Arsenic in China groundwater puts 20 million at risk
Arsenic-laden groundwater used for cooking and drinking could pose a risk to the health of almost 20 million people across China, according to a new study.
Indirect Potable Reuse market to double in USA in next ten years
The next decade will see an increase in indirect potable reuse (IPR) projects as marginal costs stimulate IPR market growth and impending regulation affect future IPR applications and markets, according to BlueTech® Research.
Cardiff University partners with distillery for groundwater study
Welsh whiskyy distillery Penderyn is collaborating with geo-environmental specialists at Cardiff University to learn more about the distillery’s unique underground fresh water source.
Wastewater discharges are key factor in rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
In the run up to the publication of the Government’s new UK antimicrobial resistance strategy, David Lloyd Owen, leading expert on water and wastewater management, explains why wastewater discharges are a key factor in the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and how innovative technologies are best placed to tackle the problem.
Nestlé chief flags up value of virtual water trading via food trade
Peter Brabeck-Letmathe, Chairman of Nestlé looks at the issue of virtual water trading and the importance of food trade as a means of both securing food supply and combating water scarcity.
Webinar on lucrative water sector opportunities in Brazil
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is organising a webinar to be held in August about opportunities in the water and waste management sectors in Brazil.
World Bank calls for smart water management
The World Bank is calling for widespread use of smart water management to help the world meet longer-term sustainability goals and strengthen resilience to climate change to tackle decreasing water availability, quality and allocation.
World Bank says world still failing on water issues
New analysis by the World Bank shows that the world is still failing to achieve on its Millennium Development Goals for water.
Govt’s new construction strategy could be gamechanger for the sector
The UK’s civil engineering contractors have described the government’s new industrial strategy, due to be formally launched at today’s Government Construction Summit, as a potential ‘game changer’ for the sector.
How can the UK lead the emerging ‘smart’ water sector?
Increased dialogue between industry and government as well as learning from overseas experiences were just a couple of ideas put forward at a recent event on how the UK could take a lead in the 'smart' water sector.
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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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