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Achieving Olympic Gold in Water Resources
American companies address Beijing water challenges in preparation for the world’s top summer sporting event

Major American conglomerates are wrapping up hundreds of projects for the upcoming Beijing Summer Olympics that kick off on Aug. 8. They are providing energy, air, transportation, and water technologies that support 37 venues, including 12 new stadiums, a new airport terminal, 14 water treatment installations, and more.

Beyond the games, it is hoped that Beijing’s citizens will enjoy many aspects of a rebuilt city. Read More

The National Stadium, pictured above, known as the “Bird’s Nest,” will serve as the main venue of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. General Electric (GE; Trevose, Pa.) is providing a rainwater recycling system designed to lower the stadium’s water consumption. Photo courtesy of GE. Click for larger image.

With so much attention on global warming this election year, the Democratic National Convention, Republican National Convention, and their respective host cities have all pledged that the 2008 conventions will be the greenest in history.

What measures are they taking to ensure green conventions, particularly in terms of water quality and sustainability? Read More

For the past 3 years, the Water Environment Federation (WEF; Alexandria, Va.) has quietly begun implementing various initiatives to reduce its impact on the environment, culminating with the launch of the Low Carb(on) Diet in mid-2007. WEF understands that its own practices as an organization must reflect its mission to “preserve and enhance the global water environment.” Read more