Malaysia's Kosmo, US In-Pipe in Wastewater Treatment JV
Xinhua Financial News, October 9, 2005
Kosmo Seraya Sdn Bhd said it will sign a joint-venture agreement with In-Pipe Technology of the US to undertake wastewater treatment services in Malaysia and later in the region.
Beijing Spends 12.1 Billion Yuan in 4 Years to Secure Clean Water Supply
Xinhua Economic News, October 9, 2005
Beijing, China's national capital, spent 12.1 billion yuan (1.49 billion US dollars) over the past four years from 2000 to 2004 to curb water pollution, according to the Beijing Daily on October 9.
GE Agrees to Start 1st Phase of Hudson River Cleanup
Bloomberg, October 6, 2005
General Electric Co., the world's second-biggest company by market value, reached an agreement with U.S. federal officials to begin cleansing New York's Hudson River of hazardous PCBs deposited by two company plants for decades.
Skanska to Build Wastewater Treatment Plant in Georgia -- Contract Amount is USD 52.5 M, About SEK 380 M
Primezone, October 6, 2005
Skanska has been awarded a project to construct a ready-to-operate wastewater treatment facility in Douglas County in the Greater Atlanta area, Georgia. The contract amounts to USD 52.5 M, about SEK 380 M, and is included in order bookings for the third quarter.
China Seeks to Improve Water Supply, Flood-Control
Asia Pulse, October 6, 2005
Major problems related to China's water resources are expected to be solved step by step in the next five years to improve the nation's water supply, flood-control, food security and ecosystem rehabilitation.
Water System under State, Federal Scrutiny
Indianapolis Star, October 6, 2005
The U.S. Attorney confirmed Monday her office is investigating the Indianapolis Water Co., apparently regarding the possible falsification of water quality records.
Chesapeake Bay Day: Coordinating Research to Improve Farm Practices, Bay Health
M2 Communications, October 6, 2005
U.S. Department of Agriculture officials signed an agreement in Maryland today to enhance research coordination to improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States.
SJW Corp subsidiary to purchase assets of Canyon Lake Water Supply Corp
M2 Communications, October 5, 2005
Holding company SJW Corp announced on Tuesday that SJWTX Water Inc, its wholly-owned subsidiary, and Canyon Lake Water Supply Corporation, a Texas non-profit water supply corporation, have signed an agreement under which SJWTX Water will purchase substantially all of the assets of Canyon Lake Water.
'Ocean Solution' Emerges to Keep Water-Goers Healthy; New Product Designed to Combat Negative Health Effects of Exposure to Polluted Waters
Business Wire, October 5, 2005
With beach closures in the news everyday, and a reported 3.5 million people getting sick annually from swimming in contaminated waters, a new product called Ocean Solution has emerged to combat the adverse health effects of the nation's epidemic water contamination problem.
'Water Supply, Sanitation's Everybody's Business'
AllAfrica, October 5, 2005
President Olusegun Obasanjo yesterday said the pressing task of adequate water supply and sanitation in Nigeria is a process that involves everybody.
Revision of Wastewater Treatment Exemptions for Hazardous Waste Mixtures
Federal Register, October 4, 2005
In today's action, the Environmental Protection Agency is finalizing the addition of benzene and 2-ethoxyethanol to the list of solvents whose mixtures with wastewaters are exempted from the definition of hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
Hendrx to Introduce "UTi" the World's First 6 in 1 Atmospheric Water Generator
Market Wire, October 4, 2005
Hendrx, Corp., Chief Marketing Officer Anthony Lee announced today that the company is poised to launch the next generation of multi-functional Atmospheric Water Generators (AWG). Anthony Lee states, "We are very excited about the introduction of our UTi or 'Utility model,' a multi-functional 6 in 1 machine, which will not only produce water, but will also perform as an Air Conditioner, Heater, Dehumidifier, Air Purifier, and Water Purifier.
World Bank Seeks Best Ideas for Water, Sanitation and Energy Projects
M2 Communications, October 3, 2005
The World Bank said it would hold a competition to award $4 million to the best ideas to provide clean water, sanitation, and energy to local communities in developing countries lacking these basic services.
Beijing Parks to Use Recycled Water in Flush Toilets
Xinhua News Agency, October 3, 2005
More than 10 parks in Beijing have begun using recycled water in their flush toilets, a move that is designed to cut water consumption by 80 percent at least.
State Puts Cash into Pipeline to Help Quench Need for Water
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, October 2, 2005
Finding ways to keep Florida's faucets turned on for a growing population has become a top priority of state politicians.
In an effort to reduce dependence on groundwater, the state is offering millions of dollars for local governments and water authorities to develop alternative sources. It's the first time the state has provided a large amount of money to partner with water-management districts, which are already lining up projects that can qualify for more than $100 million.
Feinstein Looks to End Water Dispute
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, October 2, 2005
U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein wants to settle once and for all a 17-year dispute over San Joaquin River water between Stockton-area communities and those in the Fresno area.
Mayors' Water Survey Cites Catastrophic Events and Severe Water Shortage in 20 Years
US Newswire, September 30, 2005
On the heels of two devastating hurricanes, The U.S. Conference of Mayors, led by Conference President and Long Beach, California Mayor Beverly O'Neill, along with Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez, Chair of the Conference of Mayors Urban Water Council, released the findings of a National Urban Water Resources Survey today during a press conference in Albuquerque.
Some Say Water Pollution Rules by State Unfair
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, September 28, 2005
Some towns and environmental groups are challenging a state stream health program that is requiring some sewage treatment plants to move or upgrade.
Altamaha Riverkeeper James Holland and the city of Statesboro argue that taxpayers are being asked to pay for unnecessary changes that won't improve waterways.
Honeywell Says It Has Taken Care of Mercury Leak into Lake
U.S. Water News, October 2005
Honeywell International says it has removed the largest source of mercury leaking into Onondaga Lake. John McAuliffe, Honeywell's Syracuse-area program coordinator, called the accomplishment a milestone. Clean up of the 30-acre site has taken two years and cost $16 million, he said.
Aquacell Water Receives Second Order for Arsenic Removal Systems
PR Newswire, September 28, 2005
AquaCell Technologies, Inc. a company that markets and manufactures various water filtration and purification products including applications for municipal, industrial and commercial use, announced today that its Aquacell Water, Inc. subsidiary has received its second order for municipal arsenic removal systems.
US Financial Network: Stock Radar News Alert for: Megola Inc. Continues to Expand Sales in Water Treatment
M2 Communications, September 28, 2005
MicroCapReporter, a source of news and information for the micro-cap investor, continues to monitor Megola, Inc. Investors should be watching Megola, Inc. Megola a leading environmental solution provider in physical water treatment, air purification, microbiological control, and wastewater treatment, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a trial phase with morEnergy
Fitch Rates New York Water Auth $580MM Revs 'AA'
Business Wire, September 27, 2005
Fitch Ratings assigns an 'AA' rating to the New York City Municipal Water Finance Authority's (NYW) approximately $500 million water and sewer system revenue bonds, fiscal 2006 series A. The bonds are scheduled for negotiated sale on Sept. 28 through a syndicate led by Merrill Lynch and Co.
City Plans to Expand Testing on Water Supply
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, September 27, 2005
The city will perform extra tests on the public water supply for the next two months, but officials say they may never determine what caused the contamination discovered last week.
Disease Fears Over City's 'Wastewater Time-Bomb'
AllAfrica, September 26, 2005
The City of Cape Town's wastewater treatment infrastructure is overloaded because of years of neglect and could collapse. At the same time, the treated wastewater discharged from the city's 22 wastewater works and three marine outfalls is threatening public health and the environment.
ADB Hosts Water Conservancy Seminars to Improve Media's Awareness
Xinhua News Agency, September 26, 2005
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has hosted three seminars on water conservancy for Chinese journalists to improve media's awareness of water resources.
San Diego, Calif., Water Officials Boost Incentives for Recycling
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, September 24, 2005
Hoping to boost interest in projects that would turn the water from people's showers and toilets into usable irrigation, regional water officials boosted financial incentives to local water agencies to help cover recycling costs Thursday.
Katrina's Damage to Water Systems Will Top $2.25 Billion, Says AWWA
US Newswire, September 22, 2005
The costs to repair and replace public drinking water infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Katrina will surpass $2.25 billion, according to a preliminary assessment from the American Water Works Association (AWWA) released today.
EPA Gains Settlement on Water Cleanup
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, September 21, 2005
Eleven companies that allegedly leaked contaminants into San Gabriel Valley groundwater will pay more than $8.25 million in cleanup costs, the Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday.
Goleta Firm Gains Water-protection Contract
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, September 21, 2005
A Goleta-based high-tech company is to play a key role in official efforts to protect the quality of California's drinking water at a time when many think water supplies present tempting targets for terrorists. Frontier Technology Inc. has been awarded a $2.8 million contract to develop a prototype system to monitor water for chemical, biological or radiological agents, using data collected by satellites from ground sensors.
Governor Rendell Announces Nutrient Trading Policy to Help Improve Water Quality in PA
PR Newswire, September 20, 2005
Governor Edward G. Rendell today introduced a nutrient and sediment-trading policy that will help farmers, communities and industry meet and exceed state and federal water quality goals. Trading has long been a staple of state and federal air quality programs --- Pennsylvania is among the first to apply this strategy to water quality.
On-Farm Funding for Climate Change and Water Supply Projects
CCN Matthews, September 20, 2005
Ontario farm and agribusiness operators now have access to over $20 million in their ongoing efforts to care for the health of the environment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Partial Harmonization of EU Directives Limit Municipal Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market
M2 Communications, September 19, 2005
The fulfilment of reforms and liberalisation processes in the water sector started in late 1990s in most of the central and eastern European (CEE) countries is very crucial for the region's steadily growing municipal water and wastewater treatment equipment market.
The Regional Municipality of Niagara Deploys Datastream 7i to Improve Management of Assets for Water and Wastewater Services
PR Newswire, September 19, 2005
Datastream Systems, Inc. announced today that the Water and Wastewater Services Division of The Regional Municipality of Niagara's Public Works Department has successfully deployed the Datastream 7i(TM) Asset Performance Management solution.
Harare/Byo Water Woes Get Worse
AllAfrica, September 16, 2005
Harare will continue to experience water problems so long as the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (Zinwa), which is managing water purification, does not have the capacity to do so.
Federal Government to Allocate Billions to Restore Water Supply as the Primary Goal in Relief Effort
Market Wire, September 16, 2005
HydroFlo Water Treatment, Inc., a portfolio company of HydroFlo, Inc. announced the company will consult with Federal, State and Local officials in an effort to restore sewer treatment and water supply throughout the Hurricane-ravaged areas in the Gulf Region.
Three Forces Battle in China's Water Service Market
Sinocast, September 15, 2005
The production value of China's water service market would rise to CNY200 billion during 2001-2005, and the growth rate of China's water service market would stay at above 15 percent before 2010, according to the data from theNational Bureau of Statistics.
Southwest Water Names James E. Mann as Controller
Business Wire, September 15, 2005
Southwest Water Company today announced that James E. Mann has joined the company as vice president, controller. Mann, 52, brings to the position more than 20 years of experience in financial management of rapidly growing mid-size and large companies in the service and manufacturing sectors.
New Mexico Water Service Company Completes Acquisition, Grows Customer Base by 6%
Business Wire, September 14, 2005
New Mexico Water Service Company, a subsidiary of California Water Service Group, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets of the Cypress Gardens water system, which serves 350 homes in Valencia County, New Mexico.
PENNVEST Approves $62 Million for Water Projects
PR Newswire, September 14, 2005
PENNVEST's board of directors today approved nearly $57.9 million in low-interest loans and almost $3.7 million in grants to fund 11 drinking water and wastewater projects in 11 counties across the commonwealth.
Clean Water Act Section 303(d): Availability of List Decisions
Federal Register, September 13, 2005
This action announces the availability of EPA decisions identifying water quality limited segments and associated pollutants in Nevada to be listed pursuant to Clean Water Act Section 303(d)(2), and requests public comment.
Aqua America Subsidiary Acquires Water and Sewer Systems in North Carolina; Company Makes First Entry into Pender County
Business Wire, September 13, 2005
Aqua America Inc. announced today that its North Carolina subsidiary recently acquired the water and wastewater systems for the Castle Bay development near Hampstead, representing the company's first operation in Pender County.
A Black-Green Curtain of Disease and Destruction, Grime and Stench
New York Times, September 12, 2005
What laps against this city's shores, and some of its homes, churches and stores, is not water but a kind of anti-water. Green-black more than blue-green, it evokes nothing of the cathartic promise that Bruce Springsteen often sings of, only destruction, disease and death.
Gulf States Grapple with Sea of Toxic Sludge
Global Info Network/Inter Press Service, September 12, 2005
As polluted floodwaters are pumped from the devastated city of New Orleans, the true environmental impact of Hurricane Katrina -- including oil spills, chemical leaks and toxic waste -- will remain unknown for months.
'Nigeria Needs 25b for Water Provision'
AllAfrica, September 12, 2005
Minister for Water Resources, Alhaji Murktar Shagari, has said that for every home within the FCT to receive potable water supply, his ministry would need about 25billion to be able to complete work on the Gurara water dam which he said will boost water supply in the FCT.
Water Authority Moves to Build $159 Million Treatment Plant
Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, September 9, 2005
Moving to plug a growing hole in San Diego County's drinking water supply, county water officials voted unanimously Thursday to spend $159 million to build a state-of-the-art treatment plant in San Marcos that will be the largest of its kind in the world.
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