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This section describes the mechanisms to control abstraction and impoundment of water, and mechanisms to protect water resources that are used for abstraction.
Guidance for non-water company abstraction licence holders affected by prolonged dry weather and drought.
£11.5m extra funding announced to boost tree planting, habitat restoration and flood management across England through the Water Environment Improvement Fund.
The 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme is the government’s nationally coordinated programme of investment in 5G.
Emerging techniques on how to prevent or minimise the environmental impacts of industrial hydrogen production from methane or refinery fuel gas with carbon capture for storage.
Emerging techniques on how to prevent or minimise the environmental impacts of hydrogen production by electrolysis of water.
This report provides examples of research to support policy development ,pro-poor programmes and resilience to climate change
A review of the qualitative data on the economic benefits and costs of investments in the delivery of water services at scale
The joint UK-Canada £1.2 million Aqualunar Challenge is launching to support development of water-purifying technologies for the Moon.
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 government, water companies and the Environment Agency make sure there is enough water for future needs of both people and the environment.
The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) is a non-ministerial government department. We are the economic regulator for the water and sewerage sectors in England and Wales. We are responsible for making sure that the companies we regulate provide consumers with...
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