WMO warns long-term decline in Earth’s freshwater storage and in glacier retreat is continuing
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is warning that the long-term decline in Earth’s freshwater storage and in glacier retreat is continuing - trends with serious implications for people and economies in the future.
RSE CEO says data centres should be built next to wastewater and treatment works to limit impact on Scotland’s water supplies
RSE chief executive and chair of British Water, Stephen Slessor, is warning that Scotland must act quickly if it is to benefit from data centres whilst addressing community and environmental concerns about water usage.
Government, Environment Agency, and water companies step up efforts to prevent England remaining in drought by next spring
The government is urging water companies not to lose momentum and carry on water efficiency measures until the drought is over, as research shows above-average rainfall needed to end drought by April 2027.
Complaints about water companies soar by 84% amid discontent over bill rises
Concerns and confusion over rising water bills have fuelled the largest-ever increase in complaints about water companies to the consumer watchdog.
European Desalination Association conference in Liverpool explores water resilient future
The European Desalination Society (EDS) has announced that its upcoming conference and exhibition on the theme, Water Resilience: Desalination, Recycling & Clean Water Solutions will be held at the Liverpool Experience (LEX) Campus in the UK, from 4-7 May 2027.
Drought, heat and water shortages - Scottish Water CEO explains why Scotland is not immune
In the run-up to the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition hosted in Glasgow in October, Scottish Water CEO Alex Plant explains why Scotland must prepare for drought, extreme weather and future water challenges.
Abu Dhabi set to welcome 2026 UN Water Conference in December
Abu Dhabi is set to welcome the 2026 UN Water Conference – the UAE and Senegal will co-host the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi from 8–10 December 2026.
New study reveals 20 years of groundwater level changes worldwide
A new study by the International Groundwater Resources Assessment Centre (IGRAC) has analysed 20 years of groundwater-level measurements from 42,844 monitoring wells across 47 countries.
Scottish Environment Protection Agency - two more rivers reach Significant Water Scarcity
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) says that summer downpours have failed to ease pressure on Scotland’s rivers as two more areas reach Significant Water Scarcity.
Met Office warns impacts of ‘unprecedented’ El Niño could see 2027 replace 2024 as warmest year on record
The Met Office is warning that 2026 is going to be renowned for the development of the largest El Niño in living memory and what is probably the largest such event since the 19th century.
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South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK. -
BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies.
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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. -
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