Environment Agency warns England faces 5 billion litre public water shortage by 2055 without urgent action
The Environment Agency is warning that England faces a massive 5 billion litre a day shortfall for public water supplies by 2055 without urgent action to futureproof resources – and a further 1 billion litre a day deficit for the wider economy.
Uisce Éireann repeats call for essential nighttime restrictions in Trim to maintain daytime supply
Uisce Éireann has yet again advised customers in Trim and surrounding areas that an overnight restriction is essential to maintain a daytime supply.
Grundfos Water Utility CEO discusses how better water management can help solve climate challenges in our lifetime
In an Expert Focus article for WaterBriefing, HP Nanda, CEO at Grundfos Water Utility, discusses whether better water management help solve climate challenges in our lifetime.
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.
Environment Agency Chief warns water crisis is "a ticking time bomb"
Chief Executive of the Environment Agency Sir James Bevan is warning that the water crisis a ticking time bomb - with issues including water quality, population growth, water shortages and climate change.
Consultation on emerging regional water resources plan for South East England launched
The scale of the future water security challenge facing the South East has been unveiled with the publication of the first ever regional water resources plan for the region.
West Country Water Resources consults on Emerging Regional Plan for water resources
The West Country Water Resources (WCWR) group has launched a consultation on its Emerging Regional Plan for water resources - the first ever regional water resources plan for the South West of England.
Yorkshire Water - stark predictions of what reservoirs could look like in 50 years
With the Environment Agency predicting shortages within 25 years if no action is taken, and Yorkshire Water expecting 100 million litres less in its daily supply by 2045 – the water company has released an immersive 360˚ video, which gives a glimpse into what the future of its reservoirs could look like if predictions are correct.
Parliamentary Committee warns parts of UK could run out of water and calls for Government action
Chairman of the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC), Philip Dunne, has written to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) requesting an update on measures such as leakage targets and managing water consumption.
NAO warns more government action needed now to stop parts of southern England running out of water within 20 years
The National Audit Office (NAO) is warning that the government must take more concerted action now to prevent parts of southern England running out of water within 20 years.
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