Met Office and World Bank sign MoU on climate change
The Met Office and the World Bank Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Washington DC last week to signal their shared purpose to support developing countries to address climate change.
New analysis to help EU nations plan for climate change and extreme weather events
A detailed picture of European weather patterns over the past decades is now emerging thanks to an EU-funded project to re-analyse historical records. The results will help EU nations plan for climate change and and extreme weather in coming decades.
Land degradation and declining water resources are growing threats to global security
Land degradation is a growing threat to global security, according to Monique Barbut, Executive Secretary, UN Convention to Combat Desertification, speaking at the global observance of the World Day to Combat Desertification at the EXPO Milano, in Italy on 17th June.
New UK national water benchmarking project launched
Organisations and companies of all sizes from all sectors are being invited to apply for new fully grant-funded national UK water benchmarking project.
New report says aging infrastructure top priority for US water sector
Aging infrastructure has been identified as the top concern for water utilities in Black & Veatch’s annual report on the US water sector.
UK regulators consult on infrastructure crossover works by utilities
The UK Regulators Network has launched a new consultation seeking views on its proposals to help make the process of crossing or working near the pipes, wires and other equipment of utility network operators easier, quicker and cheaper.
New maps show vulnerability of European cities to climate change impacts
The European Environment Agency (EEA) has published a series of interactive maps, illustrating various climate threats European cities face, including water scarcity and flooding, as well as the cities’ capacity to respond.
Third Energy applies for permits to frack in North Yorkshire
Onshore and offshore exploration company Third Energy has applied to the Environment Agency for permits to frack in North Yorkshire.
Research warns of climate change impacts on mountain water resources
Rising temperatures in mountain regions could have a significant impact on ecosystems, societies and economies around the world over the coming decades, according to EU-funded researchers who led a landmark study into the effects of climate change on mountain water resources.
New Zealand and US lead in first-of-its-kind Coastal Governance Index
New Zealand and the United States do the best job of regulating their coastlines in a way that balances environmental protections with economic development, according to a new policy tool from The Economist Intelligence Unit.
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South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK. -
BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies.
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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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