Guides

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Real-time control for combined sewer overflows: an Australian case studyWet-weather sewage management is becoming more important as Australian cities experience intense rainfall, infill development and tighter expectations around…
Why public-private partnerships matter for water infrastructureWater and wastewater systems are long-life public assets, yet the money required to renew them rarely arrives in a single, predictable stream. Treatment…
How to leverage revolving loans for green infrastructureGreen infrastructure can turn stormwater from a liability into a useful asset. Rain gardens, constructed wetlands, permeable pavements, green roofs,…
Best practices for a wastewater treatment plant energy auditAustralia's water utilities are navigating some of the highest industrial electricity tariffs in the developed world, with energy often representing the single…
Hydraulic Modeling Fundamentals for Sewer Network DesignHydraulic modeling sits at the heart of modern sewer design, helping engineers predict how wastewater and stormwater will move through underground networks…
Dissolved air flotation as a pretreatment solution for industrial wastewaterWorking through technical presentations hosted by LABS of CWEA, members have long tracked how operators across the Pacific Rim refine their pretreatment…
Turning Waste Biogas Into Renewable Natural GasWastewater treatment plants are increasingly viewed as energy facilities as well as essential public infrastructure. When microorganisms break down sewage…
Building a Resilient Succession Plan for Critical Water Utility RolesAustralia's water sector is approaching a generational turning point. Roughly one-third of experienced operators, engineers, and plant managers are expected to…
Managing Vegetation on Levees and Treatment Sites in AustraliaWater authorities from Perth to Brisbane share a familiar operational problem: keeping unwanted vegetation in check around critical hydraulic assets. Levees,…
Understanding the path to Title 22 water reuse certificationWater reuse has become a cornerstone of sustainable resource management, particularly in regions where freshwater supplies face mounting pressure. For…