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Major new EPA report assesses Ireland’s vulnerability to climate change impacts

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published the findings of Ireland’s first National Climate Change Risk Assessment (NCCRA). This major study was undertaken by the...
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DAERA’s latest ‘Northern Ireland Environmental Statistics Report’ highlights public concern for environment

The Northern Ireland Environmental Statistics Report has been published by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA). This statistical report is produced annually...
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Research looks to shine light on importance of healthy peatlands in fight against climate change

Researchers at the University of Stirling are working with Scottish Water to capture data focused on underpinning the key benefits of peatland restoration work...
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UK’s first water monitoring centre launched to act as early-warning system for disease outbreaks and community health

The University of Bath is launching the UK’s first early-warning public health surveillance system based on detecting tiny traces of chemicals and biological markers...
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Joint research on engagement and accountability published by CCW and Ofwat

Joint research by the Consumer Council for Water (CCW) and Ofwat, has been published, exploring the themes of consumer engagement with water companies and...
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Increased confidence amongst project profession for UK achieving 2050 net zero targets, new survey shows

A new survey suggests that over half (52%) of project professionals are very confident that the UK will meet its net zero targets by...
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UK water companies face significant operational and financial challenges, says Fitch Ratings in new report

Credit rating agency, Fitch Ratings, has published a new report in which it says that UK water companies face significant operational and financial challenges...
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Institution of Civil Engineers launches green paper consultation to help address cost and time overruns on major infrastructure projects

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) wants to hear from decision makers, infrastructure professionals, civil engineers, civil society groups and other industry stakeholders on...
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Overall trust in water companies falls again as customers question fairness of bills

Fewer households believe the amount water companies charge is fair, with customers’ overall trust in the sector also hitting a new low. That’s according to...
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Water industry skills crisis intensifies as ‘perfect storm’ looms for AMP8

The water industry is facing a perfect storm of intensifying talent shortages, engineer departures, and a looming retirement cliff as AMP8 commences. That’s according...
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Global law firm publishes new report after researching investment in global water infrastructure, technology and services in 2024

Global law firm White & Case LLP has published a new report – ‘Currents of Capital 2025’ – uncovering significant momentum for investment...
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New report lifts lid on workplace culture in the utilities sector

A new research based report launched in May reveals a complex picture of the current state of leadership and culture in the utilities...
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The Chief Scientist’s Group says we need to change the way we think about the value and benefits of clean and plentiful water

In the Chief Scientist's Annual Review 2024, the Chief Scientist's Group has said we need to change the way we think about the value...
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Ofwat says water companies need to do better at sorting out customers’ complaints about bills – starting with better communications

Ofwat says that water companies must improve how they handle customer complaints about billing, with clearer and more effective communication being a crucial first...
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New Portsmouth Water reservoir set to drive multi-million pound growth across South East

Portsmouth Water’s flagship Havant Thicket Reservoir project is set to drive multi-million pound growth across the South East, both during construction and following completion. An...
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River water temperatures swing from hot to cold: major discovery shows value of open-source environmental data

Scientists have unveiled rapid fluctuations in river water temperature across the United States (US), with rivers controlled by dams showing more frequent and volatile...
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New UKWP white paper reveals AI opportunities for water sector

The UK Water Partnership (UKWP), in collaboration with British AI and data firm Aiimi, has published a new white paper, AI Within Reach, laying...
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The Big River Watch begins today, with The Rivers Trust hoping it will be the UK and Ireland’s biggest ever mass participation survey of...

The Big River Watch has returned today, as members of the public are once again invited to participate in the citizen science survey dedicated...
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Social Market Foundation launches new report, “Piping Up: Unlocking the potential of independent water companies”

The Social Market Foundation (SMF), sponsored by the Independent Networks Association, has launched a new report, “Piping Up: Unlocking the potential of independent water...
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National leakage centre location and design scoped out

The location and design for the National Leakage Research and Test Centre (NLRTC) have now been confirmed. The centre will provide a large, secure...
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Kongsberg Discovery on board with One Ocean Expedition for ambitious, year-long research voyage

Kongsberg Discovery has helped transform the 111-year-old, three-masted sailing ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl into a state-of-the-art research vessel for the One Ocean Expedition, recently departed...
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Report reveals more than a quarter of adults in England have considered withholding water bill payments as a result of recent sewage scandals

A new report from Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) has revealed that more than a quarter of adults in England have considered not paying their...
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Industrial resilience depends on water stewardship strategies, new report reveals

Manufacturers will need to step up their water stewardship strategies to mitigate water scarcity and safeguard the future of the process industries, according to...
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The utilities sector trails behind in customer service, report finds

New research has revealed that the utilities sector is trailing behind in the customer service experience, after it ranked in seventh place out of...
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Europe’s digital water market forecast to double by 2033 as policy and technology drive transformation

Europe’s digital water solutions market, the world’s largest in the sector, is on track to double in size, growing from US$13.7 billion in 2024...
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EPA announces funding of €6.6million for new research that will address environmental, climate and sustainability challenges in Ireland

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced funding of €6.6million for targeted new research projects to address environmental, climate and sustainability challenges in Ireland. The...
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New sustainable plant-based membrane works without fossil-fuel materials and toxic solvents 

Chemical engineers at the University of Bath have made an effective and more sustainable plant-based nanofiltration membrane, which – in a world first –...
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Bluewater calls for action after new study uncovers hidden risks of tiny plastic particles in tap and bottled water

Global water company Bluewater has called on governments, regulators, and industries around the world to act decisively to protect public health after a damning...
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Seven in 10 Brits concerned about health of their local river, Chivas Brothers survey finds

Seven in 10 (69%) Brits are concerned about the health of their local river while 84% are concerned about the health of UK waterways...
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Latest report reveals UK broadcast media’s climate change coverage is overwhelmingly event-driven

Broadcast PR consultancy, Be Broadcast, has released its latest report – Be Broadcast Mission Control: The Climate Conversation, which reveals that the UK broadcast...
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Latest UKWIR projects available for expression of interest

Expressions of interest (EOI) are being sought by UKWIR for expert partners to develop the evidence base, insight, knowledge and recommendations to respond to...
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New study finds 1,450% increase in microplastic levels within soil after four years of sewage sludge application

A new study by The James Hutton Institute has revealed an increase of up to 1,450% in the level of microplastics found within soil...
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New research finds that Wildlife Trust natural flood management schemes deliver £10 of benefit for every £1 invested

A new report commissioned by RSA Insurance, an Intact company, and The Wildlife Trusts shows that every £1 invested in natural flood management (NFM)...
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Manchester scientists develop ‘molecular trap’ to clean pollution from water

Scientists from The University of Manchester have developed a new material that could help reduce water pollution caused by harmful chemicals, such as from...
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How can we help our rivers? New study shows problems and opportunities in the protection of river biodiversity

An international research team led by Senckenberg scientist Prof. Dr. Peter Haase has evaluated the results of global measures to protect biodiversity in rivers....
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ECITB Census reveals water sector employers expecting above average workforce increases compared to wider engineering construction sectors

Figures published by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board reveals that employers in the water sector are more optimistic than the wider engineering construction...
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