Chris Edwards

Despite the challenging environment, the intersection of wastewater and IoT is utilising the right data to make savings across the network.

Flushing out wastewater woes with IoT

Despite the challenging environment, wastewater is an area where having the right data is critical for ongoing understanding and savings of the entire network. Kallipr is at the cutting edge of IoT technology that can support wastewater managers. Read More
Tayia Oddonetto (right), a doctoral student at The University of Texas at El Paso, and doctoral advisor Ivonne Santiago, Ph.D., (left) work in the Center for Inland Desalination Systems laboratory. Oddonetto recently won first place in the National Science Foundation Engineering Research Centers Perfect Pitch Competition for her work on brine desalination.

Brine from desalination could become fresh water

Turning saltwater into a fresh opportunity, UTEP‘s Tayia Oddonetto has revolutionised desalination by developing an award-winning method that converts over 90 per cent of salt water to fresh water. Her innovative approach saves water and recovers valuable minerals like lithium. This breakthrough could benefit utilities and industries worldwide, reducing costs and supporting sustainability. Read More
Water utilities are increasingly looking at nature-based solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in their wastewater facilities.

Nature-based solutions to wastewater

With water utilities and local councils increasingly looking at nature-based solutions, a project out of Millowl (Phillip Island) is providing opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Read More
Following the success of the connectivity trial, the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder (CEWH) says Basin governments must continue to find a permanent solution so the southern and northern Basins are truly joined up.

Bias correction tool to improve water management

Accurate climate modelling is essential for managing water effectively in the face of climate change. A novel bias correction tool that improves the accuracy of climate modelling will help us adapt our water management to climate change. Read More

Water supply upgrade for Loddon homes

The Victorian Government is delivering a better drinking water supply for Loddon and other locations across rural northern Victoria, with a major upgrade to the region’s water infrastructure now complete. Read More