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IPA updates Government Routemap for improving delivery of major infrastructure projects
The Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA), which provides expert support for the government’s major economic projects, has launched new content for the Project Initiation Routemap for improving project delivery.
World Bank: climate-driven water scarcity could hit economic growth by up to 6% in some regions
Water scarcity, exacerbated by climate change, could cost some regions up to 6 percent of their GDP, spur migration, and spark conflict, according to a new report published by the World Bank.
Met Office:El Niño drives record rise in atmospheric carbon dioxide
The rising concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide has passed a symbolic threshold early due to the fastest annual increase on record, according to the Met Office.
Sludge market:Ofwat sets out technical working group terms of reference
Ofwat has published a paper setting out the terms of reference for the sludge Technical Working Group (TWG) established to discuss detailed aspects of the main design features of the sludge market mechanism - the bioresources market could be worth up to £780 million, according to the regulator.
Ofwat consults on credit terms for competitive business retail market
Water industry regulator Ofwat has launched a new consultation on credit arrangements between wholesalers and retailers for the new business retail market which opens for competition in April 2017.
Thames Water's operating profits rise to £742.2m
Thames Water operating profit has risen to £742.2 million – up from £675.6 million in 2014/15 according to its latest financial results for the full year ended 31 March 2016.
Dee Valley Water moves up to 4th place in Ofwat SIM rankings
Dee Valley Water has announced a positive start to AMP6 with the publication this morning of its Annual Results for the year ended 31 March 2016 - the firm has moved up to 4th place in Ofwat's SIM rankings.
Land Registry makes flood risk reports available for properties in England and Wales
The Land Registry is flagging up the ability to obtain flood risk reports on properties in England or Wales to get a percentage chance of a location flooding in any one year.
MPs warn Govt “failing to protect communities at risk of flooding”
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has published a report finding that the Government is failing to protect communities at risk of flooding.
Unique not-for-profit model brings additional £32m boost for Welsh Water customers
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, has today announced that £32 million – the equivalent to dividends paid to shareholders in other companies – will be used to deliver further benefits to customers.
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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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United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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