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Mott MacDonald to develop climate resilience guidelines for hydropower and dams
Mott MacDonald has been appointed by the World Bank to develop technical guidelines to improve climate resilience for the hydropower and dams development community.
Environment Agency sets out new flood defence plan for York
The Environment Agency has announced a new five-year plan to better protect York against flooding - the options are based on the Agency's ambition to achieve a consistent standard of flood protection across the city.
Climate change: new report calls for increased investment in energy efficiency programmes
A new report from the Carbon Trust says investment to create demand for energy efficiency and reduce project risks in emerging economies will be critical to mobilising the scale of energy efficiency capital required to meet climate change targets.
Flood defences – Environment Agency says Thames Valley is "winter ready"
The Environment Agency says that the Thames Valley is now “winter ready” for the increasing likelihood of severe weather causing disruption to homes, businesses and communities during the winter months.
Monopoly suppliers for developers and large users - Ofwat to investigate NAV market
Water industry regulator Ofwat has issued an invitation to tender for consultants to assist it in investigating how the market for New Appointments and Variations (NAVs) is working.
Launch of World Biogas Association - biogas set to become £1trn industry?
The World Biogas Association (WBA) has been launched at the United Nations Convention on Climate Change taking place this week at Marrakesh, Morocco - according to ADBA, the biogas sector could become a £1 trillion industry.
New research study reveals costly $14bn water risk to business
A new study published at the UN climate conference currently taking place in Marrakesh reveals that growing water risks are having a significant impact on businesses worldwide and are also threatening emissions reduction plans.
Vancouver mulls $300m to $800m flood resilience options
Vancouver is currently considering a number of options to strengthen the resilience of the city’s flood defences ranging between $300 million to $800 million.
Defra announces Cumbria flood competition winners
The top prize in a competition to find innovative ways to tackle flooding focusing on the Eden catchment in Cumbria has been awarded to Jeremy Benn Associates and Lancaster University.
Retail market opening: Ofwat consults on Market Arrangements Code
Ofwat has launched a new consultsation on the Market Arrangements Code which forms part of the legal and regulatory framework being put in place to facilitate the new business retail market in England which opens in April 2017.
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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. -
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.
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