Rising sea levels put 150m people at risk as 200-year trend continues
Rising sea levels will become a genuine threat for 150 million people living in coastal areas around the world, according to a new international study.
More high profile speakers confirmed for water industry conference
More industry experts have been confirmed to speak at this year’s keynote Institute of Water Annual Conference and Exhibition next month.
One in five customers say water charges are not affordable
A growing number of households in England and Wales are struggling to afford their water bill, according to research carried out on behalf of the Consumer Council for Water (CCWater).
$7.5m to develop South Australian water facility into international hub
A South Australian water management, research and training facility will receive $7.5 million of funding to redevelop in to an international training hub.
New study warns UK water availability could put energy security at risk
A new study is warning that current policy could put the UK in danger of being locked into a future in which water availability puts energy security at risk.
Improved transparency could help Europe use water more efficiently
A major new report on European water utilities suggests that better access to data on water supply and treatment may help Europe use its water resources more efficiently.
You-Gov poll shows more opposition to Government fracking plans
The Government is set to face further opposition to plans to allow fracking companies to drill under people’s homes, according to a major new YouGov survey commissioned by Greenpeace UK .
Online ‘Watershed’ to tackle key issues for water and building industries
Saint-Gobain PAM UK has launched Watershed Issues, a new online channel showcasing comment by industry experts and inviting contributions on key issues currently challenging the water and building sectors.
Arup: new thinking needed to address global water challenges
Leading international consultancy Arup has published a thought-provoking and wide-ranging discussion paper aimed at stimulating debate around new ideas on water, social and natural capital.
Global summit commits to action to tackle ocean threats
The Global Oceans Action Summit for Blue Growth and Food Security has committed to a set of concrete actions aimed at restoring productive, resilient oceans that drive broad-based blue growth and deliver food security.
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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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