Ground-breaking UK study points to future of water management worldwide
As World Water Week 2014 convenes in Stockholm today, the Environment Agency and international, non-profit foundation Water Footprint Network have launched the results of a pioneering new study of water use in a densely populated region of the UK.
Study set to shape future of urban water management services
A ground-breaking study into future scenarios for urban water management will help cities in Australia and across the world address key pressures that pose challenges to safe, secure and sustainable supply of water.
Global water scarcity will intensify privatisation of water resources
A new research paper is predicting that nations will begin to sell key water sources – such as lakes, rivers and groundwater reserves – to companies and is calling for local collectives to control the world’s shrinking water supplies, not multinationals.
New methodology to incorporate climate change uncertainties into water resources planning
London faces increased risk of water shortages in the future due to climate change and population growth if no actions are taken to increase supply or reduce demand, according to a new study from Oxford University’s Environmental Change Institute (ECI).
UN told rainwater management is key to eradicating hunger
Some of the world’s leading water, environment and resilience scientists and experts have issued a call to the UN, saying that rain, and the way it is managed, is what will determine whether hunger and poverty can be eradicated in the world.
Turkey publishes Ricardo-AEA prepared ‘Cities Adaptation Support Package’
The Turkish Ministry of Environment and Urbanization has published a new Cities Adaptation Support Package that has been prepared by environmental consultancy Ricardo-AEA.
AECOM sets out water sensitive strategy for Yorkshire
AECOM has published a paper entitled ‘Visioning a Water Sensitive Yorkshire’ that identifies a more sustainable response to urban and rural water management in Yorkshire.
Final Programme for World Water Week - water-energy nexus is key focus
The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) has published the Final Programme for World Water Week 2014 which starts on Sunday – this year’s thematic focus is on the energy-water nexus.
Welsh Assembly consults on National Marine Plan
The Welsh Assembly has launched a new consultation on its Draft Vision and Objectives and the proposed structure of the Welsh National Marine Plan.
Leading UK industry body calls for permanent Infrastructure Authority
Leading UK manufacturers organization the EEF has called for the creation of a permanent UK Infrastructure Authority to address the nation’s long term strategic infrastructure requirements.
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Making storm overflow data make Sense – Metasphere launches dedicated monitoring device
With the UK government demanding a 50% reduction in storm overflow spills by 2029, the era of reactive management is over. Speaking in the House of Commons on 21 July 2025, then environment secretary Steve Reed said, “This Government will cut water companies’ sewage pollution in half by the end of the decade.” -
King’s Award for Enterprise shows ERG moving forward with growth in UK and Asia
ERG, the leading supplier of odour control systems and industrial gas cleaning & thermal systems, has been awarded the coveted King’s Award for Enterprise. -
Welsh Water’s ORAI system shortlisted for three categories at the British Data Awards 2026
Welsh Water’s new artificial intelligence-driven tool, ORAI, has been shortlisted for three categories at the prestigious British Data Awards 2026 – underscoring the company’s commitment to using cutting-edge technology to deliver better outcome for customers. -
Barhale completes two Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects for Severn Trent
Barhale has completed work on two separate Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects it is carrying out for Severn Trent.
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Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
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