Environment Agency consults on nuclear power station water discharges
The Environment Agency has launched a consultation on an application for an environmental permit for cooling water discharges from the proposed new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C.
CIWEM conference to highlight impact of climate change on water sector
Leading environmental professional body CIWEM is holding a one day conference on 17th November which will focus on the impacts of climate change and the water sector - including how Ofwat will address the issue in the upcoming price review.
Construction sector - Government must act on latest alarming stats
The construction sector is calling for Government action to stimulate growth in the face of what it describes as "alarming" construction order figures.
New report looks at impact of climate change on global migration
A new international report, published today by Foresight, reveals that the major challenges associated with migration and environmental change have been underestimated.
By focusing solely on those that might leave vulnerable areas, the report says there is a risk of neglecting both the people who will be ‘trapped’ and those that will actually move towards danger.
Construction sector calls for £5bn infrastructure stimulus
The Construction Products Association has called for the Government to release a £5 billion infrastructure investment package to kickstart the economy.
New report on Northern Ireland coastal zone published
A new report evaluating the sustainable development of the Northern Ireland coast has been published.
Solar variability helps explain cold winters in UK
Research from the Met Office has shed new light on a link between decadal solar variability and winter climate in the UK, northern Europe and parts of America.
Ofwat publishes catchment management discussion paper
UK water industry regulator Ofwat has published a new discussion paper which examines whether upstream catchment management can deliver a better deal both for water customers and the environment.
WWF calls for halt to shale gas activity in UK
WWF has reiterated a call for a moratorium on any shale gas activity in the UK and highlighted its concerns over water contamination as Cuadrilla Resources announced the results of exploratory drilling near Blackpool.
Arctic ice plummets to second lowest minimum
Arctic sea ice extent appears to have reached its second lowest minimum since records began, according to the latest figures from the National Snow and Ice Data Centre (NSIDC) in the US.
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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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