CBI calls for “comprehensive and coordinated reform” of EU emissions trading system
Ahead of the October European Council meeting, where the future of the EU’s energy policy will be high on the agenda, the CBI has published a position paper on the future of the EU Emissions Trading System - with a call for "comprehensive and co-ordinated reform."
€7 million EU ocean energy R&D fund opens first call for proposals
The first joint call of the Ocean Energy European Research Area Network (ERA-NET) which is opening up opportunities for ocean renewables innovation in Europe, will open for business next week.
New Mott MacDonald cost and carbon guide for water sector in run-up to AMP6
Mott MacDonald has published the second edition of its Water Utilities Little Black Book – an invaluable reference guide for anyone working the UK water sector on an array of cost and carbon issues in the run-up to AMP6.
UN calls for bold action to tackle climate change
Bold new actions to immediately tackle climate change have been announced by Government, business, finance and civil society leaders attending yesterday's historic Climate Summit convened by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.
New study highlights nations' fair share of global carbon cuts
A new research study says the UK and other developed nations will have to make far bigger cuts in their carbon emissions than currently planned to meet their fair share for tackling climate change.
Economic growth and action on climate change can go together, finds global commission
A major new report released by a commission of global leaders co-chaired by Lord Nicholas Stern finds that governments and businesses can now improve economic growth and reduce their carbon emissions together.
WWF calls for UN Summit in New York to halt climate change apathy
Against the backdrop of the largest ever public demonstration on climate change, WWF is calling on governments and business leaders at next week's high-profile UN Climate Summit in New York City to deliver clear commitments toward a future powered entirely by renewable energy.
Power purchase deal for world’s biggest tidal array worth up to £50m
MeyGen, the developers of the world’s biggest tidal array have signed a multi-million pound deal to sell electricity generated by the Scottish project.
South Downs National Park Authority rejects shale oil planning application
The South Downs National Park Authority planning committee has today unanimously rejected an application to test drill for shale oil at Fernhurst, in West Sussex.
UK Government sets out vision for global climate change deal
The UK Government has said that prosperity and carbon reduction can go hand in hand to grow the world economy in its new vision for a global climate deal published today.
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South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK. -
BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies.
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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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