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Coming together to protect biodiversity in our communities
In 2023, Xylem employees volunteered 30,000 hours at 400 events designed to protect their local watersheds and preserve biodiversity.
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PFAS perspectives: How new PFAS regulations will impact the water sector
Xylem experts dive into the impacts of new PFAS regulations on industry, technology and environmental stewardship – and innovative technologies available.
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New industry models to simplify water pipeline data
Xylem and PODS create first-of-a-kind industry data models to help organize and communicate utility pipeline assessment data.
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Why utilities need to prioritize reducing nitrous oxide emissions
Nitrous oxide (N2O) can be a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater treatment. Here are steps utilities can take to manage emissions.
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Emerging PFAS trends: Insights from Xylem's innovation leader on the Water Values Podcast
Get expert insights on the EPA’s new PFAS regulation, how it impacts water operators and communities, and the next generation of PFAS-fighting technologies.
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Earth Day 2023: 5 ways Xylem is reducing our environmental footprint
For Earth Day 2023, we’re spotlighting 5 ways that Xylem is investing in our planet by reducing our environmental impact. We’re committed to being a responsible corporate steward, advancing sustainability across our company footprint, and through our customer solutions and work to serve communities, as we address the world’s water challenges.
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SIWW 2024: Xylem CEO Matthew Pine on transitioning to a water-secure world
At Singapore International Water Week, Matthew Pine discussed escalating global water challenges and the proven technologies available to solve them.
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Illinois community group leverages Xylem monitoring technology to champion orphan lakes
Lake County Lake Lovers, a volunteer-driven initiative in Lake County, Illinois, is using Xylem’s water quality monitoring technology and expertise to assess the health of local lakes. Through community science, public engagement, and data-driven restoration, the group is inspiring citizens and leaders to take action to improve local water bodies.
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The race to net zero: Meet four global water utilities setting the pace on decarbonization
Learn how water utilities in Chile, China, Belgium and Germany are transforming water management to be more energy-efficient and less carbon-intensive.
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Great Lakes Water Authority protects Michigan’s largest water transmission main with technology-powered advanced inspection program
The Great Lakes Water Authority is strengthening water reliability across Michigan by using Xylem’s PipeDiver® technology to proactively inspect and protect a critical transmission main. The inspection, completed in a single day without interrupting service, will help pinpoint any damage, prioritize repairs, and save costs – building a more resilient water future for communities across the Great Lakes Water Authority water system.
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Florida utilities partner with Xylem’s Flygt Services Solutions to strengthen reliability through preventative maintenance
At facilities in Sanford and Jupiter, Florida, Xylem’s Flygt Services Solutions teams are helping water and wastewater utilities stay ahead of maintenance challenges through expert care and preventative maintenance agreements (PMAs). In this behind-the-scenes look, Branch Manager Ben Griffin shares how proactive service keeps equipment performing at its best – so utilities can focus on delivering reliable water to their communities.
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Maximising mixing: is it time to look beyond motor efficiency?
Against a backdrop of rising energy costs and tighter sustainability goals, maximising mixing efficiency is critical. Traditionally, the spotlight has been on motor efficiency to boost performance but this overlooks the influence of other key factors at play. Hanna Do, Global Product Manager at Xylem explains why it’s important to look beyond IE motor ratings and the primary considerations for selecting a submersible mixer. -
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Utility strengthens resilience and customer service with 300,000 advanced meters and communication network
The meters provide near real-time data for water and power customers, enabling improved reliability, monthly billing and prompt customer service.
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From data overload to actionable insights: Why utilities need AI driven analytics
Discover how AI-driven analytics from Xylem Data Lake (XDL) empower utilities to transform data overload into actionable insights. Streamline operations, detect leaks, optimize load profiles, and make faster, smarter decisions with intuitive tools and real-time analytics. -
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Use cases that deliver immediate ROI: Outage metrics, load aggregation & asset management
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People of Xylem: Veterans leading with mission focus to protect communities during water emergencies
Xylem veterans share how the skills they honed during their military service, from innovative problem-solving to teambuilding to rapid response, help them tackle urgent water challenges such as advanced treatment after Hurricane Helene and dewatering after severe weather and water main breaks.
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The Soweto Garden Network: Creating a new model to feed communities
At Orange Farm, an hour south of Soweto, South Africa, a young boy cups his hands in freshly turned soil and smiles, as he and his classmates learn how to plant spinach, red cabbage, and potato seedlings. Closer to the city, at the Megatong Primary School, a Xylem volunteer installs a rainwater collection tank for a new drip irrigation system at the school’s community garden, where the students will put their new skills to work to grow their own fresh produce.
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Ripple Effect: Accelerating digital transformation
How digital twin technology can help water utilities ride the digital wave
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How water utilities benefit from digital twins at the asset level
Water utilities are increasingly using digital twin technology at the asset level to optimize maintenance and lower costs. Here’s how a wastewater utility in Europe used digital twin technology to solve cavitation issues at a pumping station.
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How one utility uses a digital twin to manage real-time drinking water distribution
Operators need to efficiently manage drinking water networks, but they often lack visibility into their systems to make data-driven decisions. Learn how one utility is using hydroinformatics and a network digital twin to improve operations.
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More than 4,400 students from 150 countries participate in Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge
High school and university students developed solutions to the world’s biggest water security and sustainability threats. Meet this year’s winners.
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World Water Day 2023: 5 stories of solving water and accelerating change
On World Water Day 2023, Xylem celebrates our customers for delivering clean, safe water and combatting pollution despite mounting water challenges. Here are 5 stories of innovation to make their communities and businesses more water-secure and sustainable.
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Partnering to make holiday parks more efficient and sustainable
Center Parcs De Eemhof uses Xylem intelligent pumping solution to cut energy and cleaning costs by more than 70%.
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Ripple Effect: Inside Aurora Water’s digital shift to build a more resilient city
Aurora Water in Colorado is transforming its aging water system to meet the needs of a growing population through digital tools, smart meters, and predictive analytics. The utility uses condition assessments, machine learning, and a 3D digital twin to spot risks and guide infrastructure investments. This data-driven approach helps Aurora deliver reliable water and build a resilient, sustainable system for its growing community.