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Yahoo
a day ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Veolia Heads a Groundbreaking Wastewater Epidemiological Surveillance Across Europe
Wastewater analysis is a key tool for anticipating health risks, triggering preventive measures earlier, and thus strengthening the effectiveness of public health responses. Thanks to its specialized laboratories, Veolia will analyze up to 500 wastewater samples, each subjected to more than 500 different tests, in order to detect emerging health threats at an early stage. This surveillance is part of the EU4Health pioneering program, led by HaDEA (European Health and Digital Executive Agency - European Commission), aimed at monitoring the health status of the Europeans across major cities across the continent. PARIS, July 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Veolia (PARIS:VIE), the world leader in water technologies, is at the helm of a groundbreaking European epidemiological surveillance program that leverages wastewater as a real-time health indicator. The goal: detect emerging threats early and protect urban populations across the continent. Veolia will oversee the monitoring aspect of this three-year program and will analyze up to 500 wastewater samples collected from European cities in its laboratories in Spain. Each sample will undergo more than 500 in-depth analyses, targeting a wide range of pollutants, viruses, bacteria, and drug residues. This initiative is aligned with the revised European directive on wastewater treatment, which formally embeds epidemiological surveillance as a pillar of public health. It is also part of the European "One Health" strategy, which will enable the analysis of collective behavior, the assessment of the impact of public policies, and the identification of new threats, while strengthening Europe's health sovereignty. This principle was recently reiterated in the European Strategy for Water Resilience. Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia said: "Being a pioneer means anticipating tomorrow's challenges, and that's exactly what we're doing here, by transforming wastewater into an early warning tool on a European scale. This project is a concrete embodiment of our GreenUp strategic plan: our environmental solutions are also solutions for the health of citizens and the resilience of European territories. We are delighted to be able to bring the Group's expertise in water treatment and environmental health to the European Union, and to pave the way for a more connected, intelligent, and preventive public health system." The project is led by Veolia, in partnership with the CSIC (Spanish National Research Council), Cetaqua (Veolia Water Technology Center), and the University of Santiago de Compostela. It is based on more than ten years of field experience in wastewater monitoring in Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville, covering nearly a third of the Spanish population. Daniel Tugues, CEO of Veolia Spain, said: "The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed the untapped potential of wastewater for public health monitoring. This project puts that learning into practice on a large scale. We are very proud that the expertise of our teams is recognized at the European level. Thanks to this project, Spain is at the forefront of a new approach to environmental health, combining scientific rigor, technological innovation, and a commitment to the common good." ABOUT VEOLIA Veolia group aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Present on five continents with 215,000 employees, the Group designs and deploys useful, practical solutions for the management of water, waste and energy that are contributing to a radical turnaround of the current situation. Through its three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, to preserve available resources and to renew them. In 2024, the Veolia group provided 111 million inhabitants with drinking water and 98 million with sanitation, produced 42 million megawatt hours of energy and treated 65 million tonnes of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 44.7 billion euros in 2024. View source version on Contacts PRESS RELATIONS Laurent Obadia - Evgeniya Mazalova Anna Beaubatie - Aurélien Sarrosquy Charline Bouchereau Tel.+ 33 (0) 1 85 57 86 INVESTORS RELATIONS Selma Bekhechi - Ariane de Lamaze Tel. + 33 (0)1 85 57 84 76investor-relations@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
a day ago
- Health
- Business Wire
Veolia Heads a Groundbreaking Wastewater Epidemiological Surveillance Across Europe
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Veolia (PARIS:VIE), the world leader in water technologies, is at the helm of a groundbreaking European epidemiological surveillance program that leverages wastewater as a real-time health indicator. The goal: detect emerging threats early and protect urban populations across the continent. Veolia will oversee the monitoring aspect of this three-year program and will analyze up to 500 wastewater samples collected from European cities in its laboratories in Spain. Each sample will undergo more than 500 in-depth analyses, targeting a wide range of pollutants, viruses, bacteria, and drug residues. This initiative is aligned with the revised European directive on wastewater treatment, which formally embeds epidemiological surveillance as a pillar of public health. It is also part of the European 'One Health' strategy, which will enable the analysis of collective behavior, the assessment of the impact of public policies, and the identification of new threats, while strengthening Europe's health sovereignty. This principle was recently reiterated in the European Strategy for Water Resilience. Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia said: 'Being a pioneer means anticipating tomorrow's challenges, and that's exactly what we're doing here, by transforming wastewater into an early warning tool on a European scale. This project is a concrete embodiment of our GreenUp strategic plan: our environmental solutions are also solutions for the health of citizens and the resilience of European territories. We are delighted to be able to bring the Group's expertise in water treatment and environmental health to the European Union, and to pave the way for a more connected, intelligent, and preventive public health system.' The project is led by Veolia, in partnership with the CSIC (Spanish National Research Council), Cetaqua (Veolia Water Technology Center), and the University of Santiago de Compostela. It is based on more than ten years of field experience in wastewater monitoring in Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville, covering nearly a third of the Spanish population. Daniel Tugues, CEO of Veolia Spain, said: 'The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed the untapped potential of wastewater for public health monitoring. This project puts that learning into practice on a large scale. We are very proud that the expertise of our teams is recognized at the European level. Thanks to this project, Spain is at the forefront of a new approach to environmental health, combining scientific rigor, technological innovation, and a commitment to the common good.' ABOUT VEOLIA Veolia group aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Present on five continents with 215,000 employees, the Group designs and deploys useful, practical solutions for the management of water, waste and energy that are contributing to a radical turnaround of the current situation. Through its three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, to preserve available resources and to renew them. In 2024, the Veolia group provided 111 million inhabitants with drinking water and 98 million with sanitation, produced 42 million megawatt hours of energy and treated 65 million tonnes of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 44.7 billion euros in 2024.
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Veolia's Advanced Technologies Set New Standards for Large-Scale Water Reuse in Brazil
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Veolia (Paris:VIE), the global leader in water treatment technologies, has been selected to design and deliver Brazil's most advanced municipal wastewater reuse system for industrial applications. The new Águas de Reúso de Vitória Water Reclamation Station (Vitória WRS) marks a major milestone in the country's fight against water scarcity and sustainability ambitions. With a 450 liters per second (l/s) processing capacity — or 38,880 cubic meters per day (m 3 /d) — the system will recycle 85% of municipal wastewater from Vitória's Camburi basin. By redirecting reclaimed water to industrial users, the project frees up freshwater resources equivalent to the needs of nearly 200,000 people. This solution enables industries to increase their resilience through alternative water resources while preserving natural water supplies, transforming an underused waste stream into a valuable resource. As the first project of its kind in Brazil, Vitória WRS addresses the country's long-standing challenge with water reuse — currently representing less than 1% of total water consumption, according to the Brazilian Water Agency statistics (ANA). By setting a precedent for advanced, decentralized water reuse, it aims to pave the way for widespread adoption of sustainable water recycling solutions across Latin America. The project stems from Brazil's first public tender for water reuse. Led by Águas de Reúso de Vitória — a strategic partnership between GS INIMA and the Espírito Santo Sanitation Company (CESAN) — the station will provide a secure and sustainable water supply to major industrial players such as ArcelorMittal and Vale, both essential to the region's socio-economic development. Vitória WRS will be the world's first large-scale facility to convert a municipal wastewater treatment plant into a water reuse production station using membrane bioreactors and reverse osmosis. The facility will integrate Veolia's high-performance technologies for biological wastewater treatment intensification, including: memDENSE™ membrane bioreactor for ultra-compact biological treatment. ZeeWeed™ 500-EV ultrafiltration membranes for high-efficiency solids separation. PRO flex ™ high-recovery reverse osmosis for advanced contaminant removal. These combined technologies target key challenges such as biological phosphorus and nitrogen removal, delivering a cost-effective and reliable supply of high-quality water fit for industrial use while preserving natural freshwater sources. Estelle Brachlianoff, Chief Executive Officer of Veolia, added: ' This project sets a new benchmark for sustainability across Latin America. By leveraging our most advanced proprietary technologies, we're transforming challenges into opportunities and helping our partners achieve their goals while actively preserving water resources. As part of our GreenUp strategic program, we're committed to contributing to sustainable water management and are very pleased to bring our expertise to Brazil, expanding our strong presence in the country.' Paulo Roberto, president of GS INIMA in Brazil, commented: 'This pioneering project represents a significant step forward for Brazilian sanitation, combining innovative technologies with environmental stewardship. Incorporating Veolia's technologies into this Vitória project has resulted in a winning and competitive partnership, ensuring greater technical, economic and environmental feasibility. The project will enhance Brazilian sanitation with quality and operational excellence, expanding sustainable water solutions in the country. As the first water reuse subconcession catering to major industrial clients, it sets the bar and paves the way for a more sustainable future. ' ABOUT VEOLIA'S WATER TECHNOLOGIES As the world leader in water technologies and services, Veolia relies on its 17,500 water technology experts to deliver innovative solutions that drive both performance and sustainability, without compromise. With over 4,400 technology patents and serving more than 14,000 customers worldwide, Veolia's water technology activities generated 4.97 billion euros in revenue in 2024. These solutions are central to Veolia's GreenUp strategic plan, accelerating the ecological transformation of cities and industries while safeguarding resources for the future. ABOUT VEOLIA Veolia group aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Present on five continents with 215.000 employees, the Group designs and deploys useful, practical solutions for the management of water, waste and energy that are contributing to a radical turnaround of the current situation. Through its three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, to preserve available resources and to renew them. In 2024, the Veolia group provided 111 million inhabitants with drinking water and 98 million with sanitation, produced 42 million megawatt hours of energy and treated 65 million tonnes of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 44.7 billion euros in 2024.
News.com.au
2 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Waste company issues warning over popular bin night hack
It's the bin hack that has been described as 'genius' online, but a viral trick showing how to pull two of the household rubbish containers at once has prompted a waste management company to issue a warning. The unique method, shared by an Australian mum last week, involves connecting two bins together using the lids and hooking them to a car's towbar in order to pull them both at the same time. But the hack, which was first popularised by an American content creator last year, has sparked a warning from Veolia, a waste management company that operates across Australia and New Zealand. 'It's not uncommon for people with long driveways to hitch their bins to the towbar of their vehicles; we have also seen bins towed by bicycles, propelled by leaf blowers, and even guided by electric skateboards,' the spokesperson told 'But bins are designed to be used in the 'normal' way. That's what we recommend to keep yourself safe and the place tidy.' The brand also suggested that anyone 'struggling' to bring their bins back in should 'get a neighbour to help', stressing Aussies' safety was its number one concern. 'We all love our bins, but instead of giving them a tow take the opportunity to get those steps in and walk them to the kerb ― just watch out for your shins,' the spokesperson added. Its comments come after a video went viral demonstrating how frustrated bin users could save time with the tedious task. 'This is super niche, but this is something I wish I learnt sooner — how to drag two bins at the same time when you don't have any hands,' the Aussie mum-of-two said on social media. 'I just chuck the first lid inside the second [bin], close the second lid and yank it up so it's giving a little piggy back and then off you go.' The mum then attached the bins to the trailer hitch on the back of her car, and then drove down the long drive way on what appeared to be a rural property. Despite concerns from officials, many social media users appreciated the information, declaring they would give it a crack themselves. 'Love it. My son sits in the boot and pulls them up for me while I drive slowly,' one social media user said. Another added: 'It didn't work for me.' 'I put a hook on the lower part of the red bin,' one commented. One social media user said: 'OMG YES!!!! This is game changing living in a house with a battle axe driveway.' 'OK genius but how bloody long is your driveway,' another commented. The 'mind-blowing' tactic went viral in May last year after it was demonstrated by American creator Cade Grier, in a video that has been viewed tens of millions of times.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Veolia sees opportunity in hazardous waste
France-based water, energy and waste management major Veolia has its sights set on municipality (water distribution system) and hazardous waste treatment in India, said Guillaume Dourdin, CEO of the $52bn group. Hazardous waste solution is a priority for the group in India, Dourdin told TOI. 'Apart from handling hazardous waste, there are other services that Veolia can offer to industrial companies to help them better manage their water cycle process, water reuse for industrial use, and cooling. Since we are engaged with those industrial companies, we can support them in other aspects to address their sustainability and environmental challenges,' he said. In June, Veolia announced that it was adding 530,000 tonnes of new hazardous waste annual treatment capacity by 2030 to respond to intensifying global demand and critical treatment capacity shortages. Apart from hazardous waste, Dourdin added that Veolia will continue to develop its municipal presence. Veolia India has partnered with various local authorities in parts of New Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Mohali to provide 24/7 water supply through a water distribution system. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Modern Portable Stairlifts Require No Installation in 2025 Topicsift Undo Commenting on Veolia's work in Nagpur, where it is providing pressurised 24/7 drinking water supply, Dourdin said, 'We were able to reduce the non-revenue water (water that is produced and then lost) significantly. We deployed a digital solution that allows us to monitor the entire water supply and the customer service from a centralised control. Our customer service centre, which used to take only incoming calls, is now running campaigns of outgoing calls to check directly with the customer whether they are facing any issues with the water.' He added that the data allows them to identify areas where they still need to improve the water distribution. (The writer was in Paris at the invitation of Veolia.)
