New research shows world’s water resources under huge pressure from industrialisation
Half of the 60 largest economies face a serious risk of water shortages in the future unless climate policy changes, according to new research from the economics department of the ING global banking group.
Public calls for strong leadership on infrastructure, says new report
Almost 9 out of 10 people in Britain want to see investment in new infrastructure – but many also want more of a say in how it’s planned and delivered, according to a new survey published today.
Paris pact on water and climate change adaptation announced
A broad coalition of nations, river basin organizations, business and civil society has announced the creation of the international Paris Pact on Water and Climate Change Adaptation to make water systems more resilient to climate impacts.
Ofwat task force says water sector “will take many years” to build resilience
The Resilience Task and Finish Group set up by Ofwat to consider what resilience means for the wider water sector has put forward 10 recommendations in its final report, saying “the challenges are significant and it will take many years for the sector to build resilience.”
Submissions open for 2016 World Water Week abstracts and event proposals
The Stockholm International Water Institute has just opened the online submission system for abstracts and event proposals for next year’s World Water Week which takes place from 28Th August to 2nd September 2016.
Water sector commissions major project on resilience for next 50 years
The water industry, working through Water UK, has commissioned a consortium of Atkins, Mott McDonald and NERA to carry out a major project on the resilience of water supplies over at least the next 50 years.
EU delegation highlights Welsh infrastructure opportunities
A delegation from the European Investment Bank’s (EIB), European Investment Advisory Hub (EIAH) and the European Commission has visited Wales to highlight the potential opportunities to tap into significant infrastructure financing and maximise the impact of EU funding.
MOSL to test IT system for retail market opening in 2017
Market Operator Services Limited (MOSL) has today announced the appointment of SQS Group Limited to help define the company’s future testing approach ahead of retail market opening in 2017.
Wet wipes major cause of thousands of blocked sewers
The Consumer Council for Water (CCWater) is urging households across England and Wales to join the battle to reduce the tens of thousands of blockages clogging up our drains and sewers.
CIRIA SuDS Manual update welcomed by drainage experts
Revisions to the CIRIA SuDS Manual, the so-called UK ‘bible’ for Sustainable Drainage System design and delivery, have been welcomed by industry experts for heralding a more pragmatic approach that could help to get more SuDS schemes delivered in future.
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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
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