Industry News

South West Water has taken a proactive stance against sewer misuse and misconnections, announcing a £2 million fund over the next five years to tackle these pressing issues. This initiative could set a precedent for the water sector, demonstrating ho

The UK government’s June 2025 Solar Roadmap has ignited a spark in the water utilities sector, with floating solar technology taking center stage. Mike Kelly, Director of AquaGen365, asserts that this inclusion opens the floodgates for large-scale de

On July 9, Kazakhstan honors its water sector workers, a profession that has never been more critical. As climate change intensifies and water scarcity grows, the country is pushing ahead with significant reforms to ensure sustainable water managemen

The Environment Agency (EA) has unveiled its ambitious five-year strategy, ‘EA2030 change for a better environment’, outlining a roadmap to healthier water systems in England by 2030. The strategy, announced today, underscores the EA’s commitment to

The U.S. House has passed President Donald Trump’s sweeping spending bill, a move that could send ripples through the water, sanitation, and drainage sector. While the bill’s tax cuts and Medicaid reductions have dominated headlines, the water indust

Niall Gleeson, CEO of Uisce Éireann, has declared 2024 a year of significant transformation for the utility, with over €1.3 billion invested in water services across Ireland. This investment, he asserts, underscores Uisce Éireann’s commitment to deli

The water industry stands at a crossroads, where the path forward demands more than just incremental steps—it requires a bold, strategic leap into smart metering. With regulatory pressures mounting, costs rising, and sustainability becoming non-negot

South East Water has struck a significant deal with Southern Water, marking a pivotal moment in the water quality testing sector. This new partnership will not only expand South East Water’s state-of-the-art laboratory facilities but also substantial

The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has delivered a stark assessment of the water industry’s role in the UK’s emissions reduction strategy, downgrading its ability to contribute to the nation’s climate goals. In its latest report to Parliament, the CC

United Utilities is accelerating its adoption of 3D printing technologies, marking a significant shift in how the water sector approaches infrastructure and operations. This move comes as the pioneering ‘Water Industry Printfrastructure’ project conc