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December 19, 2023
Why it’s Important:
The Inflation Reduction Act is offering municipal governments and water operations production tax credits that can improve the payback on In-conduit Hydropower projects. Now is the time to do an assessment on potential projects that can provide a clean energy solution for your infrastructure.
October 10, 2023
The history and value of NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 for drinking water systems.
Why it’s Important:
As more and more technology integrates with water systems to create efficiency and smart infrastructure, the importance of all water facing technologies having and maintaining NSF certification is critical to consumer safety and trust. Don’t be fooled by “opinions of compliance!” Look for the NSF seals and documentation to assure safety for your customers!
September 12, 2023
What is Water Sustainability: An Ultimate Guide to Efficient Use
Why it’s Important:
We have reached an inflection point in sustainable water infrastructure. The opportunity to improve all aspects of water management now exists with subsidy support to improve resiliency, efficiency and sustainability with new technologies. Regenerative hydropower for solid water pipe infrastructure will be part of this transition.
April 2, 2020
Democrats Seek Water, Grid Funding in Next Virus Stimulus Bill
Why it’s Important:
Putting people back to work re-building water infrastructure in a smart & sustainable way can create a circular economic benefit!
March 31, 2020
Infrastructure bill gains new steam as coronavirus worsens
Why it’s Important:
Water systems can be reinvented to become energy recovery ready powering new applications to empower our citizens and economy.
March 25, 2020
To Save Local Governments, It’s Finally Time for Infrastructure Week Storm
Why it’s Important:
The impact of the coronavirus crisis can be eased with a focus on local infrastructure including water systems creating new jobs and basis for recover. Leadership and vision is key!
October 24, 2018
President Donald Trump Signs Water Infrastructure Law
Why it’s Important:
The bill authorizes federal funding for water infrastructure projects including upgrades in wastewater, drinking and irrigation systems, a perfect opportunity to upgrade in a smart and sustainable way including in-pipe hydro applications.
October 19, 2018
China has made a shocking food production discovery – electro culture
Why it’s Important:
If electricity becomes a larger part of growing food in the future, then in-pipe hydro can supply the voltage required at the electrified greenhouses.
October 12, 2018
Senate Clears Water Infrastructure Bill for Trump’s Signature
Why it’s Important:
The key to expanding in-pipe hydro will be in water infrastructure programs that seek more energy efficiency upgrades while improving vaults and piping.
May 15, 2018
EPA Extends Deadline To Apply For A WIFIA Water Infrastructure Loan
Why it’s Important:
Extended to July 31 and includes energy recovery application for pressure regulator and flow control vaults.