Drones are still a nascent technology, and the market is still maturing. Hardware quickly becomes obsolete and the laws governing drone use are continually changing. By utilizing firms that have experience in navigating the complex regulatory and technical challenges of the drone industry, a site manager can reap the benefits of this technology while avoiding… Read More

Drones have an exceptional ability to get into hard to reach and tight locations easily. Whether it is the rooftop on a water treatment plant or the envelope of an elevated water tank, drones combined with high powered zoom lenses are able to quickly inspect issues close-up. In the photo below, a drone was able… Read More

Recent developments in drone thermal imaging have proven to be especially effective at identifying water quality issues. Walden and Harkin have undertaken multiple case studies which show, under proper conditions, that many illicit discharges (sources of potential pollution) produce a measurable change in temperature that can be seen with a thermal drone. By flying in… Read More

Why have drones increased in demand and usage in such a short timespan? The reasons are many, but in this guide, we’ll focus on a specific use case: How Walden Environmental Engineering and Harkin Aerial have developed ways to use drones to improve water quality, map water infrastructure, and detect/locate issues in drinking water and… Read More

Your Guide to UAVs in Environmental Engineering Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs, also known as drones) can be a helpful tool for many companies, government agencies and other organizations. They may be considered cutting-edge technology, but their use has been around for longer than most might realize. Use of small drones in the commercial space formally… Read More

The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) issued a Notice Soliciting Comments from municipalities and other water authorities interested in serving, consolidating, acquiring or otherwise providing service to areas currently served by American Water Company (NYSE: AWK).  The PSC has received many requests to replace the current providers of water service with a municipal owner… Read More

As we all emerge in phases and new protocols from the impacts of the Novel Coronavirus, the office buildings, schools, co-working facilities and gyms all sit waiting for our return. The quality of the tap water within the buildings can be altered due to stagnant conditions or even the lower flow conditions occurring with little… Read More

The 2019 National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week will be taking place from October 20th – 26th. In preparation for this week, Walden encourages you to review the following information on the topic and consider providing information and preventative measures to your employees and customers. Why is lead an issue? Lead causes health issues when absorbed… Read More

Walden at Fort Wayne, Indiana: Lincolndale Drive Area Drainage Study Q&A With Tom Gountras This month, we are highlighting the work of Tom Gountras of the Walden Fort Wayne office with the engineering study he is working on regarding drainage in the Lincolndale Drive area of Fort Wayne, Indiana. This engineering study is being conducted… Read More

Cyberthreats to Water and Wastewater Utilities Cyberthreats are a growing concern for water and wastewater utility organizations. Antivirus programs are no longer enough and attackers can intentionally or unintentionally threaten public health and the environment. This month’s featured article in the Journal of the American Water Works Association (Improving Security for SCADA and Administrative Networks… Read More