Day: February 17, 2025

Cutting-Edge Wastewater Treatment Technology provides a more sustainable water supply in Colorado, USA

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The city of Lafayette, Colorado, is addressing the critical challenge of sustainable water treatment by constructing a new high-performance wastewater treatment plant. Since 2022, this facility has been integrating state-of-the-art technologies, including the installation of 13 HYPERCLASSIC®-Mixing and Aeration Systems from INVENT, specifically designed for demanding wastewater conditions. These systems enhance sludge stabilization through efficient mixing and aeration, significantly reducing biological and chemical oxygen demand in aerated basins. The technology optimizes sludge quality and improves aeration efficiency while minimizing energy consumption and maintenance costs. Lafayette has a history of collaborating…

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Using nature-based solutions to support Water Quality Improvements in Pembrokeshire

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A Natural Resources Wales (NRW) project on the Western Cleddau river in Pembrokeshire is utilizing tree planting to combat nutrient pollution and enhance water quality. Approximately 6,500 trees have been planted along the riverbanks near its confluence with the Eastern Cleddau to absorb excess nutrients from agricultural runoff. These tree corridors, averaging 14 meters in width, serve as buffer strips between farmland and the river and have been established on non-productive land with the landowner’s support. In addition to improving the river’s health, the new trees will connect with existing…

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Siruthuli revives Mariamman Temple Check Dam in Coimbatore City

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Coimbatore City Round Table 31 and Coimbatore City Ladies Circle 16, two NGOs working towards the welfare of Coimbatore city in various sectors, on Tuesday launched the Mariamman temple check dam, Kovaipudur – the first pond restoration project that was executed by water conservation leader Siruthuli. The endeavour is backed by Stalwart Group of Companies and was inaugurated in the presence of Deputy Mayor R. Vetriselvan, managing trustee of Siruthuli Vanitha Mohan, Coimbatore City Round Table 31 chairman Tr. Lakshmiganth Krishnan, and Coimbatore City Ladies Circle 16 chairperson R.S. Vidhya.…

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Jal Shakti Ministry eyes 2025 to complete tap water connections in rural India, achieve sanitation goals

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The Jal Shakti Ministry aims to achieve the ambitious targets of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBMG) by 2025, following a shortfall in meeting the 2024 deadline for providing tap water connections to all rural households. The Ministry also seeks to ensure universal Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus status for villages while advancing ecological restoration under the Namami Gange Programme. Currently, over 15.37 crore rural households have tap water connections, leaving around four crore still uncovered. Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil expressed optimism about achieving full…

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