South East Water publishes final five year Drought Plan
South East Water has published the final version of the company’s Drought Plan which outlines the actions the water company will take before, during and after periods of drought to supply its customers with water.
Research study shows 2 out of 5 people living in water-stressed regions in England think water is plentiful
New research by the Consumer Council for Water (CCW) shows that 41% of people living in parts of England where water resources are under the most pressure think that water is plentiful where they live.
New WMO report warns climate change and population growth fuelling looming water crisis
A new report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is warning that climate change and population increase are fuelling a looming water crisis – and calling for improved water management, monitoring and early warnings in the face of growing water-related hazards and stress.
Facebook announces new goal of becoming ‘water positive’ by 2030
Facebook has announced a new goal of becoming ‘water positive’ by 2030 – the tech giant is aiming to return more water to the environment than it consumes for its global operations.
Government announces new water saving measures to safeguard water supplies in England
The Government has today announced new water saving measures to safeguard supplies, encourage water efficient products and introduce a more consistent approach to leakage; seven new areas in the South, East and the Midlands have also been designated as in serious water stress.
Environment Agency – new consultation on water stress to inform decisions on compulsory metering by water companies
The Environment Agency (EA) has today launched a new consultation on its approach to determining areas water stress to inform decisions by water companies on whether they can introduce compulsory metering in those areas.
Water Saving Week kicks off with focus on climate change and water efficiency
Waterwise has marked the start of the sixth annual Water Saving Week in the UK with a focus on climate change and water efficiency by urging the public to save water and save carbon.
New report warns coordinated global action needed to tackle key water challenges
The Credit Suisse Research Institute (CSRI) has today published a comprehensive study on water scarcity and the key challenges that lie ahead, calling for definitive action to be taken on a coordinated global basis.
Southern Water publishes 50 year water resources plan
Southern Water has published its Water Resources Management Plan - the company said for the first time is now looking forward 50 years so it can be prepared to meet the challenges of a very different world.
Groundwater levels in East of England at lowest for nearly 30 years
Latest figures from Anglian Water show groundwater levels in some parts of the East of England are the lowest they’ve been in almost 30 years.
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