15 Feb 2023
Water is an impact multiplier for sustainability and inextricably linked to climate change and the degradation of ecosystems. Ninety per cent of natural disasters are water-related – whether flood, drought, or super-storm – causing millions in damages annually. With each passing year, there are more record-setting wet and dry seasons, affecting livelihoods, creating supply chain […]
15 Feb 2023
One hot, dry spell away from drought returning this summer, National Drought Group warns The Environment Agency and National Drought Group members continue to take action to reduce risks, improve water supplies and protect the environment. Following the driest summer in nearly 30 years, experts are warning that another hot dry spell could see drought […]
15 Feb 2023
Among a swathe of Ofwat PR24 publications last week, the regulator is consulting on regulatory reporting for 2022-23, and on operational greenhouse gas emissions performance commitments definitions for PR24. Regulatory reporting This consultation sets out proposed changes to the reporting requirements for the annual performance report (APR) for 2022-23 onwards. The reporting requirements for the […]
15 Feb 2023
Free access to over 1,000 of UKWIR’s research reports has now been made easier due to the launch of a new “MyLibrary” feature on the UKWIR website. The feature provides new ways to access, organise and share UKWIR’s work – supporting our ambition to provide open access for members, collaborators, regulators, academics, and other stakeholders. […]
15 Feb 2023
Durleigh wetlands driving water quality improvements Natural habitats helping to substantially reduce chemicals and boost water quality at Somerset reservoir As World Wetlands Day is celebrated, project continues to drive big drops in ammonia and phosphorus in nearby water courses Biodiversity increases by up to three-quarters and continues to climb as Wessex Water maintains push […]
15 Feb 2023
Valuing Nature: The Case for Nature-Related Assessment & Disclosure – Capitals Coalition The connection between nature and business is foundational, with economic activity of all kinds dependent on the value we receive from the natural world. This report by the SustainAbility Institute by ERM and the Capitals Coalition, addresses challenges facing companies in the complex and […]
14 Feb 2023
A dispute between BP and Orsted over an area of seabed earmarked for both carbon storage and offshore wind is set to come to a head this year as both approach key milestones. Orsted intends to build its 180-turbine Hornsea Four wind project in an area of sea around 40 miles off the Yorkshire coast, […]
14 Feb 2023
The Important Shark and Ray Areas (ISRA) project has released the first electronic atlas of priority areas for sharks, rays, and chimaeras. Sharks and rays are some of the most threatened vertebrates on Earth, and the ISRA project uses the best available science to identify regions across global waters most critical for the long-term survival […]
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