Uneven application of standardization of global water stewardship holding back progress, new BSI study finds
A new research study commissioned by BSI that the uneven application of standardization of global water stewardship is holding back progress to a water secure future.
New report warns major fashion brands and retailers face growing water-related risks
Planet Tracker has released a groundbreaking report uncovering the significant water-related risks faced by major fashion brands and retailers, including Adidas, Gap, H&M, Inditex, Levi Strauss, Nike, PVH Corp, Ralph Lauren and VF Corp.
SEPA warns wet winter does not negate need for water scarcity plans
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have published the first Water Situation Report of 2024, providing information on water stores in the ground, lochs and reservoirs.
New WMO report warns 2023 broke every single climate indicator to be warmest year on record
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) State of the Global Climate 2023 report confirms that last year broke every single climate indicator to be, by far, the warmest year on record.
Environment Agency warns smart meters and leakage reduction alone not enough to secure England’s water supplies
The Environment Agency is warning that whilst smart meters will help to ensure households and businesses use water wisely and through reducing leaks, this will not be enough - new supplies are needed and decisions about these need to be made now.
South West Water and University of Exeter launch pioneering £30m research centre to tackle environmental challenges
The £30 million, Net Zero research centre which will tackle global environmental challenges has officially opened its doors this week. The Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW) is a first-of-its-kind partnership between South West Water, the University of Exeter and Research England.
London Assembly calls on Thames Water to accelerate investment in wider sewer infrastructure
The London Assembly Environment Committee is calling for an acceleration of investment by Thames Water into its wider sewer infrastructure to ensure that it has the capacity to deal with intense rainfall events.
Winners of Welsh Government’s £750,000 Tidal Lagoon Challenge announced
Climate Change Minister Julie James has just announced the successful applicants of the Welsh Government’s £750,000 Tidal Lagoon challenge.
New CIWEM Sustainable Drainage Position Statement urges no loss of government commitment and greater leadership
CIWEM has issued a new Sustainable Drainage Position Statement which is calling for no loss of government commitment and greater leadership on SuDS.
Government’s climate adviser warns evidence of UK’s inadequate response to worsening climate impacts continues to mount
The Climate Change Committee is warning that the Government’s Third National Adaptation Programme falls “far short of what is required” as evidence of the UK’s inadequate response to worsening climate impacts continues to mount.
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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
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. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest. -
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