Water UK has launched a public consultation on building an ambitious, long-term Vision for the water sector in England.

From Water UK. Submissions invited by 31 March.

The ‘Developing a 2050 Vision for the Water Sector’ discussion paper is the first step towards agreeing ways of accelerating and broadening the sector’s role in the face of unprecedented challenges.

The increased risk of droughts, flooding, biodiversity loss and significant population growth, combined with the climate emergency, will place significant pressure on the environment, water resources, and ageing infrastructure, unless there is a long-term strategic plan for future generations. At the same time, there is an opportunity to find new ways of delivering for customers and the environment.

The Vision 2050 discussion paper confirms the industry’s ambition to be recognised as a global environmental leader: stewarding the improvement and protection of England’s iconic rivers, seas, lakes and streams; acting on the severe impacts of climate change; as well as protecting customers’ long-term interests in keeping households and businesses bills affordable.