It is the policy of the Government of British Columbia to eliminate all combined sewer overflows (CSOs). To give effect to this policy, the provincial Municipal Sewage Regulation establishes requirements for how overflows must be managed and controlled. In response, local municipalities, including the City of Vancouver, have embarked on a long-term program to eliminateContinueContinue reading “Eliminating Combined Sewer Overflows in Vancouver”
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Melbourne Water’s Top Capital Project of 2025
Projects with highest projected capital expenditures set the strategic direction for the water industry each year. These initiatives mobilise authorities, contractors, suppliers, while also serving as a valuable source of insight for early-career water professionals seeking to understand emerging trends within the sector. All information presented here is derived from publicly available sources including waterContinueContinue reading “Melbourne Water’s Top Capital Project of 2025”
Exploring Vancouver’s Commitment to Renewable Energy and Sustainable Practices
As the holiday season approached, I found myself in the picturesque city of Vancouver, BC, Canada, to celebrate Christmas and welcome the new year. Besides the stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, what truly caught my attention was the city’s dedication to renewable energy, particularly through the use of hydropower, renewable natural gas (or biogas), andContinueContinue reading “Exploring Vancouver’s Commitment to Renewable Energy and Sustainable Practices”
Is that sewer I’m smelling?
It might very well be! Melbourne was once well known as “Marvellous Smellbourne” as it struggled with managing its sewer that flowed free and clogged up its drainage system. Yes, you heard that right. Melbourne did not have a dedicated sewerage system until 1897 when its construction started under the leadership of William Thwaites. MelbourneContinueContinue reading “Is that sewer I’m smelling?”
Victorian recycled water projects under national spotlight
On 26th February 2021, Infrastructure Australia released a new Infrastructure Priority list for 2021. This list features a Victorian opportunity to invest in recycle water infrastructure in South East of Melbourne. Melbourne Water’s Eastern treatment plant already produces 130 billion liters of recycled water each year. Some of this recycle water (approximately 5%) is reusedContinueContinue reading “Victorian recycled water projects under national spotlight”
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