Noticias sobre United Kingdom
Alex Simalabwi appointed new Executive Secretary and CEO of Global Water Partnership
New Executive Secretary and CEO Joins Leadership Team to Boost GWP’s Mission on Water Security and Climate Resilience
IDB Invest, Proparco and BRK Maranhão to expand water and sanitation services in Brazil
The project will provide clean water and improve basic sanitation to 370,000 residents in São José do Ribamar and Paço do Lumiar, benefitting public health and quality of life.
The importance of quenching AI’s thirst amid growth plans
On Monday, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced ambitious plans to expand the country’s artificial intelligence (AI) capacity.
Water sector organizations partner on innovative generative AI research project
WRF, AWWA, WEF, Karmous Edwards Consulting to develop GenAI best practices for water utilities.
Optimizing water network operation and leak reduction. Opportunities to export Spanish experiences
The implementation of advanced leak detection, smart metering, and IoT technologies can significantly reduce water losses, lower operational costs, and contribute to the overall sustainability of water resources.
Water sector cybersecurity in 2024: high stakes and urgent responses
The water sector, a cornerstone of critical infrastructure, is increasingly under siege from cyber threats.
Saudi Arabia announces the establishment of a new international water research center
Saudi Arabia has announced the establishment of a new international water research center.
Scientists urged to pull the plug on ‘bathtub modeling’ of flood risk
UC Irvine and University of Bristol researchers recommend analysis of complex factors.
UNCCD COP16: a moonshot moment for global land and drought resilience
The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) has kicked off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a historic milestone in the global effort to combat land degradation and drought.
Storm Bert causes havoc across the UK: Flooding, travel disruption and fatalities
The United Kingdom continues to deal with the aftermath of Storm Bert, which brought heavy rain, strong winds, and snowfall over the weekend, causing widespread disruption and claiming several lives, reports Reuters.
VINCI acquires FM Conway Limited in the United Kingdom
Acquisition by VINCI Construction of FM Conway Limited, a UK public works company. An annual revenue of about €690 million (£580 million) in 2024 generated by 2,000 employees. Expanding the VINCI Construction presence in the United Kingdom.
Lummus appoints Edosa Obayagbona as Chief Financial Officer
New CFO's global leadership and industry experience will help position Lummus for future growth.
Itron ships over one million Cyble 5 water communication modules, supporting Severn Trent
Itron, a leader in innovative solutions for energy and water management, has successfully delivered more than one million Cyble 5 water communication modules.
UK project to reduce PFAS pollution is awarded Stockholm Junior Water Prize
Christopher Whitfeld and Wenqi (Jonathan) Zhao from the United Kingdom received the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2024 for their work on PFAS pollution in the Thames Basin.
Bentley Systems Announces the Finalists of the 2024 Going Digital Awards
Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, has announced the finalists of the 2024 Going Digital Awards.
Storm overflows in England and Wales: understanding the controversy and challenges
In March 2024, the English water community unveiled a comprehensive plan to eliminate 150,000 annual sewage spills by 2030 through nearly 9,000 storm overflow improvements.
Saudi water treatment project: 54 companies bid for PPP initiative
Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA), in conjunction with the National Centre for Privatisation & PPP (NCP), announced on Sunday that 54 companies have expressed interest in the Water and Sewage Treatment Plants at Land Ports Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project, reports Zawya.
When in drought: Researchers map which parts of the Amazon are most vulnerable to climate change
In the late 2000s, Scott Saleska noticed something strange going on in the Amazon rainforest.
EBRD, UK and EU extend $30 million financing package for wastewater infrastructure in Jordan
EBRD, UK and EU provide financing of up to €27.1 million to Jordan’s water authority.
Climate change, El Niño and infrastructure failures behind massive floods in southern Brazil
Between 24 April and 4 May 2024 over 420 mm of rain fell in Brazil’s southernmost state Rio Grande do Sul, leading to more than 90% of the state being affected by flooding.