World Bank launches initiative to raise US$3 billion in Sustainable Water Development Bonds
The World Bank is launching a Sustainable Development Bond series to raise awareness of the critical role of water and ocean resources.
World Water Week: Nature Conservancy flags up innovative financing, water security and water stewardship
Experts from leading global conservation NGO the Nature Conservancy’s have been discussing innovative financing, water security and water stewardship at World Water Week currently taking place in Stockholm.
Global collective action on water risks - WWF calls for new financing mechanisms
International NGO WWF is calling for a scale up of collective action globally to tackle water risks – especially through engagement with the financial sector around both risk and opportunity.
S&P Global Ratings revises Thames Water from stable to negative
S&P Global Ratings has revised its outlook on Thames Water debt from stable to negative - S&P said the revision reflects its view of the water company’s current financial pressure “in the absence of improvement in operating performance.”
New report warns nationalising UK utilities would cost taxpayer £182 billion
A new report from NERA Economic Consulting is warning that nationalising UK utilities would cost the British taxpayer around £182 billion.
Michael Gove calls on water companies to increase investment
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has challenged water companies to increase investment and improve environmental outcomes by 2025.
Pennon Group and South West Water sign pioneering £80m green finance deals
Pennon Group and subsidiary South West Water have signed new pioneering £80 million green finance deals with Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Banking in London and NatWest for Revolving Credit Facilities (RCF).
Green bond use signals growing environmental focus, says Imperial report
The increasing visibility and use of green bonds is sending a strong signal that sustainable economic development is moving up the corporate agenda, according to a new report by Imperial College Business School and TheCityUK.
EC acts to strengthen EU financial sector role in fighting climate change
New proposals published by the European Commission this morning will require financial entities that manage investments on behalf of their clients or beneficiaries to inform them about how their activities are impacting the planet or their local environment, enabling investors to make more informed investment choices.
Moody's changes outlook to negative on ratings for 4 UK water companies
Moody's ratings agency has changed the outlook on the ratings of four UK-based regulated water companies and one high-yield holding company to negative.
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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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