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.
New report says freshwater availability is greatest climate and resource challenge for business worldwide
Freshwater availability is the greatest climate change and resource scarcity challenge facing large businesses worldwide today, according to a new report from the Carbon Trust.
Sharing knowledge at EU level on climate change adaptation
A new report by the European Environment Agency (EEA) provides an overview of existing information platforms across European countries.
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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. -
Kohtari CEO says joined-up water intelligence needed to predict, not just react - not more data
James Sumsion, CEO of predictive water intelligence specialists Kohtari, says the water sector needs to take a giant leap forward, so that it can anticipate and act upon water quality issues - rather than merely react. -
IED compliance – using automated sliding floodgates to support secondary containment at water and sewerage company sites
Ray Moulds, Sales Director at Flood Control International, takes a look at how automated sliding floodgates are supporting secondary containment at water and sewerage company sites.
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