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Plugging the leak: Innovative solutions for reducing water loss and its economic impact
As global water demand rises and infrastructure ages, water loss due to leaks has become unsustainable; up to 30% of treated water is lost worldwide. The EU’s Drinking Water Directive mandates utilities to monitor and reduce leakage, requiring advanc …
Q&A: Datatecnics on Solutions to Overcome Barriers in Water Management
We spoke to Datatecnics' Founder and CEO, Suhayl Zulfiquar, to discuss how their advanced solutions are reshaping utility management. Suhayl’s insights not only illuminate the potential of smart technology in predicting network failures and optimisin …
Q&A: Samp’s Approach to Streamlining Water Utility Operations with 3D and AI
Samp is a forward-thinking company that is reshaping the way utilities manage their infrastructure. By blending state-of-the-art technology with practical solutions, Samp is enabling utilities to meet the complex demands of today’s rapidly changing l …
Unlocking Water from Air: How Reticular Chemistry is Reshaping Water Sustainability
As climate change intensifies water scarcity around the globe, innovative breakthroughs in material science are offering promising solutions to secure fresh water in even the harshest environments. A recent Newsweek article explores how advanced mate …
Video Interview: Arcadis on Supporting Utilities Reach AMP8 Targets
Gain insights from James Cooper, Global Director of Water at ARCADIS as he shares an update on recent project developments involving AMP8 targets and supporting water utilities tackle net-zero challenges.

AgTech Navigator News

  • Nofence has secured what is believed to be the largest agri-tech funding round of the year, enabling its global expansion and further investment in its virtual fencing technology, which uses GPS collars to manage livestock without physical barriers. The company, which already has a strong presence in several countries, aims to enhance product usability and expand its market reach, despite regulatory challenges in some European countries concerning animal welfare.
  • Loveland Products’ microbial-based input Extract XC is providing farmers a way to store crop nutrients for next year’s season.
  • 2026 is teeing up to be a challenging year for grain producers due to declining commodity prices and higher input costs, with growers seeking novel solutions like Tidal Grow’s AlignN fertiliser to save money.
  • A study published in Food and Energy Security reveals that while vertical farms in the UK can produce over 20 times the yield of traditional field farms and use significantly less water, they emit more greenhouse gases. Even with renewable energy, vertical farms produce 0.93 kg of emissions per kg of lettuce compared to 0.57 kg from field farms. The research highlights the need for vertical farming to become more energy-efficient and to explore alternative materials like coconut coir to reduce their environmental impact. Despite the current higher carbon cost, vertical farming holds potential for improving food security in the UK amid climate change challenges.