FWR Analysis examines and responds to emerging water topics, challenges and solutions, from news and research to professional insights and opinions.
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Unlocking the potential of river biofilm bacteria for freshwater monitoring
England’s rivers are under pressure. Pollution from agricultural runoff, treated and untreated wastewater, and a changing climate are testing the resilience of freshwater ecosystems that millions of species and…
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Two million toads and counting: Citizen science, freshwater policy, and the future of one of Britain’s most familiar amphibians
Each spring, on warm and rainy evenings across Britain, a migration unfolds. From woodland edges, hedgerows, gardens, and grasslands, thousands of common toads (Bufo bufo) begin a determined journey…
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Microplastic pollution in the freshwater environment
This event brings together experts to explore the growing issue of microplastics in our aquatic and marine environments, and the implications for sustainable wastewater management. The event features lightning…
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FWR Panel Discussion – the impact of agriculture on water
In this Foundation for Water Research (FWR) event, speakers discussed the critical relationship between agriculture and water resources. Through a series of short, lightning presentations the expert speakers highlighted…
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The great hydropower dilemma: Can large and mega dams deliver a just energy transition?
The construction of large hydropower infrastructures has become a cornerstone of global climate mitigation strategies. As nations pursue climate-neutral economies, hydropower is often seen as a reliable renewable energy…
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Integrating water management to enable sustainable growth
In January 2025 the Chancellor reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the Oxford to Cambridge Growth Corridor to help kickstart economic growth, highlighting the potential of the corridor to unlock…
