Water & Wastewater (Industrial)
Student Spotlight: Electrochemical oxidation for the treatment of algae and cyanotoxins
Founded in 1896, Clarkson University is a private national research university with its main campus in Potsdam, New York, adjacent to the six-million-acre Adirondack Park. At Clarkson, Shasha Yang’s research mainly focuses on water (e.g., PFAS-contaminated wastewater and landfill leachate) treatment using electrochemical oxidation method. Shasha’s current project focuses on the mitigation of harmful algal …
The dark art of whisky distillation and clean water for the Highlands
Did you know? In Scotland and Canada, it’s “whisky” … But in the Ireland, the U.S. and elsewhere, it’s “whiskey” … So while we’re not beyond the occasional typo here at IFN, in this case there is a method to our madness. The filter practices and processes of whisky manufacturers are often closely guarded secrets …
SUEZ Water Technology & Solutions focuses on solving problems in an increasingly water-stressed world
With 90,000 employees worldwide, SUEZ provides water and waste management solutions that enable cities and industries to optimize resource management and strengthen environmental and economic performances, in line with regulatory standards. SUEZ’s global business unit, Water Technologies & Solutions (WTS), operates in over 100 countries, employs over 10,000 people around the world and serves over …
Process Profile: Zero liquid discharge
Zero liquid discharge (ZLD) is a filtration process that is gaining prominence as freshwater resources globally continue to decline and environmental regulations for wastewater discharge grow more stringent. At a fundamental level, ZLD technology employs a combination of pretreatment and evaporation to crystalize solids in effluent and produce water for reuse. Once the solids are …
Pentair goes all in on smart, sustainable water solutions
Pentair, a leading global water treatment company, believes that the health of the world depends on reliable access to clean, safe water. With approximately 110 locations in 30 countries, Pentair’s 10,000 employees are focused on its mission to deliver smart, sustainable solutions that empower its customers to make the most of life’s essential resource — …