Balancing energy and water in data centres
24 March, 2025 by Alex Setmajer, Program Manager, Water & Nature, Equinix | Supplied by: Equinix Australia Pty LtdWorld Water Day served as a timely reminder that we all have a role to play in tackling climate change and water stress.
Greater Western Water uses Gorman-Rupp pump in water delivery project
01 March, 2025 | Supplied by: Hydro InnovationsThe Gorman-Rupp pump was selected for Greater Western Water's WIN project to deliver water to irrigation pivots and storage tanks in Melbourne.
Novel approach to desalination tech could help to ease water scarcity
05 February, 2025 | Supplied by: University of South AustraliaUniSA researchers have overcome a limitation of desalination plants, successfully trialling a new method to make seawater evaporate faster than freshwater.
Sydney Water trial at Cascade Water Filtration Plant reduces PFAS levels
03 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Sydney Water CorporationSydney Water's newly commissioned mobile PFAS treatment unit at Cascade Water Filtration Plant has started to reduce the levels of PFAS during the first month of the trial.
Galltec+Mela Humidity and Temperature sensors with ATEX certification
01 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Slentech Pty LtdHumidity and temperature sensors with ATEX certification for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and areas with combustible dust equipment of category 1G, 1/2G and 2D.
Advanced method to detect harbour sewage
18 December, 2024Macquarie University researchers have investigated the level of sewage pollution in 18 global harbours, with concerning results.
Aust company secures first European order for PFAS treatment
20 November, 2024 | Supplied by: SciDev LtdUnder the $475K contract, works will involve the design, construction and commissioning of a containerised PFAS water treatment plant in Sweden.
Data centres working to use water responsibly
06 November, 2024 by Alex Setmajer, Sustainability Manager – Ecology, Equinix | Supplied by: EquinixDecisions that go into designing a new data centre will stay in place for many years to come, so it's important to look at the local water context.
South East Water takes home R&D Excellence Award
30 October, 2024South East Water was recognised by the Victorian water industry at this year's Australian Water Association (AWA) Victorian Water Awards.
New thresholds for PFAS in tap water; draft guidelines released
21 October, 2024The guidelines are said to be conservative, protective of human health and based on comprehensive evaluations of the latest evidence.
Yarra Valley Water invests in recycled water infrastructure
14 October, 2024Yarra Valley Water is investing in innovative recycled water infrastructure to help local parks and community spaces stay green while saving drinking water.
Sydney Water responds to PFAS alarm
11 October, 2024Following recent reports regarding detection of 'forever chemicals' in Sydney water supplies, Sydney Water has shared recent findings from its ongoing water quality testing.
ECD OIW80 oil-in-water analyser
18 September, 2024 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdThe analyser is designed to precisely measure oil over a wide range of 0 to 30 ppm (mg/L) and can be factory preconfigured to measure oil in multiple ranges or easily set in the field.
Australian tech could solve Sydney's PFAS problem
02 September, 2024Manufactured at Emu Plains, EPOC Enviro's technology has now remediated more than 1 billion litres of PFAS-impacted waters at over 30 sites globally.
Williams River remediation project kicks off
26 August, 2024Hunter Water has commenced remediation efforts to help protect the eroding river banks of the Williams River, spanning from Seaham to Clarence Town.
