New report flags up “questionable benefits” of better water quality to consumers
A new report from the UK’s leading water organisation has flagged up tension between increasing environmental water quality standards that provide “questionable benefit to customers” and the energy – and carbon emissions – that water companies must use in order to meet them.
Food industry launches supply chain water efficiency campaign
The UK Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has launched the 'Every Last Drop' campaign aimed at raising awareness amongst food and drink companies about efficient and sustainable water use throughout the food supply chain.
Drought to be 'commonplace' by 2050s
A new report from the Environment Agency is warning that water shortages will be common if the current system is not overhauled. Droughts like the one we are experiencing this year could become commonplace in the future, with demand for water outstripping supply.
New report puts desalination centre stage in China
A new report from analysts Frost and Sullivan has put desalination centre stage in an increasingly water-stressed China.
EU plans €80 billion research programme
The EU is planning an €80 billion research programme which sharpens focus on converting research results into products and services.
Government warns water companies to plan now for summer drought in 2012
Water companies and the public need to plan now for a summer drought to minimise the impacts of a potentially dry winter, Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman said today.
Warm global temperatures continue in 2011
This year is set to be the 11th warmest in a record spanning more than 150 years, according to climate scientists from the Met Office and the University of East Anglia.
New report says water management trails climate change on boardroom agendas
New analysis has revealed that water management is trailing climate change on the boardroom agenda, despite the fact that the majority of reported water-related risks and opportunities are recognized as near term.
Welsh Assembly launches consultation on private sewers adoption
The Welsh Assembly has launched a new consultation on the new mandatory adoption arrangements and Mandatory Build Standards for new gravity foul sewers and lateral drains.
Report says shale gas tests caused earthquake tremors
A study of two seismic tremors in Blackpool a year ago has concluded that they were caused by shale gas exploration at a site in Lancashire.
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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. -
SuDS role grows under new water rules
Publication of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report, alongside new legislation and updated national standards, marks a major turning point in the wider adoption of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) by water companies and developers, according to Alex Stephenson, director, SuDSPlanter.
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