Process optimisation – key to reducing rising energy costs and cutting carbon emissions for water companies
Steve Morris, Managing Director at wastewater technology specialists HUBER Technology, explores the key role optimisation of treatment processes can play in reducing energy costs, cutting carbon emissions and delivery on the step up in efficiency Ofwat is expecting to see from the water companies.
Anglian Water progresses carbon reduction programme with UK-first fully electric jetting van
Anglian Water is making history with its carbon reduction programme with the UK utility industry’s first fully electric jetting 4-ton van.
Grundfos - world’s first water solutions company with approved net-zero Science-Based Targets
Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, has become the first organisation in the water solutions sector to receive full validation of its 2050 net-zero target from the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Climate change - UN warns world on track for temperature rise of 2.4-2.6°C by end of this century
A new UN Environment Programme (UNEP) report is warning that the international community is still falling far short of the Paris goals, with no credible pathway to 1.5°C in place.
Climate change - World Meteorological Organization warns as greenhouse gas levels hit record highs
A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is warning that atmospheric levels of the three main greenhouse gases - carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide - all reached new record highs in 2021.
New biogas production landmark for Scottish Water’s acclaimed sludge facility at Nigg
If we took a short trip forward in time to 2040, and then looked back at how some organisations in the water industry successfully achieved Carbon Net Zero, it’s likely you’ll see a large four-letter word: NIGG.
Southern Water harnesses power of wastewater network as low carbon heating source
Southern Water’s Bluewave team are working with local councils and specialist suppliers on an innovative project to use the heat generated in the sewer network as a low carbon heating source in the community.
Northumbrian Water - continued investment in renewable delivers 90% carbon emissions cut since 2008
Northumbrian Water’s ongoing investment in renewables continues to take the company closer to its ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero in 2027 - carbon emissions have fallen more than 90% since 2008, when they stood at 303,000 tonnes.
Experts warn risk of passing multiple climate tipping points above 1.5°C global warming is escalating
Multiple climate tipping points could be triggered if global temperature rises beyond 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, according to a major new analysis published today in the journal Science.
Renewable energy developer submits three battery energy storage system proposals to Scottish Government
A renewable energy developer is planning to build three battery energy storage systems across three Scottish Water sites in Renfrewshire.
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ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
Hear how Scottish Water has completed its £235 million Ayrshire Glasgow Resilience Project - customers across Greater Glasgow, Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire will now benefit from a more secure and resilient water supply. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest.
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