Core Points - Aqua Indiana has initiated the expansion of its Midwest Wastewater Treatment Plant, marking a $28 million investment, which is the largest capital improvement project in the company's history in Indiana [1] - The expansion aims to increase capacity to meet the growing demand in the region while also focusing on environmental protection and long-term reliability [1]

Core Insights - The Jiangbian Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase V project in Changzhou has been selected as one of the benchmark green low-carbon wastewater treatment facilities by the National Development and Reform Commission, positioning it among 41 nationwide projects [1] - Upon completion and third-party evaluation, it will become the second batch of green low-carbon benchmark plants in China, potentially making it the first dual-benchmark facility in Jiangsu Province [1] Group 1 - The green low-carbon benchmark plants initiative is a joint effort by the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, focusing on efficient pollution reduction, energy conservation, resource recycling, and innovative management [1] - Changzhou has been proactive in implementing green low-carbon concepts since the end of 2021, initiating the Phase V project to expand its wastewater treatment capacity by 200,000 tons per day and sludge treatment capacity by 600 tons per day [1] Group 2 - The project features multiple resource utilization aspects, including high-quality reclaimed water reuse, photovoltaic green electricity, biogas power generation, and sludge resource utilization for gas supply [2] - It is constructing the largest ecological safety buffer zone in the province, utilizing surrounding rivers to enhance water conservation and biodiversity, contributing to urban ecological civilization [2] - The construction of the Jiangbian Phase V project is progressing smoothly, with over 400 workers actively engaged, and various construction phases are closely coordinated [2]