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Norwegian utility claims to calculate true cost of sewer ingress

Envirotec Magazine

Inflow of stormwater and infiltration of groundwater into sewers is a constant operational challenge, but a water utility in Norway is gaining better understanding of its network with an innovative digital approach, says Marco Westergren, chief analytics officer at water analytics platform provider InfoTiles.

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Sculptural roof tops eco-minded Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts expansion

AGreenLiving

The redesign and expansion of the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock has moved one giant step closer to the finish line with the completion of its signature roof, a flowing concrete structure with pleated folds designed to funnel stormwater runoff into surrounding rain gardens.

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What we’re looking to fund for Cohort 11

Elemental Excelerator

Optimize stormwater and flood management. Increase carbon removal in soil, forests, and ocean ecosystems. Key information on Elemental’s application process: Deadline: April 8, 2022. Transition from conventional to regenerative farming practices. Scale alternative proteins and crops. Zero Carbon. Built Environment.

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It’s raining harder than ever. New research says climate change is to blame.

Grist

These extremes elevate the risk of dangerous flash floods, soil erosion, and the destruction of crops. Storm surges caused by intense rainfall threaten a large number of cities whose stormwater systems were designed decades ago. on Apr 27, 2022. has seen widespread increases in rainfall intensity since the 1970s.

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‘Fantasy league’ reveals future of water innovation

Envirotec Magazine

Event organiser BlueTech Research has announced the first “innovation showcase” companies who will appear at the BlueTech Forum event in Vancouver, Canada, on 7-8 June 2022. They have created a dream lineup of innovations to be showcased at BlueTech Forum 2022. “I Evove (UK) – water reuse.

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Water innovation ‘fantasy league’

Envirotec Magazine

They have created a dream lineup of innovations to be showcased at BlueTech Forum 2022. The technology can help municipalities and property owners plan and track green stormwater infrastructure. The technology can help municipalities and property owners plan and track green stormwater infrastructure.

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Does planting trees actually help the climate? Here’s what we know.

Grist

In cities, trees provide much-needed shade on hot summer days, remove pollution from the air, and help manage stormwater, reducing runoff and improving its quality. on Mar 29, 2022. Studies show that their presence makes people happier and healthier. So is it time to stop focusing on ‘planting’ trees? Here’s what we know.