Report says water efficiency could provide $13-$15bn boost to U.S. economy
A new report from the Chicago -headquartered Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) says that a $13-$15 billion boost to the U.S. economy is possible through water efficiency and investment in water and energy efficiency programs could create 120,000 to 260,000 new jobs while saving between 6.5 and 10 trillion gallons of water.
New report shows flushing wipes is major cause of sewer blockages
The biggest ever in-depth investigation of sewer blockages in the UK has revealed that wipes being flushed down toilets are causing serious problems in the sewerage system.
Water watchdog warns over risks from rising leakage levels
The Consumer Council for Water (CCWater) is warning that some water companies risk dampening consumers’ motivation to use water more wisely unless they plug rising levels of leakage,
New report on future-proofing UK water sector over next decade
A new report, H2027 Future-proofing UK Water, published today by leading resource management company Veolia, highlights the emerging trends and innovative solutions needed for the UK water industry to meet the growing demand and resource needs over the next 10 years.
Unidentified water leaks cost UK businesses thousands of pounds annually
UK businesses are wasting thousands of pounds a year on unnecessary water costs by failing to identify and address leaks within the boundary of their property.
Oxford-led research says world needs to rethink the value of water
New research published in the journal Science and led by Oxford University is highlighting the accelerating pressure on measuring, monitoring and managing water locally and globally.
New report flags up potential role for systems operator in UK water sector
A new report commissioned by United Utilities, Severn Trent and Thames Water is highlighting the potential for creation of a system operator in the UK water sector.
Shared water resources tops agenda at Fourth Arab Water Forum
The 4th Arab Water Forum under the theme of Sharing Water … Sharing Destiny, is taking place this week in Cairo, Egypt under the auspices of the League of Arab States (LAS) and the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation of Egypt.
Vulnerable customers: Parliamentary Committee seeks clarification on data-sharing rules
The House of Commons Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee is seeking clarification from the Government on its intentions to amend the Digital Economy Act 2017 to extend data sharing beyond current arrangements and help with the identification of vulnerable energy customers.
Consumer watchdog says water companies must do more to prevent sewer flooding
Water and sewerage companies must be more proactive in protecting homes and businesses at risk of being flooded with sewage, according to the Consumer Council for Water (CCWater).
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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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