Lockheed Martin and NVIDIA demonstrate AI-powered digital twin for improved predictive forecasting
Lockheed Martin and NVIDIA have developed an AI-driven Earth and Space Observing Digital Twin to enhance predictive forecasting. This innovative project aims to fuse data and detect anomalies in current environmental conditions by processing live weather data, applying AI and machine learning, and displaying global environmental conditions from various sources.
The digital twin is designed to provide a centralized approach for NOAA to visualize and fuse data from space and earth sensors, enabling more accurate initial conditions for predictive forecasting.
Using advanced technology, the project demonstrates the potential of digital twins to aid climate and weather enterprises in tackling AI and forecasting challenges. The next step for Lockheed Martin is to incorporate additional data streams into the digital twin, funded by NOAA SAE Joint Venture Partnerships for exploration purposes.
Source : Lockheed Martin
Anglian Water extends trial of transformative AI technology
Anglian Water is expanding its trial of AI technology in collaboration with Norwegian company InfoTiles after a successful pilot. The expanded proof of concept program will use AI-driven software to manage approximately 317 biofilters, pumps, and valves across 100 sites.
This initiative aims to enhance day-to-day operational visibility and improve asset management decision-making by measuring approximately 483 data points across all assets.
The technology has already shown promise in reducing active alarms and providing better insights, which could lead to more efficient deployment of maintenance teams.
As the program continues, Anglian Water aims to optimize operational resources and prevent pollution events from its water recycling centers. The collaboration was facilitated by WaterStart, a platform that connects utilities with solution providers.
Source : InfoTiles
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) bolsters Indonesia’s sanitation system with a $419.6 million loan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sanctioned a $419.6 million loan for the Citywide Inclusive Sanitation Project in Indonesia, aimed at enhancing access to climate-resilient, adequate, and safely managed sanitation services in the cities of Mataram, Pontianak, and Semarang.
With only 7% of households having access to safely managed sanitation, the project targets around 2.5 million people in these cities. It will integrate both sewered and nonsewered systems, constructing wastewater treatment plants with a total daily capacity of 57,000 cubic meters and about 200 kilometers of sewer networks.
The initiative also incorporates measures for climate and disaster resilience, aligning with ADB’s comprehensive climate change initiatives in Indonesia.
Source : ADB
Stantec, a global company, chooses 100 Barbirolli Square as its new base in Manchester
Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, is set to relocate to its new Manchester home at 100 Barbirolli Square in the city center. The firm, with over 28,000 employees worldwide, will occupy the seventh floor of the iconic building near Bridgewater Hall starting in March 2024.
The move is driven by the company’s rapid expansion in the UK and Ireland, and the new space was chosen for its flexibility to accommodate future growth.
The Manchester office will serve as a hub for client service in the North West and beyond, bringing together staff from its existing offices and supporting various projects in the region.
The new office is designed to promote wellbeing, collaboration, and inclusivity, reflecting the company’s commitment to creating sustainable and prosperous communities through its interdisciplinary consultancy services.
Source : Stantec
ACCIONA is spearheading a project to extract valuable elements from seawater brine
ACCIONA, in collaboration with the LEITAT Technology Centre, has initiated the MINERALS project, aiming to selectively extract high-value elements from seawater brine.
This innovative endeavor addresses the scarcity of critical raw materials such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, lithium, rubidium, and boron by harnessing these elements from seawater.
The project will develop and validate advanced technologies for selective extraction at pilot scale, including liquid membranes, nanofibre adsorbents, and precipitation processes.
The extraction efficiency is anticipated to exceed 90% for monovalent ions and significant income is expected from the extraction of these elements in a medium-sized reverse osmosis desalination plant.
ACCIONA will design and commission an innovative pilot plant to demonstrate a leading position in the recovery of critical raw materials from seawater.
Source : ACCIONA
United Utilities chooses Tetra Tech for a £100 million framework to enhance water quality in the UK
Tetra Tech, a prominent provider of consulting and engineering services, has been chosen by United Utilities, a major water company in the UK, for a £100 million framework aimed at enhancing river health in the North West of England.
Over the course of 10 years, Tetra Tech’s engineers and scientists will work to optimize programs, devise solutions, and select the most favorable options based on value, carbon footprint, and cost.
Tetra Tech’s Chairman and CEO expressed enthusiasm for utilizing their scientific approach and global water expertise to deliver innovative solutions for a more robust, sustainable, and healthier North West of England.
Source : Tetra Tech
Continued expansion for Lutz in the UK
Lutz UK Limited has expanded into a larger 6500 square foot property at the new Loades Ecoparc estate in Coventry, marking the third time in five years the company has doubled its property size due to growth.
The new premises will accommodate increased stock, improved staff facilities, a dedicated pump training area, and space for further expansion.
Heinz Lutz, the group CEO, emphasized the importance of motivated employees and the company’s commitment to fostering their potential for future success.
Source : Lutz
UK businesses to build over 350km of new critical drainage system in Iraq worth $286 million
The UK government has secured funding for the construction of a 350km drainage network in the Al-Hillah district of Iraq, with a guarantee for £113 million in financing arranged by Standard Chartered Bank and a £113 million direct loan from His Majesty’s Treasury.
UK Export Finance has facilitated access to £226 million (US $286 million) in financing for the project, which aims to provide clean water to over 25,000 households and improved sanitation to hundreds of thousands.
This initiative is expected to support over £100 million in UK export contracts, contributing to nearly half of the total project value.
Source : GOV.UK
Euroby and Polat Makina Enter into a Fresh Partnership
Euroby Ltd, a prominent UK waste processing equipment and dewatering expert, has formed a new partnership with Turkish equipment provider Polat Makina.
This collaboration grants Polat Makina access to the UK market for the first time, while providing Euroby with an opportunity to expand its service offerings and improve turnaround times for clients.
With combined industry experience of over 50 years, the partnership aims to deliver innovative service offerings across various industries and drive long-term growth.
Source : Euroby
OctaiPipe secures £3.5 million to provide secure Edge AI and reduce reliance on the Cloud for critical systems
OctaiPipe, an end-to-end Edge AI platform, has secured £3 million in pre-Series A funding and a £500,000 non-equity grant. The pre-Series A round was led by SuperSeed with participation from Forward Partners, D2, Atlas Ventures, Martlet Capital, Gelecek Etki VC, and Arm-backed Deeptech Labs.
This funding will enable OctaiPipe to further develop its proprietary Federated Learning technology and expand the availability of its platform for IoT-dependent critical industries such as Energy, Utilities, Telecoms, Manufacturing, and connected device OEMs.
In addition, OctaiPipe has appointed Arnaud Lagarde as Chief Revenue Officer to lead its commercial development.
The company’s Federated Learning approach aims to train AI models locally at the Edge without exchanging data between IoT devices and Cloud servers, maximizing performance, system resilience, and data security while reducing Cloud data costs.
This funding will support OctaiPipe in advancing its technology and scaling its operations to address the trillion-dollar market of Critical Infrastructure.
Source : OctaiPipe
Rainmaker Worldwide Inc. finalizes the acquisition of Miranda Water Treatment Systems
Rainmaker Worldwide Inc., a subsidiary of Rainmaker Worldwide Inc., Nevada, has completed the acquisition of Miranda Water Treatment Systems. The transfer of Miranda shares has been finalized, and Michael Skinner of Viva Industries Inc.
has taken on the role of Chairman and CEO of Miranda. This acquisition aims to integrate resources and enable Miranda, in partnership with Rainmaker, to better serve global water and wastewater treatment needs.
The acquisition is expected to enhance Rainmaker’s financial performance and expand its global commercial footprint. The management anticipates increased revenue and positive EBITDA through driving sales, particularly in the Americas.
Source : Rainmaker
VA Tech Wabag and Peak Sustainability Ventures collaborate to establish 100 Bio-CNG plants at sewage facilities
VA Tech Wabag Limited (WABAG) and Peak Sustainability Ventures (PEAK) have signed an MoU to set up 100 Bio-CNG plants at sewage treatment facilities in India, the GCC, Africa, and European countries.
The partnership aims to utilize sewage treatment plants to produce Bio-CNG for transportation and industrial use, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
The collaboration is expected to generate over 73 million kgs of Bio-CNG annually and has a business potential of over USD 200 million. WABAG will provide technology expertise, while PEAK will offer energy-related inputs and assist in project financing.
Source : WABAG
Scottish Water appoints global EAM specialist BPD Zenith to drive asset management transformation
Scottish Water has enlisted BPD Zenith, a global Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) solutions leader, to spearhead its asset management transformation as part of a six-year, £5.8 billion strategic improvement plan.
The partnership aims to streamline operations, enhance asset performance, and provide high-quality water and wastewater services to customers across Scotland.
BPD Zenith will implement its MaxiCloud solution, powered by IBM’s Maximo Application Suite, to drive technical innovation and improvement, support asset investment planning, and contribute to a sustainable, carbon-neutral future.
Source : BPD Zenith
Aganova is awarded a contract to detect leaks in critical water pipelines in Cordoba, Spain
The Provincial Government of Córdoba, through Emproacsa, has awarded Aganova a contract to audit losses in the critical water pipeline connecting the reservoir of La Colada with the Sierra Boyera drinking water treatment plant.
This initiative is part of an urgent plan to address the water supply issue in northern Córdoba during a drought. Aganova’s diagnostic inspection technology will provide crucial information for prompt repairs and efficient water management, reflecting the commitment to innovation and sustainability in water management.
Source : Aganova
Taoping builds revenue momentum with innovative off-grid wastewater treatment solutions
Taoping Inc. (Nasdaq: TAOP) has announced a surge in revenue driven by growing demand for its innovative off-grid wastewater treatment solutions.
The company offers high-efficiency, market-priced solutions with comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Taoping’s CEO, Mr. Lin Jianghuai, emphasized the company’s commitment to environmental cleanup and providing clean water, highlighting the positive impact of their solutions on communities in developing countries and remote areas.
The company’s partnership in sewage treatment projects and pilot implementations across China signifies ongoing growth and success.
Source : Taoping Inc.
