Canada-based firm FREDsense launches first field-based PFAS detector delivering same-day, lab-quality results on site
Canadian-based firm FREDsense has launched the first field-based PFAS detector delivering same-day, lab-quality results on site - until now, testing for “forever chemicals” has required weeks of lab turnaround, slowing remediation, driving up costs and leaving communities exposed.
Commons Committee to hear from UK PFAS manufacturers on safeguards against contamination in live evidence session
MPs on the House of Commons Environment Audit Committee will hear from UK PFAS manufacturers on safeguards against contamination in a live evidence session starting at 14.30pm this afternoon.
Forever chemicals - Environmental Audit Committee to hold first evidence session of inquiry into PFAS
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee will hold the first evidence session of its inquiry into Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) – also known as ‘forever chemicals’ on Wednesday 25 June.
New research study finds widespread TFA “forever chemical” contamination in UK rivers
A new research study published today has found widespread Trifluoroacetic Acid (TFA) “forever chemical” contamination in UK rivers - some locations had concentrations among the highest ever recorded globally.
Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge – still time to partner with water companies on development of PFAS chemicals analyser
There’s still time to partner with UK water companies to submit a bid for funding to develop a PFAS chemicals analyser from the Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge 6, which launches in September 2025 – the deadline to express interest has been extended to Friday 30 May.
Severn Trent - UK’s first micropollutant removal plants using ozone technology go live
New wastewater treatment facilities designed and built by Curio Water will help to clean bathing waters, as part of Severn Trent’s Green Recovery Plan, as an additional step to the water company’s normal wastewater treatment process.
New Bills on chalk streams and PFAS with impacts on water companies to have Second readings in Parliament this week
Two new Bills, introduced as Private Members Bills, both with potentially significant impacts for water companies, are due to have their Second readings in Parliament on Friday this week.
EAC launches new inquiry to address the risks of PFAS forever chemicals within UK regulatory approach
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has today launched a new inquiry to address the risks of PFAS forever chemicals within the UK’s regulatory approach.
French Parliament passes new law banning PFAS "forever chemicals"
Yesterday France passed a new law that will ban PFAS in several products including clothing and cosmetics. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a family of over 10,000 highly persistent synthetic chemicals often called ‘forever chemicals’, because they do not break down easily in the environment.
University of Bath chemical engineers create new nanofiltration membrane
Chemical engineers at the University of Bath have made an effective and more sustainable plant-based nanofiltration membrane, which – in a world first – does not use fossil fuel-derived materials or toxic solvents.
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Expert speaker line-up and leading exhibitors to feature at next month’s National Civils Show, Floodex, National Drainage Show & Waterways Management in London
Attendees at next month’s National Civils Show, Floodex, National Drainage Show and Waterways Management on 26th and 27th November are set to benefit from an expert speaker line-up and the opportunity to visit a wide range of exhibitors all co-located in one place at Excel, London, one of the UK’s leading international exhibition and convention centres. -
Ovarro smart leak detection builds drought resilience worldwide
Tackling leakage is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways for utilities to bolster water security, writes Ben Crabtree, Product Line Director, Ovarro, revealing how the potential of smart technologies is being demonstrated around the world. -
South Staffordshire Plc earns prestigious RoSPA global health and safety award
UK-headquartered South Staffordshire Plc, the integrated services group operating within the UK critical infrastructure and essential services markets, has received a prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Award for global health and safety excellence. -
Balfour Beatty achieves 99.1% Responsible Sourcing on major Thames Estuary infrastructure project
Balfour Beatty, the UK’s largest construction and infrastructure provider, has delivered exceptional environmental results on the Thames Estuary Asset Management 2100 (TEAM2100) framework, one of the nation’s most ambitious flood defence initiatives.
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