Southern Water targets non-native invasive species with extra training for staff
Southern Water’s in-house Environment team has been training the company’s 20 technical coordinators to recognise key invasive non-native species (INNS) species which can wreak ecological havoc on sensitive habitats so they can be controlled more effectively throughout its sites.
Nature on the brink – report warns unprecedented decline in biodiversity puts 1m species at accelerating risk of extinction
A landmark new report is warning that nature is declining globally at rates unprecedented in human history and the rate of species extinctions is accelerating with 1,000,000 species threatened with extinction.
Work begins on £8m Suffolk Broads wetlands restoration project
Work is now underway on the £8 million Suffolk Broads wetlands restoration project which will see the creation of 1,000 acres of wildness at the gateway to the Broads National Park.
Green Alliance & National Trust progress work on Natural Infrastructure Scheme model
A joint initiative between the Green Alliance and the National Trust is progressing work on a proposed Natural Infrastructure Scheme (NIS) model - the pioneering new funding concept would deliver environmental restoration and improvement via the model for creating private markets for ecosystem services from land.
MPs warn fashion is depleting world’s water resources and creating chemical and microplastic pollution
MPs who sit on the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee are warning that the fashion industry is depleting the world’s water resources, polluting rivers and other surface waters with chemicals and adding to ocean microplastic pollution.
South West Water partners in £2m peatland restoration project on Bodmin Moor
Last year, a partnership of regional and local organisations including South West Water successfully applied for £2million funding from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) to restore 1,680 hectares of damaged peatland on Bodmin Moor, Dartmoor and Exmoor.
Scheme to create woodlands to reduce flood risk and improve water quality open for 2019 applications
Expert advice on creating woodlands that will reduce flood risk and improve water quality is once again being offered in Yorkshire and North East England as part of a pioneering project run by the Forestry Commission and the Environment Agency.
Thames Water and Network Rail work together to protect environment
An environmentally-friendly herbicide is keeping tracks and taps flowing up and down the country thanks to a partnership between water companies and Network Rail.
New study warns 40% of world's insect species could become extinct over next few decades
A new study is warning that insect biodiversity of is threatened worldwide and that 40% of world's insect species could become extinct over next few decades.
Environment Agency saves thousands of fish saved from salt water during tidal surge
Hundreds of thousands of fish have been saved thanks to the Environment Agency's speedy actions to close a barrier during a surge tide this week.
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Xylem Flygt pumps selected for Transport for London’s Silvertown Tunnel
The Silvertown Tunnel’s pumping system is reducing the risk of flooding, delays and costly maintenance, while supporting the long-term resilience of London’s transport network, says Ian Ireland, large pumping projects programme manager, Xylem UK. -
Spotlight on wastewater treatment with prestigious television slot for Lakeside on All Access with Andy Garcia
In a TV show that will explain the complex journey of the wastewater treatment process, Lakeside Equipment Corporation is set to feature in US Public Television’s All Access program with Andy Garcia. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60.
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