May/June 2007
Vol 2, No 3
A Breath of Fresh Air
Aeration can improve water quality and cut treatment costs.
By Carol Brzozowski
Techno-nential Gains
Automated meter reading technologies offer gigantic improvements in staff productivity,
customer service, and systemwide monitoring capability.
By Don Talend
A Software Springboard
The monthly billing headache inspires a Washington water utility's software upgrade.
By Lori Lovely
The Sunshine Solution
No longer just for remote locations, solar power can provide low-cost electricity and
even offset carbon dioxide emissions.
By Diane McDilda
Building a Buffer in New Orleans
Louisiana officials plan to use millions of gallons of treated wastewater to restore the
swamps around New Orleans.
By Dan Rafter
Complexity Control
As water conservation managers strive to optimize irrigation scheduling, online system
monitoring helps them manage increases in variables.
By Don Talend
Grass Isn't Always Greener
Recognizing the limits of its water supply, Salt Lake City promotes xeriscaping.
By Amy R. Ramos
Testing Waters ... Saving Pipes
Water-quality testing devices for water monitoring are abundant and often have some
unexpected benefits when it comes to water efficiency.
By Peter Hildebrandt
Conservation via Persuasion
Southern California water districts and homebuilders unite to launch a unique pilot
program that helps ensure adequate residential water supplies.
By Don Talend
Hidden in the Water
California gets serious about tracking the energy costs embedded in water.
By Penelope Grenoble
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