Anglian Water's @one Alliance has completed important upgrades to their water recycling centre (WRC) in Towcester to help protect the environment from flooding and support future growth in the area.
The sewer network in Towcester is designed to carry both sewage and rainwater to the WRC, where it is treated before being safely returned to the environment.
However, during extreme weather events with heavy rainfall, such as those seen in recent years, the system can quickly become overwhelmed with excess water.
The new upgrades have added over a million litres of storage capacity.
This extra capacity means excess water can be safely stored during heavy rainfall, giving the WRC more time to fully treat it before releasing it back into the environment. This prevents untreated water from spilling, helping to protect local watercourses – such as the River Tove - and the environment.
Samantha Bignall, Customer Experience Manager, explained the importance of the new infrastructure:
“Climate change is bringing more extreme weather, including sudden downpours and intense rainfall, so it’s essential we are prepared to manage excess storm water effectively.
“This project in Towcester will help protect local homes and businesses, as well as the surrounding environment and biodiversity.”
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