New BSI guidance to detect microplastics

New guidance is focused on detecting microplastics in the water supply and ultimately protect consumers from the associated risks. The announcement comes as UK waterways...

Water professionals encouraged to take action for change

Water sector professionals need to use their expertise “to be the agents for change”. That was the message coming from a keynote delivered by Natalie...

Power down, pump smarter

According to a European Commission report, pumping systems account for nearly 22 per cent of the energy consumed by electric motors worldwide and approximately...

Does Europe spend more on flood damage repair than prevention?

By Oliver Guglielminetti, Global Product Manager - Pumps Water & Wastewater, and Ove Fjordmand, Denmark Country Manager, Sulzer. Flooding is now considered the costliest natural...

Water sector needs one voice on PFAS and emerging contaminants

Increased public awareness of micropollutants and emerging contaminants in wastewater and drinking water, along with tougher scrutiny from regulators, means the water sector needs...

Rethinking resilience: unlocking hidden hydraulic capacity in our wastewater networks

By Mike Williamson, Managing Director, Water Services, Adler & Allan Despite increased investments and regulations, the UK’s ageing wastewater infrastructure faces challenges from climate change...