New report warns financial institutions "deeply exposed to stranded assets" caused by global water crisis
A new report released today by non-profits CDP and Planet Tracker reveals how financial institutions are exposed to significant risks posed by depleted and contaminated water supplies - with US$13.5 billion in assets already stranded and US$2 billion at risk in four key infrastructure sectors due to water issues.
CDP says apparel, financial services, and fossil fuel sectors have critical impact on global water resources
Environmental disclosure platform CDP has released the first-of-its-kind tool, Water Watch: CDP’s Water Impact Index which reveals the world’s most polluting and water-intensive industries.
Luxury fashion group Kering sets exemplar approach to water use through sustainability ethos
In the run-up to the UN’S COP26 international climate change conference which takes place in Glasgow in November 2021, a detailed case study by Holly Kelsey, a Paris-based researcher in sustainable fashion takes an in-depth look at Kering, one of the world’s luxury fashion brands known for its commitment to sustainability.
Waterscan announced as CDP’s accredited water consultancy partner for the UK
Waterscan has become the UK’s only accredited water consultancy partner to the CDP in a move which addresses the growing importance and complexity of reporting on water.
New report warns cost of water risks to business five times higher than cost of taking action
A new report is warning that the cost of water risks to business could be more than five times greater than the cost of taking action now to tackle them - and investors are calling for greater transparency and action from companies to address the risks.
Anglian Water makes CDP 2020 ‘A List’ of environmental leaders
Over 300 companies including Anglian Water (the only UK water company to make the A list), AstraZeneca, Danone, Firmenich, HP Inc, KAO Corporation, Klabin S/A, Mars, Symrise AG and Mitsubishi Electric have today been named on this year’s A List by environmental non-profit CDP. This is a major increase on last year, despite the unprecedented challenges posed by COVID-19.
Global collective action on water risks - WWF calls for new financing mechanisms
International NGO WWF is calling for a scale up of collective action globally to tackle water risks – especially through engagement with the financial sector around both risk and opportunity.
1500 suppliers reveal water data via CDP global supply chain disclosure
The number of companies forging ahead with an industry-leading approach to tackling emissions in the supply chain has doubled in a year, according to new research by CDP, the non-profit global environmental disclosure platform, with analysis provided by McKinsey & Company.
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ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
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