吴起县今年投入750万元规划建设8处农村供水工程，杨畔子小型集中供水工程是其中之一。"杨畔 子小型集中供水工程8月底开工，截至目前已建成1口水源井、1个蓄水池和33口检查井，能为周边30 户、196人稳定供水。"项目经理薛宝宝说。为避免工程"建而不管、管而不实"，吴起县建立长效管护机 制，组织各村村委会选拔专业管理人员负责设施日常巡检、维修，从制度上守住"饮水安全线"。目前， 全县8处供水工程已基本完工，累计惠及1403名群众。 "以前吃水靠水窖。天一旱，窖里没水了还得跑远路去拉。现在，政府给我们打了机井，打开水龙 头就有清水，再也不用看天吃水了。"11月25日，在吴起县铁边城镇暴城村，村民汪友梅看着自家水管 里流出来的清水说，杨畔子小型集中供水工程解了她的"吃水愁"。 在宝塔区青化砭镇蟠龙供水有限公司青化砭泵站，新的调流调压阀已安装完成，清洁水通过管道被 输送到周边村庄。 今年，延安市将农村供水保障纳入"十大民生实事"，通过新建、改扩建饮水工程，以及建立长效管 护机制，靶向解决部分农村群众"喝水难、水不稳"问题。 为有效解决问题，蟠龙供水有限公司多次实地勘察，并邀请专家组反复论证、制定实施方案。6月 23日 ...

山东省委省政府高度重视农村供水保障工作，部署实施农村供水水质提升行动，推动农村供水高质量发 展。省纪委监委立足监督的再监督，将农村供水领域突出问题纳入政治监督内容，作为群众身边不正之 风和腐败问题重点整治民生实事项目，加强监督检查，严肃查处作风和腐败问题。 今年初，该市纪委监委监督发现，禹城市莒镇多个村庄存在储水用水设施管护不到位，村内供水管网老 化严重，水压不足及高峰期用水难等问题。该市纪委监委督促有关部门落实责任，推动加快改造基础设 施、提升水质，有效解决群众用水难题。如今，新建储水装置已投入使用，34个村（社区）老旧管网更 新改造完成。 为进一步提升监督质效，山东纪检监察机关结合农村供水区域特点精准靶向纠治。省纪委监委驻省水利 厅纪检监察组制定加强农村供水工程保障监督工作若干措施，会同驻在部门建立联合监督调研、问题线 索移交等工作机制，形成同题共答"一盘棋"格局。聊城市纪委监委紧盯重点地区、薄弱环节，常态化开 展一线监督，持续压实地方政府主体责任、行政主管部门行业监管责任、供水单位运行管理责任。 "农村供水保障工作涉及多部门、各环节，只有贯通各类监督力量，构建横向到边、纵向到底的协同机 制，才能确保监督 ...

Core Viewpoint - Shandong province has pioneered the "Electricity to Water" reform to address rural water supply management challenges, enabling data sharing between water and electricity systems for improved governance and efficiency [2][4]. Group 1: Challenges in Rural Water Supply - Traditional management models face limitations, with 8.6 million natural villages and a population of 72.62 million relying on rural water networks in Shandong [3]. - Issues such as undetected underground water pipe leaks and low-frequency manual inspections hinder effective monitoring of water supply facilities [3]. - The lack of real-time data on water usage leads to regulatory blind spots, making it difficult to identify anomalies in water consumption [3]. Group 2: Innovative Solutions - The "Electricity to Water" mechanism integrates data from the electricity and water sectors, allowing for real-time monitoring and anomaly detection [4][5]. - The initiative includes the establishment of a unified "one household, one code" database to track water and electricity usage, enhancing operational efficiency [6]. - Pilot projects in Dezhou demonstrate the effectiveness of this model, with real-time monitoring of equipment leading to improved water quality management [5]. Group 3: Implementation and Future Plans - The reform will be implemented in two phases, with pilot projects in 12 counties by mid-2026, followed by a broader rollout across the province [7]. - The initiative aims to create a "water-electricity family" service station to provide convenient services and monitor usage for vulnerable groups [7]. - The ultimate goal is to establish industry standards for the "Electricity to Water" model and expand its application to other sectors [7].

Core Insights - The labor shortage issue in Russia has eased, with the personnel supply rate dropping to -25.7 points in Q3, returning to 2023 levels [1] - The agricultural and water supply sectors continue to face the most severe labor shortages [1] - The Central Bank of Russia predicts that by the end of 2025, companies will tighten their hiring plans and be more cautious in assessing the need for new employees [1] - Employers are adopting a more cautious approach to salary increases, with plans to raise salaries by only 0.8% in Q4, primarily targeting specific skilled professionals [1] - Most companies are not considering adjustments to the salaries of all employees at this time [1] - The Russian labor market is expected to be overheated in 2024, with unemployment rates hitting historical lows [1] - As economic growth slows, the demand for labor is decreasing [1]

Core Points - The water supply pipeline renovation project in Baoji City has been completed after over 900 days, significantly enhancing the city's water supply capacity [1] - The project, which started in April 2023, involved the installation of 24.4 kilometers of new ductile iron pipes, marking a major milestone for Baoji's urban development [1] - The new pipeline can supply up to 120,000 cubic meters of water daily, addressing the water needs of local residents [1] Project Details - The pipeline runs from Fengjiashan Water Plant, passing through various regions including Qianhe Town and Jintai Avenue, and crosses complex areas such as the Yinchuan Canal and the Longhai Railway [1] - The construction was executed in two phases to ensure normal water supply during the process, and the entire line is now connected [1] - Innovative construction techniques were employed, such as using stainless steel-lined non-excavation methods to cross the Yinchuan Canal, ensuring progress without affecting agricultural irrigation [1] Future Implications - The upgraded water supply pipeline is expected to provide reliable water support for Baoji City's future urban development [1]

Core Viewpoint - The company is a leading player in the water supply industry in China, with a stable development in its main water supply business and a first-mover advantage in pipeline drinking water [1] Group 1: Company Overview - The company serves over 30 million people in urban water supply and approximately 12 million in pipeline drinking water as of FY2025 [1] - The revenue structure includes urban water supply (64.3%), environmental protection (13.1%), general contracting (5.7%), pipeline drinking water (5.6%), property development and investment (3.1%), and other segments (8.2%) [1] - The company has no controlling shareholder, with a diversified and balanced ownership structure, including major shareholders such as the chairman Duan Chuanliang (27.4%), Orix (27.3%), and Great Wall Life Insurance [1] Group 2: Financial Highlights - The company has passed its peak capital expenditure phase, with FY2024 capital expenditure at HKD 5.14 billion, decreasing to HKD 3.24 billion in FY2025, leading to a positive free cash flow of HKD 150 million [1] - The capital expenditure is expected to be capped at HKD 2 billion in FY2026, indicating a clear turning point for capital expenditure and potential for increasing free cash flow and dividends [1] Group 3: Industry Insights - The water supply and sewage treatment sectors are experiencing stable growth, with municipal public facility investments showing signs of recovery due to national equipment renewal policies [2] - The projected CAGR for water supply and sewage treatment from 2025 to 2027 is 0.37% and 1.2%, respectively [2] - The company’s operational capacity as of FY2025 includes water supply (730,000 tons/day), sewage (90,000 tons/day), and raw water (189,000 tons/day), with ongoing construction capacities showing limited growth [2] Group 4: Drinking Water Segment - The company has made strategic acquisitions in the pipeline drinking water sector, which are expected to stabilize profitability despite a decline in connection and construction business [3] - Forecasted net profit for FY2026-2028 is HKD 1.25 billion, HKD 1.28 billion, and HKD 1.31 billion, with year-on-year growth rates of 16.5%, 2.2%, and 2.4% respectively [3] - Assuming a dividend payout ratio of 42.53% for FY2026-2028, the corresponding dividend yields are projected to be 5.3%, 5.4%, and 5.5% [3]

Group 1 - The average net salary for employees in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in September 2025 was 1,603 marks, with a nominal month-on-month increase of 0.5% and a real increase of 0.3% [1] - Year-on-year, the average net salary showed a nominal increase of 17.1% and a real increase of 12.8% [1] - The sectors with the highest month-on-month salary increases in September 2025 were agriculture, forestry, and fishing (2.9%), electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply (2.2%), and health and social services (1.8%) [1] Group 2 - The sectors with the largest month-on-month salary decreases included the financial and insurance sector (down 3.1%), scientific and technical sector (down 0.7%), and water supply, sewage, and waste management sector (down 0.4%) [1] - The average gross salary for employees in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in September 2025 was 2,502 marks, with a nominal month-on-month increase of 0.6% and a real increase of 0.4% [1] - Year-on-year, the average gross salary experienced a nominal increase of 17.2% and a real increase of 12.9% [1]

Group 1 - The Beijing Water Group is conducting water supply suspension for construction of the hot spring water plant, affecting certain areas in Sujiatuo Town, Shangzhuang Town, and Wenquan Town [1] - The water suspension is scheduled from November 20, 2025, 23:00 to November 21, 2025, 6:00 [1] - Affected units include various banks, educational institutions, and hospitals, as well as residential communities [4][5] Group 2 - Residents are advised to store necessary water in advance and to turn off water-using appliances during the suspension [5] - Emergency water supply vehicles will be stationed on-site to provide support to affected units and residents [5] - A customer service hotline is available for inquiries regarding the water supply [5]

Core Insights - Zhengzhou's South-to-North Water Diversion project has successfully completed its water supply tasks for the 2024-2025 period, achieving a total water supply of 61.728 million cubic meters, exceeding the annual plan by 1.9% [1] Group 1: Water Supply Performance - The total water supply for the year reached 61.728 million cubic meters, with 61.428 million cubic meters allocated for domestic use, representing 101.9% of the annual target [1] - The ecological water supply amounted to 3 million cubic meters [1] - Cumulatively, since the project's inception, the total water supply has reached 6.45 billion cubic meters, with 5.56 billion cubic meters for domestic use and 890 million cubic meters for ecological replenishment, benefiting over 9 million residents [1] Group 2: Operational Management - Zhengzhou has implemented scientific and timely water supply scheduling by optimizing operational plans, adjusting equipment deployment, and refining personnel allocation based on water demand changes [1] - Daily maintenance of pump stations and pipelines has been strengthened to ensure continuous good operational conditions of the equipment [1] - The operational center has enhanced personnel management to ensure timely implementation of scheduling needs [1] Group 3: Response to Water Supply Challenges - In response to reduced water storage at the Danjiangkou Reservoir and temporary supply limitations, the operational center has engaged in collaborative discussions and dynamic scheduling to ensure normal water supply across the city [1]

Core Insights - The Ningbo Industrial Water Supply Company is implementing a digital transformation project at the Yaojiang Water Plant, utilizing technologies such as IoT, digital twin, and AI to enhance operational efficiency and management [1][2] Group 1: Technological Advancements - An AI-powered inspection robot is now monitoring voltage, current, and temperature in the electrical cabinets, reducing manual inspections from six times a day to three, ensuring safety and precision [1] - The integration of 5G private networks and IoT sensing technologies with traditional water treatment processes has led to the creation of a new type of water plant that combines smart sensing, intelligent analysis, and digital control [1] Group 2: Operational Efficiency - The implementation of a mud detection robot and intelligent sludge discharge control has reduced manual intervention by 90%, significantly improving the efficiency of sludge discharge by 30% and lowering energy consumption by 10% [2] - The smart system has increased the daily water supply capacity of the Yaojiang Water Plant to 700,000 tons, allowing for the replacement of approximately 256 million cubic meters of high-quality reservoir water annually [2]