Ofwat backs nine companies to explore innovative water supply solutions

Projects designed to deliver improved long-term security of water supplies have secured funding

Ofwat proposals to cut water bills by £1bn

Plans to remove barriers for new companies to enter the water market have been proposed. That could reduce bills for customers by up to £1 billion by 2020, according to Ofwat. Under the proposals to open up the market for energy from wastewater solids, the regulator suggests separating binding price controls for sludge and water resources. […]

Indian President calls for efficient water use

The Indian President has called on his country to use water more efficiently with the three ‘R’s – reducing, recycling and reusing. Speaking at the second India Water Forum event in New Delhi, Pranab Mukherjee (pictured, right) said the nation has only 4% of water resources despite being home to 17% of the global population. […]