Severn Trent Costain is successfully pioneering the use of solar panels to power remotely located water meters for the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in the UK. The environmentally friendly photovoltaic panels provide a neat solution to the challenge of providing electricity to remote sites, which are often a considerable distance from the nearest mains power … Read more
Water shortages will threaten the future of large-scale energy projects, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned. In a recent energy report, the IEA claims that the water needed for energy production is set to grow at twice the pace of energy demand until 2035, requiring the use of better technologies to manage the risk. … Read more
EU waters are not doing well in terms of quality, despite improvements in recent years. Water quantity is of equal concern with water scarcity spreading in Europe and extreme events (like floods) increasing in too many Member States. We must step up our efforts in order to deal with old and emerging challenges, including water … Read more
Siemens will put its water treatment business up for sale to focus on its automation technology in the water sector, the company announced today. Siemens Water Technologies, which offers solutions for municipal and industrial water purification and wastewater treatment, will be sold along with the corresponding service activities. The sale of the business, worth around … Read more
An engineering company in Cookstown, County Tyrone has announced it is creating 70 new jobs. TES NI Ltd, which specialises in the design and supply of water treatment facilities, will almost double its workforce in the £2.3m expansion. The firm was established in 1999 and also produces electrical control panels and switchgear equipment. Invest Northern … Read more
NI Water is pleased to announce the completion of a £8 million upgrade at Magherafelt Wastewater Treatment Works. Welcoming the project’s completion, Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy said: “This project represents a major investment for Magherafelt and the surrounding area. It will bring significant benefits to the local environment, whilst meeting the needs of the … Read more
A leak detection system that can identify damaged water pipes swiftly and accurately has been developed by engineers at the University of Sheffield in England. Leaky pipes are a common problem for the water industry. According to Ofwat, between 20 and 40 per cent of total water supply can be lost through damaged pipes. Developing … Read more
The Government’s approval of funding for the upgrading of the Shannon Sewerage Scheme will significantly expand the quality and scale of the water and wastewater infrastructure in the town. The funding will enable Clare County Council to accept the tender of just over Eur1 million, submitted by Glen Agua, to provide for significant mechanical and … Read more
Limerick County Council and Coffey Water have signed contracts for the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant in Kilmallock. The new plant will replace the existing waste water treatment facility which was built in the 1940’s. Work on the contract, valued at Eur2.44 million, will commence shortly with the new plant expected to be … Read more
Ireland is facing formidable environmental challenges, particularly in relation to water, climate change and nature protection, concludes the latest country report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). That’s despite the environment being described as ‘generally in good condition overall’. Related articles Carbon emissions reporting to be mandatory for listed companies Gorbachev warns Rio+20 against ‘backsliding’ … Read more