London ranked 15th in study of world’s most water stressed cities
London has been ranked 15th amongst the world’s most water stressed cities in a new study of more than 500 cities globally.
2014: hottest global temperatures in April, May and June on record
According to data released by the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration today, the globally averaged temperature over land and ocean surfaces for June 2014 was the highest for June since record keeping began in 1880.
Energy a key issue in new Lords inquiry into EU Regional Marine Co-operation
The House of Lords has launched a new inquiry into EU Regional Marine Co-operation and is calling for the submission of evidence from a wide range of stakeholders, including energy developers.
New UK Government map reveals worldwide impacts of climate change
The United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office has launched a new map to show the impact climate change could have on the whole planet by the end of the century if carbon emissions continue to increase.
Met Office scientists research water sustainability
The Met Office is joining experts from around the world this week at the 7th International Scientific Conference on the Global Water and Energy Cycle.
Response to consultation flags up key issues on abstraction reform proposals
The Department for Food, Environment and Rural Affairs and the Welsh Government have published a summary of responses to the consultation on reform of the abstraction licensing regime which highlights a number of key issues over proposed changes.
Government brings down infrastructure costs for third year running
The Government has brought down infrastructure costs for the third year running, according to the third annual report of the Infrastructure Cost Review programme published today by HM Treasury.
Professional body for corporate responsibility and sustainability launches in UK
A new professional body has been launched in the UK for corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioners.
MMO consults on South marine plan areas
The Marine Management Organisation has launched a consultation on its draft vision for the next 20 years in the South marine plan areas and the objectives needed to help achieve it.
EU outlines measures to maximise job opportunities in the green economy
The European Commission has set out details outlining the employment challenges and opportunities of the current transition towards a green, low carbon, energy and resource-efficient economy.
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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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