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Tackling the Non-Revenue Water challenge in Georgia

Tapping into a Solution: Addressing Water Scarcity in the US
Nearly 40 million people — about 12% of the U.S. population — live in the western part of the country that is dependent on the water supply from the Colorado River. It’s a mighty challenge for the one of the longest rivers in the country, which winds through seven states serving multiple purposes such as irrigation, power and source for potable water.
Defender Walls: The Backbone of Substation Physical Security
As energy consumption rises due to factors like population migration, the proliferation of data centers, and the surge in electric vehicles (EVs), the urgency to protect critical infrastructure has intensified. This heightened demand has led to long lead times for essential equipment, such as transformers, making it vital to safeguard these valuable assets.
What Municipalities Don’t Realize About Non-Revenue Water
Non-revenue water is known to be a major issue in the United States, with an estimated 6 billion gallons of treated water lost every single day. Many utilities understand that non-revenue water is a problem, and they are taking steps to address it.

Innovating for Safety and Sustainability: Engineering Solutions for a Resilient Future

As a Thermoplastics Materials Engineer at Oldcastle, I am deeply involved in developing materials that offer protection in critical situations. My previous article highlighted how Duralite® was created to meet rigorous safety standards and flame resistance tests, all while promoting environmental sustainability.

Innovating for Safety and Sustainability: Oldcastle’s Commitment to Wildfire Protection

As I woke up on Labor Day morning ready to make the most of the final days of summer, I looked outside and saw billowing sunlit smoke, the sign of a nearby forest fire threatening my city Portland, Oregon. It’s a stark reminder of the destructive power of wildfires and the importance of creating resilient solutions to protect our communities. 

Reducing Wildfire Risk: The Fix Our Forests Act and Its Impact on Electric Cooperatives

On January 23, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Fix Our Forests Act, a bipartisan bill designed to reduce the risk of devastating wildfires. This legislation will help electric cooperatives by expediting federal approval for grid hardening and allowing the removal of hazardous vegetation that could fuel fires. Both measures aim to prevent future wildfire disasters.

Accelerating EV Charging Expansion: The Advantages of Platform-Based Depots

As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the demand for a robust charging infrastructure is also growing. Traditional methods of building charging stations, especially in established sites, can be slow, costly, and disruptive.

It’s all in vain if you don’t maintain

When it comes to stormwater treatment, much emphasis is given to performance. Testing verification and protocols such as New Jersey’s NJCAT and Washington’s TAPE...

The True Cost of EV Charging Installations: Price vs. Total Cost of Ownership

In my previous article, I delved on the differences in quality and control, speed of installation, labor resources and risk concerns between pre-cast and cast-in-place (CIP) construction methods. This article focuses on the vast difference between price and total cost of ownership (TCO) and why it is an important consideration when planning EV charging projects.
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