investments of ￡530m in the 2022/23 financial year and over ￡750m in 2023/24.

The focus will be on delivering secure, safe clean water supplies and supporting plans for a healthy, natural environment.

Award-winning smart digital solution for water management in Monterray (Mexico).

The Mexican utility Servicios de Agua y Drenaje de Monterrey I.P.D.(SADM )was honored with the Innovation Water Circularity Award 2024 at WEX Global in Madrid.

?SADM partnered with Idrica to implement digital solutions, including Leak Detection and Unified Network Management, from the Xylem Vue powered by GoAigua platform, aiming to optimize water supply and reduce loss.

DOE Unveils $75 Million Funding for Desalination and Water Reuse Technologies.

The U.S. Department of Energy (#DOE) has renewed funding for National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI), DOE’s energy innovation hub for desalination.

NAWI secures $75 million for a five-year second phase to collaborate with industry and academia, aiming to reduce energy consumption in water purification and modernize water infrastructure for a sustainable future.

Fluence appoints Nikolaus Oldendorff as Non-Executive Director.

Fluence Corporation has named Nikolaus Oldendorff as a Non-Executive Director. Mr. Oldendorff serves as the representative of Germany on the Baltic and International Maritime Council, actively shaping international maritime policies and championing the interests of shipowners globally.

SUEZ signs contract for wastewater treatment with Maynilad to clean Manila Bay and improve residents’ quality of life.

SUEZ and Maynilad collaborate to reduce pollution in Manila Bay, supported by the Philippine Government, aiming to safeguard the environment and enhance residents' quality of life.

SUEZ will establish the CMSS Water Reclamation Facility in Manila's port area, showcasing a strong commitment to environmental restoration and hastening the rehabilitation of Manila Bay, with a capacity of 180 million liters per day.

ACCIONA to supervise Bilbao’s water sanitation network.

ACCIONA has been awarded the contract by the Bilbao City Council to supervise the cleaning, upkeep, and functioning of the municipal water sanitation and sewerage network.

The contract, with a value of €35 million and the potential for a three-year extension, will benefit 350,000 residents.

New CEO at Workdry International.

Dan Lee has been appointed CEO of Workdry International Ltd, the parent company of Selwood Ltd, Siltbuster Ltd and Vanderkamp.

Lee will collaborate with Arcus Infrastructure Partners LLP to execute Workdry's strategy of becoming the leading provider of pump and wastewater treatment rental solutions in the UK and Europe.

Attica-Crete leg of Mediterranean super grid due mid 2025

Greece is pursuing an ambitious plan to create an interconnector network linking the Middle East to Europe. The plan involves connecting the Greek grid with networks in Saudi Arabia, Austria, and Germany, as well as with Cyprus, Israel, and Egypt. This initiative aims to link solar-rich Middle Eastern countries with wind energy-producing European nations, potentially benefiting both regions.

The idea was first proposed during a state visit by the Saudi Arabian Crown Prince in 2022, and has since progressed with the formation of a new company to conduct studies for the development of a Saudi-Greek electricity interconnection.

JinkoSolar Recognized as a Tier 1 Energy Storage Provider by Bloomberg New Energy Finance

JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. has been recognized as a Tier 1 energy storage provider by Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) due to its outstanding products and capabilities in energy storage.

The BNEF tiering system is based on the number of projects above 1 megawatt or 1 megawatt-hour to which a supplier has provided batteries and/or energy storage systems in the last two years. JinkoSolar’s energy storage product line covers various application scenarios, including utility projects, commercial and industrial applications, and residential energy storage systems.

They have released a new 5 MWh large-scale energy storage system with upgraded features. JinkoSolar is committed to providing safe and reliable energy storage solutions and is highly valued by customers for timely delivery and effective deployment capabilities.

The Hydrogen Stream: Linde plans 5 MW electrolyzer in Brazil

Linde's White Martins unit will build a second electrolyzer to produce green hydrogen in Brazil, while Sunfire has launched a front-end engineering and design study (FEED) for a new 500 MW hydrogen project.

Linde's new 5 MW pressurized alkaline electrolyzer plant in Jacareí, S?o Paulo will be powered by renewable energy and is expected to start up in 2025.

Sunfire is conducting a FEED study for a 500 MW hydrogen project with operations scheduled for 2028. The renewable hydrogen produced will support various applications, including refinery operations and ammonia production.

AVL is partnering with Red Bull Advanced Technologies to develop ultra-high-power density fuel cell technology. CSX has unveiled its first hydrogen-powered locomotive.

ACWA Power collaborates with IRENA to lead the way in the transformation of renewable energy

ACWA Power partners with IRENA to foster the global shift to renewable energy, aligning missions to hasten renewables’ adoption.

They’ll exchange insights, mobilize investments, and engage in initiatives for sustainable energy, aiming to bolster infrastructure and awareness for a greener future.

Schneider Electric is in discussions with Bentley Systems regarding a potential acquisition

Schneider Electric is in early talks with Bentley Systems for a strategic deal, potentially merging their software divisions.

The transaction’s details are uncertain, but if successful, it could rank as a significant US acquisition by a French firm, aligning with Schneider’s growth through acquisitions.

GIGA Storage has received approval for a 600MW BESS project in Belgium

GIGA Storage, a Netherlands-based clean energy solutions company, has secured approval to construct a 600 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) in Belgium. The project, named GIGA Green Turtle, will be located near a new 380 kV high-voltage station operated by Elia, the transmission system operator.

Trina Solar, PetroGreen to enhance solar energy adoption in the Philippines

Trina Solar, a prominent provider of smart PV and energy storage solutions on a global scale, has entered into a master sales agreement (MSA) with PetroGreen Energy Corporation, a renewable energy developer in the Philippines.

This agreement aims to support the expansion of solar energy in the Philippines by enabling Trina Solar to provide 117MW of high-performance PV solar modules for multiple projects led by PetroGreen's subsidiary, Rizal Green Energy Corporation (RGEC).

Scotland greenlights 560MW Green Volt floating offshore wind project

V?rgr?nn, a joint venture between Plenitude (Eni) and HitecVision, and Flotation Energy have secured offshore planning approval for their 560MW Green Volt floating offshore wind project in Scotland.

The offshore approvals follow the onshore consent obtained earlier this month. Green Volt now has all the necessary planning approvals and is poised to become the first commercial-scale offshore wind farm in Europe. The project is expected to begin operations in 2029 and will feature up to 35 floating wind turbines.

In November last year, the partners finalized exclusivity agreements for two floating offshore wind farms, the 560MW Green Volt and the 1.4GW Cenos, as part of Crown Estate Scotland’s leasing round.

Norway's H2Carrier aims to harness powerful Arctic winds for giga-scale green hydrogen project

Norwegian developer H2Carrier wants to build two large offshore wind farms in the northeastern part of Norway to produce green hydrogen and ammonia. The company plans to build 1.55GW of wind power capacity in the Finnmark region and produce 109,000 tonnes of green hydrogen and 610,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually.

The chosen location has strong winds, and the project will use a floating production unit designed by H2Carrier.

This unit will not require land, storage tanks, or pier construction, and will have its own desalination unit for water use. The project aims to have a significant impact on local and regional employment and value creation.

Texas LNG plant expands gas tolling agreement with EQT

Texas LNG, a Glenfarne Energy Transition subsidiary, expands gas tolling deal with EQT to provide 2mtpa liquefaction services for 20 years, advancing towards full capacity at Port of Brownsville facility.

Mitsubishi Power has commenced operations for the third M701JAC unit at a power plant in Thailand

Mitsubishi Power achieves milestone with 3rd M701JAC gas turbine at Thai power plant. Collaboration between Gulf Energy and Mitsui, aiming for 2.65GW GTCC plants by fall 2024, supporting Thailand's energy needs.

GameChange Solar and JZNEE have announced plans to construct a 3 GW tracker factory in Saudi Arabia

GameChange Solar and JZNEE are partnering to build a 3 GW solar tracker factory in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, expandable to 5 GW, operational by June 2024, enhancing PV tracker supply in the Middle East.

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