United Kingdom: Water

As data centres transition from largely unregulated facilities to designated critical infrastructure, their environmental impact and energy consumption have come under unprecedented regulatory scrutiny. With the AI boom driving exponential growth in data centre capacity, new EU reporting requirements, energy audits, and forthcoming rating schemes are reshaping the investment landscape and forcing operators to balance digital expansion with climate commitments.

On Tuesday, 17 March 2026, the European Commission published draft amendments to the Climate Delegated Act (CDA) and the Environmental Delegated Act (EDA) setting out the criteria...

The past few months have proved more than ever that predicting tomorrow's headline is a fool's game. While that illustrates the uncertainty of today's world, it also serves as a timely reminder that short-term, reactive strategies rarely maximise opportunities.

Apart from solar photovoltaics and fuel cells, nearly all electricity generation depends on spinning a turbine, usually by creating a pressure differential by heating water to steam.

The Independent Water Commission (IWC) has published its final report following a comprehensive review of the water sector.

The Cunliffe Report is the most thorough review of the water sector since privatisation. It includes 88 recommendations aimed at reshaping regulation in England and Wales.

A second consecutive year of record heat in the North Atlantic Ocean, along with developing La Niña conditions, is expected to boost hurricane activity in the basin.

The UK government outlined priorities in the King's Speech, including water quality improvements, sustainable aviation fuel, and planning reforms. The Court of Appeal confirmed nutrient neutrality requirements in planning, and a report highlighted emerging nature-related litigation trends, focusing on corporate responsibility.

The article outlines the UK government's new legislative priorities aimed at boosting economic growth across key sectors. Bills include property reforms, enhanced renters' rights, employment protections, mental health improvements, renewable energy initiatives, and immigration security measures.