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Water sector climate projections in practice

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK and Defra today jointly hosted a water sector Projections-in-Practice workshop on implications of the UK Climate Projections 2009 released last month.

Our drinking water is top quality, regulator confirms

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0100

In its annual report for 2008, the independent Drinking Water Inspectorate for England and Wales once again confirms high compliance with the European Drinking Water Directive.

Water UK statement on publication of the Walker Review interim report

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK is pleased that the Walker Review on water charging for domestic customers is now able to publish its interim report. Timing is of the essence if some of the recommendations of the report - we look particularly to those dealing with water de...

Environment Agency consultation on draft River basin Management Plans

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to the Environment Agency's consultation on draft River Basin Management Plans.

Planning and paying for a better water environment

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has published its response to an Environment Agency consultation on draft River Basin Management Plans which aim to improve rivers, lakes, estuaries and other water courses.

Eco-system services and the value of a healthy environment

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Let's develop expertise in valuing environmental benefits as eco-system services, but not at the expense of existing strengths and disciplines.

Flooding - a timely call for new management and investment strategies

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Reports published today by the Environment Agency demand a serious policy debate about how to stop costs and disruption from flooding escalating as climate change gathers pace.

Planning for climate change - the irresistible case for action

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Government climate projections released today highlight an urgent need for planning in critical sectors of the economy.

Water bills reflect regional differences

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Unison correctly points to regional differences in water bills but not the main reason they exist.

Water companies and responsible business

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The water industry is again recognised in national corporate responsibility awards announced today by Business in the Community (BITC).

Carbon and the water industry - running to stand still

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Policy and regulation are hampering water industry efforts to bring down greenhouse gas emissions.

Department of Energy and Climate Change - Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to the DECC's consultation on the Draft Order to Implement the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC), scheduled to come into effect April 2010.

Defra consultation on the second phase of Environmental Permitting Programme

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to Defra's consultation on the second phase of Environmental Permitting Programme.

Consultation on modernisation of salmon and freshwater fisheries legislation

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to Defra's consultation on modernisation of salmon and freshwater fisheries legislation%3B new order to address the passage of fish.

Environment Agency consultation on Pollution Reduction Plans

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to the Environment Agency's consultation on WFD Pollution Reduction Plans for chemicals.

Draft Statutory Instrument to amend provisions of the Water Resources Act 1991

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to Defra's Draft Statutory Instrument to amend provisions of the Water Resources Act 1991 for Water Protection Zones, and related Draft Statutory Guidance for the Environment Agency

Definition of Zero Carbon Homes and Non-Domestic Buildings

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Water UK has responded to a Communities and Local Government consultation on the definition of zero carbon homes and non-domestic buildings.

EA Consultation on England and Wales Pollution Inventory 2009 to 2011

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Water UK has responded to the Environment Agency's consultation on England and Wales Pollution Inventory 2009.

Response to Department of Energy and Climate Change consultation on carbon accounting

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Water UK fully supports the development of a carbon accounting scheme to monitor compliance with targets and budgets in the Climate Change Bill.

Response to consultation on Directions to the Environment Agency on classification of water bodies

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Water UK has responded to the joint Defra and Welsh Assembly Government consultation.

Water UK response to Defra consultation on The Private Water Supplies (England) Regulations 2008

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Although private supplies are, by definition, not the responsibility of the statutory water suppliers, there are potential implications for statutory suppliers from some of the draft proposals set out in the consultation.

Water UK response to Ofwat consultation on accounting separation

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Water UK has responded to Ofwat's consultation Accounting Separation- Consultation on allocation of activities between business units .

EA Standard Rules Consultation No. 2 - Standard Rules for Environmental Permitting Regulations

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Water UK represents the water and waste water service providers at UK and European level. Our members contribute to protection and enhancement of the environment and public health. Water UK supports the principles of sustainability, better streamli...

Water UK response to the Defra consultation on Revised Waste Exemptions from Environmental Permitting

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to the government's consultation on Revised Waste Exemption from Environmental Permitting, and welcomes the rationalisation of the current regime and the clarity it will bring to the water industry.

Water UK response to Cave Review on innovation

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to the questions on innovation in the call for evidence of the Cave Review on competition and innovation.

Statutory consultation on the Renewables Obligation Order 2009 - Water UK response

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100

The UK water industry generates over 515 GWh of renewable energy annually. There is potential for this to increase. However, in a heavily regulated industry, this requires appropriate policies and incentive mechanisms. At present, the Renewable Oblig...

UK Renewable Energy Stategy - BERR Consultation - Water UK response

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100

The water industry supports the Government's aim to increase the proportion of energy generated from renewable sources. The UK water industry generates over 515 GWh of renewable energy annually. There is potential for this to increase. However, in a ...

Ofwat's Future Water Efficiency Targets - Water UK response

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to Ofwat's consultation on Future Water Efficiency Targets. Water companies have an important role in promoting the efficient use of water, but they cannot do this alone. The regulator needs to make it clear that it is a soc...

Water UK response to Cave Review on competition

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responded to part of the call for evidence from the Cave Review on competition and innovation.

Water UK response to Ofwat consultation - Review of Competition

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Water UK has responed to Ofwat's second part of its consultation on the way competition in its various forms may be promoted in the industry.