Sea Change: The Plastic That Melts Away in Saltwater

Sea Change: The Plastic That Melts Away in Saltwater

In a world increasingly burdened by plastic pollution, a groundbreaking development from Japan's RIKEN institute offers a glimmer of hope.

Shaun Warren
Water Wise: How UK Homeowners Can Beat the Hosepipe Ban Blues

Water Wise: How UK Homeowners Can Beat the Hosepipe Ban Blues

As spring 2025 continues its unprecedented dry spell—already being dubbed the driest start since 1956—many homeowners across the UK face the looming threat of hosepipe bans.

Shaun Warren
Building on Water: Can the UK Balance Housing Growth with Flood Resilience?

Building on Water: Can the UK Balance Housing Growth with Flood Resilience?

In Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, residents are still reeling from the aftermath of a flood that tore through their community in September 2023. Torrents of water surged down streets, damaging homes, driveways, and infrastructure

Shaun Warren
The Bottled Illusion: Coca-Cola's Greenwashing Under the Microscope

The Bottled Illusion: Coca-Cola's Greenwashing Under the Microscope

Coca-Cola, one of the world's most recognisable brands, has long positioned itself as an industry leader in sustainability. However, recent developments have spotlighted troubling inconsistencies and outright greenwashing in its environmental practices, sparking concern among regulators, environmental groups, and consumers.

Shaun Warren
Mirroring Reality: The Emergence of Digital Twins in Water Systems

Mirroring Reality: The Emergence of Digital Twins in Water Systems

A digital twin is a dynamic, virtual representation of a physical asset, network, or system that mirrors real-world conditions using real-time data. For the water sector, this technology is a game-changer.

Shaun Warren
Under Pressure: The Fight to Save Britain's Rare Chalk Streams

Under Pressure: The Fight to Save Britain's Rare Chalk Streams

Britain’s chalk streams are among the world’s rarest and most cherished habitats. With only about 200 globally, England proudly hosts around 85% of them. Characterised by crystal-clear waters, gentle currents, and stable temperatures, chalk streams such as the River Test, Itchen, and Avon are renowned for their unique biodiversity, aesthetic beauty, and cultural importance

Shaun Warren
From Desert to Dales: What the UK Can Learn from Saudi Arabia’s Water Conservation Revolution

From Desert to Dales: What the UK Can Learn from Saudi Arabia’s Water Conservation Revolution

Water scarcity is a pressing global issue; innovative community-led initiatives are emerging worldwide to address this challenge. One such initiative is Saudi Arabia's comprehensive approach to water conservation, which offers valuable lessons for the UK.

Shaun Warren
No Mow May

No Mow May

I’ve always liked mowing the lawn. Perhaps it’s a childhood nostalgia thing, having watched my dad do it seemingly every weekend in summer. The smell, the neat intermittent stripes, the angry roar as the mower lifted for each turn.

Tim Smedley
From Black Gold to Blue Gold: The Rising Tide of Water Conflicts

From Black Gold to Blue Gold: The Rising Tide of Water Conflicts

In the 20th century, oil—often dubbed "black gold"—was the linchpin of global conflicts and geopolitical strategies. However, as we navigate the 21st century, a new contender has emerged: water, or "blue gold."

Shaun Warren
Beyond the Meter: How AMI is Shaping the Future of Water Consumption

Beyond the Meter: How AMI is Shaping the Future of Water Consumption

The era of estimated water bills and reactive maintenance is ending. In 2025, Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and smart water meters are redefining how utilities and customers interact with water.

Shaun Warren
The Bamboo Boom: Nature’s Answer to a Sustainable Future

The Bamboo Boom: Nature’s Answer to a Sustainable Future

From scaffolding on skyscrapers in Hong Kong to soft, breathable T-shirts hanging in ethical boutiques, bamboo is having a moment. Long celebrated in parts of Asia, this fast-growing grass is gaining global popularity as a green alternative to traditional materials.

Shaun Warren
Smart Networks: IoT’s Role in Revolutionising Water Resource Management

Smart Networks: IoT’s Role in Revolutionising Water Resource Management

Water resource management has always been a complex balancing act—meeting rising demand while preserving ecosystems, managing risk, and responding to ever-changing environmental conditions.

Shaun Warren
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