The organisers of this year's Winter Olympic Games demanded as much from its water infrastructure as did its competitors. A reliable, environmentally friendly water solution was required, which would remain viable long after the games had ended. This goal was achieved with the installation of a range of energy and space saving solutions. 06 August 2010
After six years of well below average rainfall, South East Queensland was in the grip of the worst drought in the state’s recorded history. A rapidly expanding population placed an unprecedented demand on the dwindling water supplies. In response, the Western Corridor Recycled Water Project began diversifying the region’s water sources by providing a new source of pure water to power stations. 19 July 2010
The Clarence Valley Coffs Harbour Regional Water Supply project in Northern New South Wales, Australia, was developed to provide a sustainable, secure water resource beyond the year 2046. The $99.35 million Shannon Creek Storage component featured innovations in planning, design and construction to address environmental and engineering issues, which enabled the project to be delivered on time and within budget. 09 July 2010
Efficient management of water is critical for the future of irrigated agriculture as climate change and ongoing drought reduces the amount of available water. Goulburn-Murray Water and its alliance, FutureFlow, have built the world’s largest automated channel control network, replacing a 100-year-old method of irrigation delivery. 05 July 2010
The use of seawater for all of Gibraltar’s flushing needs is both economical and problematic. The Waterport pumping facility required a system which could cope with salt water corrosion and the heavy rag and solids in the wastewater. A solution was found which provides reliable service and brings significant cost-savings. 30 April 2010
Population growth and improving standards of living, coupled with dramatically increased urbanization, are placing increased pressures on available water resources, necessitating new approaches to urban water management. 28 April 2010
Working with Water spoke with David Waggonner, principal at Waggonner & Ball Architects, about the importance of integrating water into the city structure of New Orleans. Leading the rebuild of the water damaged city is a challenge – not only must lessons be learned from existing and temporary infrastructure and political failures, but successful processes elsewhere in the world must be integrated with the uniqueness of New Orleans. 12 May 2009
Christophe Salles of Borealis AG takes us through the decision making process behind selecting the right material for large diameter water distribution mains, considering life cycle costing and installation costs. 17 April 2009
Nearly a mile long and 40 metres below ground, a key section of Belfast’s deepest tunnel was completed earlier this year, boosting Northern Ireland Water’s efforts to tackle river pollution and reduce flooding. 27 March 2009
The challenges of changing regulations and standards can mean difficult situations for water companies. As new discharge limits and controls come into force, traditional treatments can become redundant. Severn Trent Services explain how they have been using filtration technology to meet the challenges. 27 March 2009
The most important resource of all – water – is often difficult or expensive to extract, or not sited near to where it is needed. Anthony Bennett takes a looks at some techniques to assist the management of water and its extraction in the United Kingdom. 26 March 2009
Hydro generators from Alstom are turning waterpower into electrical energy in the largest hydropower project ever built, the Three Gorges in China. In this article, we take a look at how the sheer size of the undertaking called for different engineering solutions. 26 March 2009
There is no doubt that efficient filtration is essential when dealing with industrial wastewater issues. In this article, Cat Pumps explain why the successful creation of a filter cake is the result of an effective filter cloth, and how regular washing can assist with ensuring this happens. 26 March 2009
In 2007, three companies collaboratated on a new water treatment plant for Bartlesville City, Oklahoma, USA. However, unexpected environmental influences and operational malfunctions caused problems for the project, testing the people of Bartlesville’s patience and their commitment to the water treatment plant. 26 March 2009
The demands on ducting and land drainage equipment vary by geographical location and industry needs. In this case study, we take a look at UK-based Naylor Drainage that expanded its product range in order to offer a solution for a sewage transfer system. 25 March 2009
In the past, designing piping was a laborious and haphazard job. Three-dimensional computer design has revolutionized the whole construction process - and certainly made the process a great deal easier for the designers of a complex water piping system for a new shark exhibit in a 90 year old Chicago museum. 04 March 2009
Cost and consent levels have made it all the more important to control phosphate levels in wastewater. Partech describes an alternative to the traditional methods of iron salt dosing which can improve dosing accuracy and efficiency. 04 March 2009
Reducing the environmental impact of water management and infrastructure projects is becoming an essential part of the business. In this article, Dr Mike Coffey looks at the role environmental monitoring can play and how to design an effective program. 04 March 2009
How does the hydrological cycle – in all its varying scales – work? What are the threats to water budgets and water quality? In this article, we take a look at the impact of human use and how we can interact with the water cycle in a long term and sustainable way. 04 March 2009
The Australian town of Goulburn’s timely water initiative presents a model for the future as cities learn to live with drought and other water challenges. Was an ultraviolet disinfection scheme for irrigation part of the answer? 04 March 2009
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