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YORKSHIRE WATER UNDERBANK RESERVOIRMore trees are set to be planted across the region as Yorkshire Water continues its commitment to plant one million trees by 2028.

FLOODS - LOW CROSBY FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT SCHEMEVolkerStevin’s Low Crosby Flood Risk Management Scheme which used an entirely nature-based solution has won the 2023 national Constructing Excellence sustainability award. 

RIVER THAMES  PARLIAMENT - image courtesy Phillip Reiner 1The UK Government is facing a potential new legal challenge from environmental organisations on its failure to meet its legal obligations with regard to the water environment.

Daphnia- WATERFLEASTiny waterfleas could play a pivotal role in removing persistent chemical pollutants from wastewater – making it safe to use in factories, farms and homes, a new study reveals.

Published in Technology Focus

Natural Flood Management - Leaky Barrier Smithills Estate BoltonThe Government has announced that £25 million in ring-fenced funding will be invested in projects that use nature to protect communities from flooding.

STANTEC Andrew Johns NBS leadStantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering services, has appointed Andrew Johns as its Nature-based Solutions (NbS) lead for the UK and Ireland.

Published in Company News

RIVER TEESNorthumbrian Water is progressing further work on the North East Catchments Hub in partnership with The Rivers Trust.

RIVER OUSE Southern Water is building a £2.1 million new wetland beside an East Sussex wastewater treatment works in a move which will enhance and protect the quality of water in the River Ouse.

Published in Company News

UNITED UTILITIES Southwaite wetlands 1United Utilities has announced that it will be leading an £8.9 million national programme to bring more nature-based solutions into the water sector.

Published in Company News

RIVERS TRUST LOGOThe Rivers Trust will be co-leading a pioneering project aimed at mainstreaming nature-based solutions to deliver environmental and socioeconomic benefits.

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