Wessex Water reports significant decrease in storm overflow discharges
The latest data released by Wessex Water shows that storm overflow discharges in the water company’s region have significantly reduced in the last year. Discharges during the bathing season near designated bathing water locations have more than halved, with 87 occurring between 15 May and 30 September 2021 and 39 during the same period this year.
Yorkshire Water uses trenchless technology to lay new sewer under A65 in Ilkley
Yorkshire Water is getting ready to start work in Ilkley to lay a new sewer under the A65 to help reduce the frequency and volume of storm discharges into the river Wharfe during periods of heavy or prolonged rainfall.
Southern Water publishes 25 year investment plan to secure sustainable and resilient water future
Southern Water has published its Water Resources Management Plan setting out where it will spend billions of pounds over the next 25 years to maintain water supplies for customers while protecting environment – in the face of population growth and climate change.
Affinity Water launches £3bn action plan to tackle potential 449m litres a day water shortfall by 2050
Affinity Water has launched its £3 billion action plan to address a significant future shortfall in water resources - without action, the region the water company supplies could face a shortfall of up to 449 million litres a day by 2050.
South East Water publishes draft Water Resources Management Plan for 2025 to 2075
South East Water has published its draft Water Resources Management Plan setting out how it will provide a reliable and resilient supply of drinking water between 2025 and 2075 while protecting the local environment.
Welsh Water says not-for-profit business model enables major investments for customers and environmental improvements
Welsh Water says that customers and the environment are set to benefit from major multi-million pound investment initiatives, made possible by its not-for-profit business model.
Anglian Water starts work on £4m Water Recycling Centre upgrade to protect Holbeach rivers
Anglian Water is set to upgrade Holbeach’s Water Recycling Centre (WRC), installing new equipment which will remove phosphorous from wastewater, improving river water quality nearby.
Thames Water’s pollution desk reaches 10-year milestone
Thames Water has reached the 10 year milestone of its dedicated pollution response desk, which helps to protect rivers and streams, as the company finalises its plans for live sewage discharge notifications.
Wessex Water completes major £50 million refurbishment of Durleigh water treatment centre
Wessex Water has completed a £50 million refurbishment of its Durleigh water treatment centre - the massive refurbishment of the Enmore Road site got under way in 2019 after more than four years of planning.
Affinity Water unveils plans for multi-million pound Grand Union Canal water transfer scheme
Ahead of the launch of its new Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP), Affinity Water has set out its plans to invest in a multi-million-pound scheme to bring new water supplies down from the Midlands to its Central supply region and into the Home Counties.
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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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