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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
Severn Trent has received the Advancing level certificate from the Carbon Trust, a part of its Route to Net Zero Standard. The second of three tiers, the Advancing certification is awarded to companies that demonstrate science-aligned reductions in operational emissions, have clear science-aligned reduction targets, and are advancing their CO2e management practices.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
A team of research experts from Northumbrian Water are currently developing the ground-breaking project, which will transform algae grown in domestic sewage into sustainable aviation fuel. Named the “Green Machine”, the innovation will see experts using algae to extract nitrogen and phosphorous from wastewater, recover it and then convert it into sustainable fuels.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
The almost 100-metre-long vessel, Norway’s largest sailing ship, has been fitted with an array of Kongsberg Discovery technology to help scientists monitor and understand unique ocean environments, including the waters of the legendary Northwest Passage.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
Nowcasting is the short-term forecast of rainfall, typically over a timeframe ranging from a few minutes to a few hours ahead. The trial is across the River Severn catchment area to provide long-term resilience for communities and the environment. Communities along the River Severn have a long history of flooding. Significant floods in recent decades have caused extensive damage to homes and businesses, while impacting local infrastructure and disrupting travel.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
Anglian’s smart meter rollout is the largest of any water company and will continue over the next five years in partnership with partners, Arqiva, and alliance partners Kier and Clancy, after the organisations renewed their contract in October 2024. As part of these agreements Anglian Water will continue to work with Kier and Clancy to install over 1,000 smart meters a day as it finishes upgrading all water meters in the region.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
Atlas Copco’s energy efficient aeration blowers will be featured on the stand. The range includes the ZS3 and ZS4 oil-free rotary screw blowers, engineered with an optimised internal compression process that delivers a consistent, oil-free air stream critical for effective aeration. These models are designed to accommodate variable airflow demands while keeping energy use and maintenance costs to a minimum. In addition, the ZL1 oil-free rotary lobe blower will be on display.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
The company said this significant expansion follows increased demand for more sustainable drainage products as well as interest from buyers looking for greater choice within the vitrified clay pipe category. To mark the UK launch, Steinzeug-Keramo will showcase its KERA range of vitrified clay pipes and fittings at Utility Week Live, 20-21 May at the NEC, Birmingham.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
The new facility will almost double the design of the existing treatment plant and pave the way for new development in the village. Speaking about the upgrade, NI Water’s Director of Infrastructure Delivery, Tzvetelina Bogoina, said:“This £7m investment by NI Water will see the construction of a modern new treatment solution on an area of land beside the existing Clogher plant, which will remain fully operational.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
According to a BBC Bitesize careers survey, ‘engineer’ is a top career choice for teenagers, ranking second only to ‘doctor’. ICE Futures is an accessible way to see what a civil engineer does and how to become one. It follows three relatable characters – Mae, Robyn and Omar – on their professional journey through a futuristic city, Brighthaven, that evolves over 50 years.
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1 week ago | 
watermagazine.co.uk | Michael Capel
According to a BBC Bitesize careers survey, ‘engineer’ is a top career choice for teenagers, ranking second only to ‘doctor’. ICE Futures is an accessible way to see what a civil engineer does and how to become one. It follows three relatable characters – Mae, Robyn and Omar – on their professional journey through a futuristic city, Brighthaven, that evolves over 50 years.
