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How hydroelectric power works, regional schemes and information on installing your own micro-hydro scheme.
Use form (WR317) and guidance (WR318) to apply for permission for a hydroelectric power scheme.
The licences and permits you need, the documents you must prepare, and how to apply to build a hydropower scheme.
How bottled water producers can get a natural mineral water recognised in England, and rules you need to follow to produce and label it.
The differences between the 3 types of bottled water, and what bottled water is exempt from the rules.
Emerging techniques on how to prevent or minimise the environmental impacts of hydrogen production by electrolysis of water.
What local authorities must do to grant recognition for natural mineral water and carry out ongoing checks.
How to comply with environmental permitting regulations to abstract deep geothermal energy.
Advises on how planning can ensure water quality and the delivery of adequate water and wastewater infrastructure.
Find out when to prepare a water cycle study for your proposed development plan document, or development, and what to focus on.
How to register as a spring water producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market spring water.
The Coal Authority is working with partners to unlock the heat within our historical coal mine network, to transform the homes and workplaces of the future.
How to carry out a groundwater risk assessment as part of an application for an environmental permit.
Guidance for non-water company abstraction licence holders affected by prolonged dry weather and drought.
How producers can get non-UK natural mineral waters recognised in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), or get UK products recognised overseas.
Planting the right tree, in the right place, can help manage flooding, improve water quality, and support aquatic habitats. Find out more in the collection of resources below.
How to register as a producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market bottled drinking water.
How to apply to the Environment Agency for a water abstraction or impounding licence.
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