Peter Glanville and Emily Owen, Principal Hydrologist Consulting, explore why catchment scale thinking can trickle down for water resilience solutions across the European Union.
The UK government has set out its first nationwide plan to address ‘forever chemicals’ (PFAS), outlining new monitoring, research and potential regulatory limits to protect public health and the environment.
A landmark UN report has declared the world has entered an "era of global water bankruptcy," a post-crisis reality where critical water systems have suffered irreversible damage and can no longer meet humanity’s growing demands.
Claire Jackson from HC Legionella Ltd examines the role of TMVs in managing water temperature and the challenges they pose in preventing Legionella growth within NHS buildings.
A new study reveals engineered biochar, a modified carbon material from waste biomass, is a powerful and affordable tool for simultaneously removing heavy metals and organic pollutants from wastewater, offering a sustainable solution to complex water pollution.
A new study published in Nature Water shows that restoring Europe’s wetlands could play an essential role in reducing nitrogen pollution in rivers, significantly improving water quality while having minimal impact on agriculture.
The need to control costs and improve sustainability is shifting perspectives on water attenuation systems. Jack Shuttleworth from Forma discusses an innovative stormwater management system at Manchester Airport, using a modular approach that eliminates the need for large tanks.
HC Legionella Ltd investigated temperature issues in hot water cylinders for a healthcare site, where temperatures were in a range conducive to bacterial growth; here, Authorising Engineer, Claire Jackson, explains how the issue was resolved.
It is a legal requirement to assess the risk posed by legionella bacteria in all commercial properties. The risk assessment must be “suitable” and “sufficient”. As the complexity of water systems increases, along with the number of outlets, components, and systems, the need for expert external assistance tends to rise.
Ian Culbert, Executive Director of the Canadian Public Health Association, discusses the health impacts of air and water pollution and steps needed to mitigate their impact.
HC Legionella is a water hygiene specialist focused on resolving Legionella control issues. Here, authorising engineer Claire Jackson shares an example of her team’s work in addressing temperature issues at a high-risk site that posed a threat to vulnerable individuals.
The HC Legionella team specialises in legionella control and water hygiene for the healthcare, industrial, and commercial sectors. They share an example of their work here.
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification have released the World Drought Atlas, which reveals the current conditions and the risks.
