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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Delivering rainwater management as part of the Integrated Water Management Plan in Greater Manchester
This Foundation for Water Research (FWR) webinar provides an overview of United Utilities’ approach to rainwater management. It includes the drivers for taking a different approach to how rainwater is captured…
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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
The FWR is part of the Institution of Environmental Sciences family – a professional body uniting science and people to accelerate the transition to a thriving environment. Covering 19…
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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…
