Big fines for water polluters
The courts isued big fines last week to two companies responsible for major water pollution offences. In one case an oil spill cost the firm concerned over £17,500.
Latest UK R and D Investment Rankings by sector published
The Department for Business Innovation and Skills has published The 2010 R & D Scoreboard – the top 1000 UK and 1000 Global Companies by R & D Investment.
Construction industry needs huge change to meet low carbon challenge
The construction industry faces the largest change management programme since Victorian times if it is to meet the low carbon agenda, according to an industry report published today.
US$15 trillion investor group calls for action on climate change
Investors responsible for the management of US$15 trillion funds have issued a statement calling for policies to unlock the vast potential of low-carbon markets and avoid economic devastation caused by climate change.
Mogden improvement work progressing well
Thames Water has made significant progress at Mogden Sewage Works in west London, which is undergoing a £140m upgrade to reduce the amount of storm sewage that overflows into the River Thames following heavy rain.
Water companies criticised for “secrecy” decision
The water companies came in for sharp criticism yesterday for their ongoing failure to inform the public of their regular discharges of raw sewage into the country’s rivers.
Pennon Group publishes latest half year results - strong start to AMP5
Business’ environmental record prompts new focus on poor performers
A comprehensive review of industry’s environmental performance in England and Wales has been published by the Environment Agency.
Flood management for the future
United Utilities reports results “slightly ahead” of board expectations
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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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- Illegal connections to Thames Water network costs repeat offender £13,000+ in court
- MPS debate public ownership of water sector - Government currently considering new powers for mayors
- House of Commons EFRA Committee launches call for evidence on emergency response to flooding
- Southern Water begins work ON £17 million upgrade of Pennington Wastewater Treatment Works
- Complaints about water companies soar by 84% amid discontent over bill rises
- South East Water starts early market engagement for upcoming £1.62bn procurement of network maintenance services and network capital works
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
Hear how Scottish Water has completed its £235 million Ayrshire Glasgow Resilience Project - customers across Greater Glasgow, Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire will now benefit from a more secure and resilient water supply. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest.
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