Drought in the UK: reshaping our water’s future
One of the most comprehensive reviews into the science of drought in the UK is now complete. The UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) was a major contributor to the report, which will...
A 1% change is all it takes to make a big difference on the...
In most water and wastewater applications, making a small change to the speed or control philosophy of a pump motor will generally have no negative impact on the pumping system’s effectiveness. However, when you...
Meeting the challenge of water scarcity
As our climate changes and our population increases there is an ever-increasing demand for water, particularly where water resources are already under stress. Significantly increased populations in various parts of the country predicted within...
Dredging more essential than ever for UK water network
Our rivers and canals are bearing the brunt of pollution and blockages caused by storm debris. With the accelerating rate of climate change, these problems look set to become increasingly common. Mark Fowles, of...
Delivering definitive air quality solutions for a ‘Net Zero UK’
Interview with SUEZ Air & Climate specialist, Craig Lewis
You’ve introduced SUEZ AirAdvanced®-SCAN360 in the UK. Why?
It’s the Net Zero 2030 target. The UK has set some pretty high targets to combat climate change and...
Climate change inspires NI Water to look underground
NI Water has adapted new technology to assist with the impact of climate change on drinking water supplies.
In the village of Moneymore, Londonderry, abstraction has successfully sourced sustainable groundwater. This will not only improve...
Fit and forget – a guaranteed method reducing energy bills
Water conservation is the key to reducing energy bills. Heating water accounts for nearly 1/5th of energy use in UK homes.
Reducing hot water demand is an effective way to help occupants conserve energy and...
Pilot success for green energy generation at Scottish reservoir
A renewable energy scheme is integral to upgrades at a Scottish reservoir.
A hydroelectric generation solution, comprising a reversible-pump turbine, generator, and regenerative variable speed drive (VSD), has been installed at Lower Glendevon reservoir’s compensation...
‘Clean’ technology must be embraced
The Trial Reservoir (TR) - a world-first from consultancy Isle - aims to save carbon emissions equivalent to 30,000 people every year through water innovation. Head of the Trial Reservoir, Dr Jo Burgess, provides...
Climate Change, the Cost-of-Living Crisis and Water
In the UK water conservation has been almost treated with derision. Excepting the summer of 1976, water restrictions are limited to occasional hose pipe bans. However, the wider impact of excessive water usage is...