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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Transforming water infrastructure in new housing
England needs to cut water demand while also preparing for worsening flood risk. Integrated water management can tackle both. Research by the University of Manchester within the Enabling Water…
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New-build housing and the presence of lead and nickel in drinking water
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 20…
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Taking a holistic approach to PFAS in land, air and water
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), referring to over 10,000 chemicals used in a wide variety of consumer and industrial products, are a pervasive issue across the environment. There has been…
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Recharge and Soil Moisture Dynamics: Improving Groundwater Models and Geohazard Assessment
Groundwater is a critical water resource in the UK and globally. Its effective management and protection depend on robust hydrogeological judgement supported by scientific calculations that quantify the water…
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Microplastics, PFAS, and their potential for interaction in the environment
In considering potential environmental impacts, microplastics (MPs) and Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) have a lot in common. They are widely found in the environment, and some can be…
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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…
