Inflow and infiltration – these words are the dread of public works departments and all those who oversee sewer and drainage systems. When combined with an aging pipe infrastructure such as the city of Davenport, Iowa’s 150-year-plus old system, “I&I,” as they’re commonly known, can spell disaster.
Read more: City of Davenport West Side Diversion Tunnel Project
In Florida, the Port of Miami is not only a vital part of the infrastructure, but a key contributor to the economy, according to Kevin Lynskey, assistant port director for business initiatives.
“The port is a powerful economic generator,” he says. “It is the second-leading generator in Miami-Dade County.” For instance, while the port itself employs a staff of 400, it also helps support 180,000 jobs both directly and indirectly, in the state through its businesses, which include cruises and cargo line services.
The metals that the water of Long Lake helped mine were precious, but so is the energy the flow of that water can generate. Near Stewart, British Columbia, and the Alaska border, Long Lake has been the site of mining operations for more than 100 years, but it currently is being mined for its hydroelectric power.
Many businesses are experiencing a downturn, but one sector that continues to enjoy strong demand is energy. Lakeland Electric offers a resource that everyone needs, even in hard times. “[We are] providing a vital service,” General Manager James Stanfield says.
To many, wastewater services may not seem to be emotionally rewarding, but Gary Zrelak would disagree. He is the director of operations for the Greater New Haven Water Pollution Control Authority (GNHWPCA), where employees regularly treat water so people can use it again.
Read more: Greater New Haven Water Pollution Control Authority
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