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This fall, the Water Authority was one of seven utilities nationwide to receive a Sustainable Water Utility Management Award from the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA). AMWA cited the utility’s 100-year water plan, WATER 2120; its success in conservation; its reliance on renewable energy; its asset management plan; and its support for species recovery and watershed protection.

Ofwat has announced a £104bn investment to transform the water sector, with major players like Southern Water, Thames Water, and Wessex Water set to lead the charge in improving services and environmental standards across #England and #Wales. This funding aims to address challenges such as storm overflow spills, wastewater treatment, and water supply sustainability. #WaterSector #Sustainability #Water #UK Read about it and more: https://lnkd.in/eAD4PVpy

What are the biggest challenges facing the water industry? 💧 Itron's director of water in APAC, Bruce Kain, answers this question and many more as he shares his insights on the hurdles facing the #Utility industry and the work Itron is doing to help Australia reach a better, more #Sustainable water future. Check out his full interview in Utility Magazine: https://bit.ly/3QbFSe3

💦 Water-Sensitive Investment: Financing Sustainable Water Management with ESRS E3 We’re excited to announce our upcoming Financial Services Council Webinar on "Water-Sensitive Investment: Financing Sustainable Water Management." 📅 Date: October 23, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10-11 AM CEST 🔗 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dbr5sP6c As global water resources become increasingly strained, financial institutions can play a vital role in promoting sustainable water management. This webinar will delve into the opportunities and challenges of financing projects that focus on water conservation, efficiency, and resilience. Learn how your organization can align with ESRS E3 standards and support long-term water sustainability through smart investments. Key Takeaways: ► Understanding the role of finance in driving sustainable water management. ► Opportunities for investing in water conservation and resilience projects. ► How to align investment strategies with ESRS E3 standards for environmental sustainability. Join us to explore the intersection of finance and sustainable water management! #SustainableInvestment #WaterManagement #ESRSE3 #FinanceForGood #SustainableFinance #WaterConservation #Webinar2024

Excited to be a co-author on this new analysis capturing the huge carbon opportunity here in the US to use climate finance to catalyze more/deeper public investment in watershed-scale green infrastructure instead of doubling down on energy-intensive centralized treatment (in those places where either are viable options, of course). This is what I've been focusing on for the past year, and it's great to get some numbers on it and get it published! The chance to avoid almost 30M tonnes of CO2e/year while also investing heavily in conservation projects throughout American watersheds is big, folks! #water #carbon #climate

Interesting article quantifying the ghg reduction potential if we scale green stormwater infrastructure in place of grey infrastructure. Check it out below.

💧 Sequana and Pemba Capital Partners Join Forces to Accelerate Growth in Australia’s Water Sector 🌍 Sequana has teamed up with Pemba Capital Partners Capital to drive significant growth and innovation within Australia’s water sector. This partnership is set to enhance the development of sustainable water solutions and meet the increasing demand for water management and infrastructure improvements. 🔹 Strategic Partnership: Sequana and Pemba Capital are focused on scaling innovative solutions that address water challenges in Australia. 🔹 Sustainable Growth: The collaboration aims to improve water infrastructure, conservation, and management strategies, contributing to a more resilient water sector. 🔹 Driving Innovation: By combining expertise, the partnership will enhance the deployment of cutting-edge technologies to meet the demands of a growing water market. 💬 How do you see this partnership impacting the future of Australia’s water industry? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dzJ9Cc4A #WaterManagement #Sustainability #WaterInnovation #Australia #WaterInfrastructure #WaterSector #Sequana #PembaCapital #WaterConservation #SustainableGrowth #UtilityWire #EnvironmentalImpact #WaterSolutions

Energy conservation is essential. Tom Paladino, CEO of Paladino and Company, a leading green construction consulting firm, warns that even small enterprises with low-risk tolerance and narrow profit margins can suffer from continuous waste. These companies must eliminate waste to stay afloat. This article offers advice on four energy-saving topics. #energyreduction https://lnkd.in/dGasiEr 

💦💷 £104 Billion for AMP8: Ofwat’s Final Determination Brings Big Investment Boost 💦💷 In a landmark decision, Ofwat has announced its Final Determination for the water industry’s AMP8 Business Plans, setting the investment figure at £104 billion. This represents a significant increase of £16 billion from the Draft Determination of £88 billion released in July. 📈 The announcement underscores the regulator's commitment to ensuring the industry is equipped to tackle environmental and operational challenges. 💧 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🔹 Investment increased to £104 billion, up £16 billion from July’s Draft Determination. 🔹 Water companies initially proposed £112 billion for AMP8, reflecting growing industry demands. 🔹 The £104 billion approval marks a 71% expenditure increase compared to PR19. 🔹 Ofwat challenged company expenditure where evidence was insufficient, ensuring funding efficiency. 🔹 Additional funding addresses requirements from Defra, the Environment Agency, and the Drinking Water Inspectorate. 🔹 Improved cost assessment approaches influenced the final investment figure. 🔹 Ofwat’s 7% challenge to company representations surpasses the 5% challenge seen at PR19. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 Chris Walters, Senior Director for the Price Review, emphasised the collaborative approach in addressing regulatory changes: “We flagged at the time [July] that further requirements were coming, particularly around storm overflows and forever chemicals. The quantum of the increase, however, was unclear until now.” Ofwat CEO David Black added: “The key thing was we didn’t know the quantum [of new requirements] in July. Now that we do, it’s reflected in the Final Determination.” ------------------------------------------ The £104 billion Final Determination represents a transformative moment for the water industry. It reflects the growing demands of modern infrastructure and environmental challenges, coupled with a commitment to rigorous financial scrutiny. As David Black succinctly put it, “This investment is vital to meet current and future needs.” 🚰 Water companies now face the critical task of translating this unprecedented funding into tangible improvements for communities, ecosystems, and water infrastructure nationwide. 👍 #investment #amp8 #waterindustry #watertreatment #infrastructure #meicahub #grs

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