Case studies: Water management
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Study to detect pollution markers in river water
Identified faecal pollution origins in UK rivers using DNA analysis. Target water remediation efforts with human-specific markers like HF183.
Water quality in water resource planning
Our team filled a fundamental gap in the Water Resources Management Planning (WRMP) process regarding water quality and climate change.
Service reservoir volume design guidance
The guidance is a clear and standard approach for designing storage volume requirements for use across the UK water industry.
Recycling coagulant sludge from water treatment
Funded by UK water companies, the project’s aim was to expand knowledge and explore the recycling options for alum and ferric coagulant sludges.
RAPID: Pesticides risk assessment online database
The RAPID online database is an in-depth information resource for understanding pesticide risks to drinking water quality.
Potential for partially corrugated stainless steel service pipes
Fixing leaks is one of the water industry’s biggest priorities and we evaluated the potential for stainless steel pipes to help with the issue.
Odour management user group
The user group is designed to encourage discussions between water treatment specialists to support the ongoing improvement of odour management.
Manhole rehabilitation specification to prevent infiltration
We collaborated on this project with Thames Water, Severn Trent Water, Northern Ireland Water, and Irish Water, assessing capabilities of techniques.