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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · Jul 22

SPECIAL Cunliffe Review Reaction episode out now! Big headlines but will the proposed shake up of the UK water sector actually deliver improvement? Who's happy? Who's unhappy? What do people in the know really think? Get the inside track from @alastairchisholm.bsky.social
🎧➡️ bit.ly/PP_cunliffe

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ENDS Report @endsreport.com · Jul 24

🚨Out now 🚨

Water regulator Ofwat is to be axed, but what will replace it? 🤔

Plus what other big water shake-ups can we expect (or not expect) following this week's review? 🌊

Tune in to the latest episode of the ECO Chamber ft. guest @ciwem.bsky.social's @alastairchisholm.bsky.social to find out 💡

KAPOW! Ofwat whacked as new water super regulator rises

The economic regulator for the water sector Ofwat will be axed following an independent review headed by Sir John Cunliffe and replaced with a new watchdog absorbing elements of the Environment Agency...

www.endsreport.com

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jul 24

CIWEM director of policy @alastairchisholm.bsky.social has shared his deep-dive on the Independent Water Commission final report.

➡️ Read it: ciwem.org/news/cunliff...

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Alastair also joined @nikiroach.bsky.social for a special episode of @planetpossible.bsky.social.

➡️ Listen: bit.ly/PP_cunliffe

Cunliffe’s Independent Water Commission could shift the dial – with the right government commitment - CIWEM

The Independent Water Commission final report could shift the dial forward in water management – if the whole of government backs its recommendations.

ciwem.org

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jul 23

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) just make sense. So, what’s the hold-up?

In this article for #CIWEM, @altaeco.bsky.social reflects on the journey so far, analyses the newly-announced #SuDS standards, and looks at the way forward when it comes to SuDS in England.

www.ciwem.org/news/suds-co...

SuDS: Common sense stuck in stagnation - CIWEM

CIWEM director of projects Paul Shaffer asks why there has been so little progress on implementing Sustainable Drainage Solutions (SuDS) in England.

www.ciwem.org

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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · Jun 12

New ep out now! Our special guest is @tonyjuniper.bsky.social Nature campaigner and chair of @naturalengland.bsky.social - Tony speaks honestly and powerfully + he has huge influence. Tony & @nikiroach.bsky.social discuss nature, climate, equality + progress. A must listen.
🎧➡️ bit.ly/PP_juniper

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Healthy Air Coalition UK @healthyairuk.bsky.social · Jul 2

Yes, of course. The link to the Blueprint report on our website is here: www.healthyair.org.uk/healthy-air-...

Healthy Air Coalition launches new report… - Healthy Air Coalition

The Healthy Air Coalition is proud to launch our landmark policy report: “Making Britain’s air cleaner, healthier and better to breathe: A blueprint for government action on clean air.” Air pollution ...

www.healthyair.org.uk

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Healthy Air Coalition UK @healthyairuk.bsky.social · Jul 1

🚨 TODAY, the Healthy Air Coalition launches its new blueprint report for government action on clean air:
🎯Healthy air targets
🚫🔥 Phase out wood burning
🚗⬇️ Cut traffic
🌾✅ Cleaner farming
Join us in calling for #CleanAir for everyone
🔗http://bit.ly/4lbztNE

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Beaver Trust @beavertrust.bsky.social · Jun 24

This year marked a pivotal shift in beaver policy in England - dive into what it means for nature, people and climate resilience, as featured in @ciwem.bsky.social’s summer magazine.

With thanks to CIWEM for highlighting this topic.

#Beavers #NatureBasedSolutions

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 24

The UK is getting drier. Could reusing greywater help?

🗣️ With comment from CIWEM's Alastair Chisholm and The Rivers Trust's Mark Lloyd.

@theriverstrust.bsky.social
@alastairchisholm.bsky.social

www.theguardian.com/environment/...

The UK is getting drier. Could reusing greywater help?

Experts say the average Briton uses too much water per day and societal change needs to start today to tackle looming water crisis

www.theguardian.com

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 16

We're delighted to announce that Steve Thompsett, #CIWEM Trustee since 2018, has been awarded Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE)

This honour was given for his work & dedication to services to Water Management, Education & the Environment

🔗 www.ciwem.org/news/ciwem-t...

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 6

It was great to have MPs @leepitcher.bsky.social , Dr. @juliabuckley.bsky.social & @shaundaviesmp.bsky.social at #FloodandCoast25!

Lee highlighted important role of APPGs in driving policy change. Julia & Shaun shared updates on addressing flooding issues in the local areas of Shrewsbury & Telford.

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 4

The rest of the day featured a number of interesting talks, workshops and panel discussions.

We finished off the day with the Women in Flood and Coast (WiFCERM) Panel + Networking Event - an inspiring & inclusive gathering open to all working across the FCERM sector.

Stay tuned for day two!

ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 4

We then welcomed Defra Floods Minister Emma Hardy to the main stage.

Minister Hardy announced to delegates long-awaited reforms to the outdated flood funding formula - introducing a simpler and more strategic approach to flood funding.

View the consultation: consult.defra.gov.uk/floods-and-w...

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 4

We also had CIWEM director of policy @alastairchisholm.bsky.social and EA chair Alan Lovell discussing Government's ambitions for growth & the role the community plays in delivering to these targets.

Alan Lovell also stressed the importance of celebrating the good work being done by the sector.

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 4

We had a great first day at Flood & Coast 2025!

#CIWEM President Hannah Burgess and Director of Learning and Organisational Development Darren Eckford delivered the opening presentation, sharing an inspiring introduction to this year's Flood & Coast.

#FC2025 #FloodandCoast25

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 3

🌟 It's the start of #FloodandCoast25 🌟

This year, CIWEM's Flood & Coast conference promises to be more expansive, insightful and diverse than ever before, with insightful sessions, structured workshops and smaller presentations.

Learn more about this year's conference here: floodandcoast.com

ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Jun 2

A letter written by CIWEM director of policy
@alastairchisholm.bsky.social has been featured on @financialtimes.com

Alastair reflects on findings from recent @thecccuk.bsky.social adaptation progress report & urges Government to take firmer action on climate adaptation:

www.ft.com/content/4bbb...

Letter: Labour’s bona fides on climate change questioned

From Alastair Chisholm, Policy Director, The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management, London EC1, UK

www.ft.com

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Alastair Chisholm @alastairchisholm.bsky.social · May 30

Great piece by @itvnews.bsky.social on why the UK still won't have enough water despite building new reservoirs, and some of the other approaches that could unlock water resilient housing and wider economic growth in water scarce areas. @ciwem.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykj5...

Why the UK still won't have enough water despite building new reservoirs | ITV News

YouTube video by ITV News

www.youtube.com

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ENDS Report @endsreport.com · May 22

– INFLUENCERS –

🏅 Martin Baxter @mbxsustain.bsky.social, deputy chief executive of IEMA
🏅 @alastairchisholm.bsky.social, policy director at @ciwem.bsky.social
🏅 Adam Donnan MIEnvSc CEnv MBA, chief executive of the Institution of Environmental Sciences

Power List 2025 day four: Academics, influencers revealed

www.endsreport.com

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Apr 14

Great to see Enabling Water Smart Communities (EWSC) member George Warren on this month’s #PlanetPossible!

Alongside @nikiroach.bsky.social and @tomchance.bsky.social from Community Land Trusts, they explore the benefits of harvesting rainwater and using it in our homes.

🔗 bit.ly/PP_rainwater

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The People’s Commission on the Water Sector @peopleswater.bsky.social · Apr 4

@al_chisholm tells The People's Commission what we need to secure a resilient water system youtu.be/wRtK29qg8Vo?si… 1. Mandatory water efficiency labelling 2. Ambitious building standards to save water 3. Drinking water just for drinking. 4.Local people deciding priorities

The People's Commission:What do we need to secure a resilient water system. Alastair Chisholm

YouTube video by Peoples Commission

https://youtu.be/wRtK29qg8Vo?si…

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Alastair Chisholm @alastairchisholm.bsky.social · Apr 4

What do we need to make a resilient water system?
1/8) Firstly, water sector to improve pollution performance:
- Treated sewage effluent,
- storm overflows,
- appropriate regulation of biosolids,
- helping identify drain misconnections,
- good asset maintenance.

@peopleswater.bsky.social

The People’s Commission on the Water Sector @peopleswater.bsky.social · Apr 4

@alastairchisholm.bsky.social

The People’s Commission on the Water Sector @peopleswater.bsky.social · Apr 4

@al_chisholm tells The People's Commission what we need to secure a resilient water system youtu.be/wRtK29qg8Vo?si… 1. Mandatory water efficiency labelling 2. Ambitious building standards to save water 3. Drinking water just for drinking. 4.Local people deciding priorities

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Antony Firth @antonyfjrth.bsky.social · Mar 29

Second, a ‘postcard’ in @ciwem.bsky.social newsletter on heritage and coastal change www.ciwem.org/news/respond...

Responding to the urgent threat of climate change on our coastal heritage - CIWEM

An update to CIWEM’s ‘Postcards from the Edge’ report on changing coastlines addresses the unique challenges facing the UK’s heritage assets.

www.ciwem.org

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ciwem.bsky.social @ciwem.bsky.social · Mar 22

We're delighted to announce that CIWEM's Environmental Photographer of the Year competition is back for 2025, in partnership with Brave Blue World, allowing artists & communities to #tellyourwaterstory through their photographs.

🌟 Stay tuned for more!

#WorldWaterDay

📸 Maurizio Di Pietro (2022)

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Alastair Chisholm @alastairchisholm.bsky.social · Mar 11

Unquestionably, Windermere should be cleaned up, and there are various options to do this.
Govt should talk about these rather than potentially making itself hostage to fortune through soundbites pointing to the most extreme outcome.
inews.co.uk/news/why-pla...

Why plans to stop sewage pouring into Windermere may never happen

The Government announces a 'long-term ambition' to ensure 'only rainwater' ends up in Windermere, but some experts are sceptical

inews.co.uk

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