Water industry rejects BBC claims over dry day spills as based on “flawed methodology and inaccurate interpretation of data”
Citing “flawed methodology and inaccurate interpretation of data”, the water industry has strongly rejected claims in a recent article by the BBC which highlighted data as ’potentially indicating’ dry day storm overflow spills from all water companies in England.
Planetary-scale innovation explored at BlueTech Forum
An applied research project in Scotland involving the use of earth observation science (EOS) in multiple water applications was just one of many highlights of BlueTech Forum 2024 for Paul O’Callaghan, chief executive of BlueTech Research.
New report warns lack of training pushing engineers out of the water sector
A lack of training and opportunities to innovate are pushing more engineers out of the water industry, according to a new study.
Southern Water partners in groundbreaking project to tackle phosphorus pollution and improve water quality
Southern Water is working in collaboration with United Utilities, the University of Portsmouth, Wessex Water, Power & Water, Evergreen, Hydro Industries and Kolina to find new ways to tackle phosphorus pollution.
New UK-Ireland study warns storm rainfall in 2023/24 storm season made 20% worse by climate change
A new study has shown that the 2023/24 storm season in UK and Ireland was made 20% heavier by climate change – and warns that it will continue to cause an increase in extreme winter storms combining strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Next phase of work to reduce metal mine pollution due to start in Upper Teesdale
The next phase of an innovative project to limit heavy metals from abandoned mines polluting rivers in Upper Teesdale starts next week following a successful trial.
New report calls for upgrades in wastewater infrastructure to protect public health
Wastewater treatment must be improved to reduce exposure to human faecal pathogens in treated effluent, according to a new report published by the National Engineering Policy Centre.
Met Office – new study finds climate change drives increase in storm rainfall
A new study has found climate change has influenced how much rain falls during autumn and winter storms.
Parliamentary Committee warns UK lacks skills and capacity to deliver major infrastructure
A new report by the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is warning that the UK Government and wider economy lack the necessary skills and capacity to deliver ambitious plans for major infrastructure over the next five years.
National Infrastructure Commission warns window closing on infrastructure catch up
Failure to go further, faster over the next five years on plans for infrastructure delivery could constrain economic growth and threaten climate targets, according to the government’s official infrastructure advisers.
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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
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