plastic pollution

Water sector makes strides on plastics commitment

Following the water sector’s commitment to prevent the equivalent of four billion plastic bottles ending up as waste by 2030, Utility Week speaks to Wessex chief executive, and co-champion of the target, Colin Skellett, to get an update on progress, including a new initiative from SES.

31/08/2021

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EAC launches inquiry into river health

A parliamentary committee on river pollution has launched an inquiry into a range of issues - from inland bathing waters to the efficacy of Ofwat’s regulation and the cost of reducing storm overflows.

08/12/2020

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Welsh Water asks government to ban plastic wet wipes

Welsh Water have called for wet wipes that contain plastic to be included in a government proposal to ban single-use plastics. The move is supported by 84 per cent of customers.

28/09/2020

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