California Wildfires: A Climate Crisis, Implications for the UK

California Wildfires: A Climate Crisis, Implications for the UK

The recent wildfires in California have underscored the escalating impact of climate change on natural disasters.

Shaun Warren
Nature’s Guardians: How Mussels Are Protecting Poland’s Drinking Water

Nature’s Guardians: How Mussels Are Protecting Poland’s Drinking Water

In an innovative approach to safeguarding public health, several Polish cities have enlisted an unexpected ally: freshwater mussels.

Shaun Warren
Tech solutions to the water crisis

Tech solutions to the water crisis

When most people think of tech solutions to the water crisis, they tend to think of one thing: desalination.

Tim Smedley
Microplastics in Water: How Concerned Should We Be?

Microplastics in Water: How Concerned Should We Be?

2024 ended in a fairly crushing blow for the environment. And I’m not even talking about Trump. The UN’s global plastics treaty, officially the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) on Plastic Pollution, met in Busan, South Korea, with expectations to become The Paris Agreement for plastics.

Tim Smedley
Storm Bert: A Wake-Up Call for the UK on Flooding and Extreme Weather

Storm Bert: A Wake-Up Call for the UK on Flooding and Extreme Weather

In late November 2024, Storm Bert swept across the UK, leaving a devastating trail of destruction. With torrential rain, powerful winds, and record-breaking river levels, the storm caused widespread flooding, disrupted lives, and underscored the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events.

Matthew Rolph
The Implications of the Climate Crisis for the UK Construction Industry and the Role of Insurance in Risk Mitigation

The Implications of the Climate Crisis for the UK Construction Industry and the Role of Insurance in Risk Mitigation

Article 2 in our series on how insurance can help mitigate risk for UK construction sites.

Shaun Warren
The Economic Impact of Climate-Related Events on the UK Construction Industry

The Economic Impact of Climate-Related Events on the UK Construction Industry

Article 1 in our series on how insurance can help mitigate risk for UK construction sites.

Shaun Warren
National Sewage Spill Map: Empowering Swimmers and Protecting Waterways

National Sewage Spill Map: Empowering Swimmers and Protecting Waterways

In a groundbreaking effort to protect public health and foster transparency, Water UK has launched the National Storm Overflows Hub, a real-time map detailing sewage spills across England’s rivers and coastal waters.

Matthew Rolph
Severe Flooding in Málaga Highlights Urgent Need for Resilient Water Management

Severe Flooding in Málaga Highlights Urgent Need for Resilient Water Management

In mid-November 2024, Málaga, Spain, experienced unprecedented flooding due to torrential rains, leading to significant disruptions and highlighting critical challenges in urban water management.

Matthew Rolph
Thames Water's £3 Billion Lifeline: What It Means for the Future of UK Water Management

Thames Water's £3 Billion Lifeline: What It Means for the Future of UK Water Management

The UK's largest water utility, Thames Water, has secured the crucial backing of its creditors for a £3 billion emergency loan, ensuring operations continue until at least October 2025.

Matthew Rolph
Water Management at COP29

Water Management at COP29

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) is taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11th to 22nd.

Matthew Rolph
Thousands Rally in London Against Sewage Spills: A Growing Demand for Clean Water

Thousands Rally in London Against Sewage Spills: A Growing Demand for Clean Water

In a powerful display of public frustration, over 15,000 protesters gathered in London on Sunday, demanding urgent action on pollution in Britain’s rivers.

Matthew Rolph
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