The City of Cape Town's Water and Sanitation Directorate has announced that various neighborhoods will face water supply disruptions due to planned maintenance on the water infrastructure. This includes the annual shutdown of the Blackheath Water Treatment Plant (WTP) from Monday, April 7 to
Residents of Clayville are facing a severe water contamination issue, which has persisted for over a decade. The contamination, caused by a crack in the foundation of a state-owned salt barn, has led to high sodium chloride levels in their well water. This situation has resulted in serious health
The U.S. Navy plans to construct treatment plants near Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to address fuel-contaminated water from the Red Hill water shaft, ensuring safe drinking water for over 90,000 military family members. This plan follows a significant jet fuel leak in November 2021, which led to
As concerns about water scarcity and environmental sustainability grow, Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) stands out as a pioneer in the realm of sustainable water management. Since commissioning its Mbarara brewery, NBL has achieved an impressive 40% reduction in water usage. This milestone aligns with
The wastewater treatment plant project aimed at serving both Foster City and San Mateo has encountered significant financial challenges. The latest estimates indicate that the project’s total cost is expected to exceed the initial budget by over $24 million. Foster City’s share alone has surged by $
Arizona State University (ASU) has successfully elevated the public's understanding and acceptance of advanced water purification (AWP) technologies through an innovative virtual reality (VR) project. Spearheaded by an interdisciplinary team, the initiative aims to provide an immersive
