New study says impacts of shale gas on water supplies overplayed
An independent study by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) says that compared to other fossil fuels the overall water use intensity of shale gas is low and that claims by some opponents that the industry represents a threat to the security of public water supplies are alarmist.
World Bank flags up multi-$bn water investment potential in emerging markets
The World Bank has published a new report flagging up water investment potential in the emerging markets of Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa for water, renewable energy and resource efficiency.
Are institutional barriers preventing greater update of SuDS in the UK?
Alex Stephenson, Director of Hydro International’s UK Stormwater Division and Chair of the British Water Sustainable Water Management (SuWM) Focus Group, examines whether institutional barriers preventing greater update of SuDS in the UK.
Switch water supplier and save money on your water bills
Many companies are now focusing on reducing water costs, driven by the need to reduce costs and reduce waste. Switching water suppliers is just the start of a strategically focused water cost reduction process.
Can the UK water sector learn from reforms in the Australian market?
In an Expert Focus article for Waterbriefing, James Docking, CEO of New Zealand-based Gentrack specialising in billing and CRM software discusses what lessons, if any, the UK water sector can learn from reforms in the Australian market.
Businesses could claim £millions back in rebates from water companies
In the run-up to non-household competition in 2017, millions of pounds’ worth of currently unclaimed water rebates could be claimed back by businesses who are starting to get to grips with their water bills.
Scottish SUDS success is clouded by adoption and maintenance inertia, survey reveals
Practitioners involved in the design and delivery of sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) in Scotland believe they have achieved success aided by powerful legislative drivers. However, many believe reluctance to adopt and maintain SUDS features is hindering further progress, a new survey suggests.
New report says water risks increasing for 3 global energy production hotspots
A new report surveying water risks among the world’s top energy-producing regions has found that three energy sectors face particularly high water risks: shale gas in the United States, coal production and coal-fired power in China and crude oil in the Middle East.
Business Stream CEO says England has enough time to prepare for retail competition in 2017
In the fourth and final article in the series, Mark Powles, Chief Executive of Business Stream, discusses what needs to be in place on 1st April 2017 when the non-household sector opens for competition – and whether the water companies in England will be ready for it.
Business Stream CEO says more innovation needed - both in services and technology
In the third in a series of articles based around an extended interview with Mark Powles, the Chief Executive of Business Stream discusses the services it provides to customers and the need for greater innovation in the marketplace.
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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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- WICS annual report on Scottish Water’s performance flags up growing concerns around delivery of several longer-term commitments
- Kering and partners launch Water Resilience Lab project to strengthen water resilience of Arno Basin in Italy
- CCW says 380,000 more households turn to social tariffs to ease water bill pressures
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