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The WIAA 2011 finalists are...

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WET News and Water & Wastewater Treatment (WWT) have today announced the finalists for the Water Industry Achievement Awards 2011. The winners will be announced on March 29 at a prestigious awards ceremony and gala dinner held at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham.

Don't miss out on a WIAA. Enter now!

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Are you a leader in your field? Do you have a community project worth shouting about? Is your product the latest technology in the industry? Then get the recognition your company deserves by entering the Water Industry Achievement Awards 2011 now.

MWH snaps up Biwater Services

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Environmental engineering, construction and strategic consulting services group MWH Global is taking over Biwater Services, the holding company for Biwater Treatment, Farrer Consulting and BiProduct Recovery. The move follows Biwater Holdings' decision to concentrate on its core businesses.

FOG Forum launched through British Water

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The water industry initiative on the management of fats, oils and grease (FOG) in sewers and wastewater has now gained considerable momentum through the efforts of a group of enthusiastic supporters from the sector. The FOG Forum will be hosted by British Water's Technical Forum and will be chai

Water industry 'Oscars' get under way

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Firms and organisations planning to enter next year's Water Industry Achievement Awards are being urged to submit their entries as soon as possible.

FOG gets dedicated website

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A microsite dedicated to fat, oil and grease (FOG) compounds in sewer networks has been launched by Water & Wastewater Treatment (WWT) magazine as part of its Campaign on FOG.

Scottish Water to become energy powerhouse

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland's first minister, Alex Salmond, wants Scottish Water to become an energy powerhouse, ensuring communities benefit from renewable energy developments. The proposal is one of ten new pieces of legislation that the first minister has presented in the Scottish government's programme for Governm

Government backing for Thames' sewage tunnel

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Thames Water's is to launch a consultation exercise shortly on the need for a tunnel to reduce the amount of raw sewage discharged into the River Thames. The move follows the government's decision to back Thames Water's tunnel plans.

Scottish government: ScotWat will remain state-owned

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scottish Water will remain a public-owned entity, the Scottish government has stressed despite calls for an urgent review of the utility's ownership. The government's stance follows Scotland's Independent Review Panel recommendation of "exploring options" to change the status of Scottish Water.

Scottish Water opts for Drought Order

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scottish Water is applying for a Drought Order in areas of Dumfries and Galloway following months of extraordinarily dry weather, and as part of its ongoing strategy to manage the water supply in the region.

Water industry debates challenges post Water White Paper

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

UK water industry experts gathered in London today (February 2) to discuss the future of the water industry following the release of the Government's Water White Paper (WWP).

British Gas and Thames Water to work on resource shortages together

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tackling droughts and energy inefficient homes are at the centre of new partnership between two of the UK's biggest utility firms.

Plans to extend EU list of dangerous water pollutants 'fall short', says WWF

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Environmental group WWF has criticised plans by the European Commission to add 15 new chemicals to the current EU list of 33 dangerous water pollutants, arguing proposals "fall short".

British Water launches international SME group

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An international group for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) has launched, in a bid to help them compete with major businesses in the global water market.

Coca-Cola on track to become 'water neutral' by 2020

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Drinks giant Coca-Cola has unveiled how it will continue to hit "stringent" targets to reduce water usage in its first digital Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).

Businesses urged to reduce water usage

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Water flows have improved in the UK's rivers as a result of tighter rules on abstraction for businesses, water companies and agriculture, but there is still a way to go says the Environment Agency (EA).

Water prices to rise from April

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Water industry regulator Ofwat has this morning announced that the average household water bill is to rise by 5.7% in 2012-13, adding about £20 to annual bills.

Ford reveals major investment in water reduction

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Car manufacturing giant Ford has revealed that it has invested Euro2.3m in its five-year water reduction strategy.

Institute of Water awards trio of water professionals

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institute of Water (IOW) has awarded a trio of water industry professionals with the Chartered Environmentalist qualification.

Dublin launches water mains upgrade works

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Dublin City Council has launched the next phase of a Euro118m water main rehabilitation project in a bid to reduce leakage, improve water pressure and security of supply.