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Scottish offshore wind investment could top £30bn by 2020
First Minister Alex Salmond has said that Scottish offshore wind projects could generate investment value of as much as £30 billion by 2020.
Ofwat consults on new supplier appointment at Kennet Island Phase 7
Ofwat is consulting on a proposal to grant SSE Water a variation to its appointment to enable it to provide water and sewerage services to a site called Kennet Island Phase 7, in Reading.
Strong performance with profits up at Interserve
Interserve, the international support services and construction group, has today announced a strong performance and headline profits up 10% with the publication of its half-year results for the six months ended 30 June 2011.
Severn Trent to hold public exhibition for wind turbine plan
People living in and around the Curborough area of Lichfield will have the opportunity to meet with Severn Trent’s project consultancy team to discuss proposals for the erection of a single wind turbine.
Tender prices show rising trend at start to 2011
Tender prices continue on an upward trend, with a rise of 0.9 per cent in Q1 2011 compared to the previous quarter according to the latest UK construction Tender Price Index compiled by BCIS.
More Government action needed on green economy
WWF has welcomed the publication on Friday of the UK Government’s vision and framework for a green economy, but called for greater urgency and action to shift the UK economy onto a more sustainable path.
Environment Agency sets out Top 10 alien species list
The Environment Agency has published its list of the Top 10 non native invasive species which are spreading throughout UK waters and threatening native wildlife species.
Water companies target zebra mussel infestation
Thames Water and Anglian Water are running a six-month trial of fat-coated “BioBullet” pellets in their ongoing fight against zebra mussels.
Tight timetable for sewers transfer appeals
The publication yesterday of Ofwat's appeals process for the transfer of private sewers means the regulator is working to a very tight timetable – which in some circumstances could be to the detriment of vulnerable customers.
HSBC Bank plc purchase Cambridge Water.
Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings Limited has sold Cambridge Water to HSBC Bank plc.
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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. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60.
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United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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What is to be done about the UK’s failing utilities? Listen to Professor Dieter Helm explore the options to tackle the UK’s failing utilities – Thames Water, the Royal Mail and Network Rail in particular.
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