Cyanobacteria in drinking water: risk assessment, monitoring and management
Cawthron has decades of experience researching cyanobacteria and the toxins they produce. With new drinking water standards due to come into effect from 1 July 2022, we can help to manage cyanotoxin risk and ensure the safest drinking water.
Our partnership with Lutra
Cawthron has partnered with Lutra, to offer the best cyanotoxin management support available in New Zealand. Combining Lutra’s expert knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes and solutions with Cawthron’s expertise in cyanobacteria, we can provide an end-to-end solution to meet your needs.
What is cyanobacteria?
Cyanobacteria are a type of algae commonly found in freshwater environments, including those used for drinking water. Some cyanobacteria produce potent toxins which can cause serious health issues.
To ensure drinking water is safe, water supplies that have some risk level must be monitored for the level of cyanobacteria and toxins present.
Cawthron’s freshwater expertise
We are a convenient one-stop shop that combines analytical and consulting expertise. Our fully accredited laboratory offers the most extensive range of cyanotoxin testing in New Zealand, which can be combined to suit the needs of any water source.
Cawthron offers the following tests to monitor drinking water:
- Cyanobacteria
- Cyanotoxin gene detection
- Cyanotoxins by LC-MS
Find out more
The videos to the right include a series of panel discussions with Cawthron and Lutra that provide information about cyanobacteria, cyanotoxins and how suppliers can manage their risk. For more information, download an information sheet about our partnership with Lutra for drinking water assesment, testing and management.