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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 6h
Can Nature itself become an investable asset? Can the powerful economic levers of investment and profit-seeking be turned in favour of climate, nature and water? New episode 'Nature Finance in Practice' out today. Listen on podcast platforms, watch on YouTube. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_nature_finance
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Is the National Trust using Nudge Theory to boost transition to plant-based food? This story + fridge mountains + future of overheating cities in Planet Possible News, new podcast episode out today. Jo Caird (editor of @ciwem.bsky.social The Environment magazine) joins. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_News_Sep2026
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
PFAS – a system-wide challenge requiring a system-wide solution? As ‘forever chemicals’ rise up the policy agenda, #CIWEM's policy team takes a look at how we should respond to what could become a defining issue for the water sector. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/pfas-a-...
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PFAS – a system-wide challenge requiring a system-wide solution - CIWEM
As ‘forever chemicals’ rise up the policy agenda, we consider how to respond to what could become a defining issue for the water sector.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A great morning at the #CIWEM Early Career Professionals Conference 2026 👏 This event, hosted at the WSP offices in London, is an opportunity for early-career water & environment professionals to build confidence, sharpen presenting skills, and connect with like-minded peers across the sector.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
We’re delighted to announce the #CIWEM Presidential Awards 2026 finalists 🏆 The shortlist brings together inspiring professionals – whose work, leadership & contributions make a meaningful difference to the environment, society & communities. Read the announcement👇 www.ciwem.org/news/ciwem-p...
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CIWEM Presidential Awards 2026 finalists announced - CIWEM
Announcing the finalists for CIWEM Presidential Awards 2026, celebrating members who are making significant impacts in the water & environmental sector.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Costa Rica. Decades ago - Deforestation for commercial gain. But then a deliberate pivot toward prioritising nature, which is now core to its culture, identity and economic success. Listen to our new episode 'Costa Rica - a Planet Possible Special' Out now. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_CostaRica
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Protecting parks for future generations 🌳 Following Flood & Coast Conference 2026 in Liverpool, Fields In Trust CEO Helen Griffiths talks to #CIWEM about how they're working with the local authority to protect ~100 green spaces across the city. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/fields-...
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Fields in Trust's Helen Griffiths: Protecting parks for future generations - CIWEM
Helen Griffiths, chief executive of Fields in Trust, explains how legal protection and planning policy can help safeguard parks and green spaces for future generations.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Climate change progress = re-thinking how the global economy works. Swap growth focus for nature focus. That's the view of environmental activist and author Jonathon Porritt. Hear more in our current episode 'Climate Progress and Intergenerational Justice' 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_climate_progress
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
How prepared is the UK’s water and wastewater system for climate change? 💧 On Monday 14 September, join #CIWEM and the Climate Change Committee for a webinar on the findings from the CCC’s latest UK climate adaptation assessment. @thecccuk.bsky.social Book now 👇 www.ciwem.org/events/a-wel...
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A Well-Adapted Water and Wastewater System | CIWEM Policy | WEBINAR - CIWEM
A joint CIWEM Policy and Climate Change Committee (CCC) webinar, a deep dive into CCC's new report, 'A Well-Adapted UK'.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Newcastle is rethinking how it manages surface water. By using blue-green infrastructure, Blue Green Newcastle aims to tackle the problem of flooding whilst also creating greener streets, better public spaces and delivering wider climate benefits. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/how-new...
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How Newcastle is taking a whole city approach to flood resilience - CIWEM
How Blue Green Newcastle is using blue-green infrastructure and SuDS to manage surface water flooding and build wider climate resilience across the city.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
We have a new PM in Downing Street and major water reforms are under way. #CIWEM head of policy & engagement Catherine Moncrieff argues that after this summer’s drought, heat and wildfires must become a catalyst for climate adaptation. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/andy-bu...
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Andy Burnham and a burning Britain: what summer 2026 means for water reform - CIWEM
After a summer of drought, wildfires and depleted reservoirs, climate adaptation must be at the heart of Andy Burnham's potential water reforms.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
"Sobering" - this UK summer may be seen as "mild" compared to what is coming. Planet Possible News out today with expert guest @alastairchisholm.bsky.social talking UK water bodies quality stats, UK drought and El Niño/financial markets. Katie sits in for Niki. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_News_August2026
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
🗣️ Henk Ovink: "Droughts are GDP wreckers" Executive director at the Global Commission on the Economics of Water explains how managing & stabilising the water cycle at a global level is the only way to address drought & other impacts of water crisis. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/henk-ov...
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Henk Ovink:
Henk Ovink explains how managing and stabilising the water cycle at a global level is the only way to address drought and other impacts of water crisis.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Join us on 21 September 2026 for the first of two #CIWEM webinars, 'Understanding PFAS as a whole-system challenge'. A cross-sector panel of experts will engage with the challenges posed by PFAS, and discuss the importance of a systems-wide approach. Sign up now 👇 www.ciwem.org/events/pfas-...
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PFAS: From Source to Solution | Part 1 | WEBINAR - CIWEM
The first in a series of CIWEM Policy webinars on PFAS. Part of the CIWEM Environmental Quality and Pollution.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
"Flush your toilet with used bathwater under plans to reduce waste" – @thetimes.com Discussing how drought has led ministers to consider loosening rules that mean all water supplied to households – even for lavatories – must be of drinking quality. Full article👇 www.thetimes.com/uk/environme...
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Flush your toilet with used bathwater under plans to reduce waste
The drought has led ministers to consider loosening rules that mean all water supplied to households — even for lavatories — must be of drinking quality
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
3 incredible guests from our most talked about and most listened to episodes from the year so far. This week's episode is another chance to hear about - greening NYC, the Barrister for the earth and honest reaction to UK water sector criticism. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_BestOf26_sofar
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
"Buy one, get five free" - a brilliant way to sum up the multiple benefits of Rewilding. Hear more in this week's episode of Planet Possible 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_kelp
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Guardian Environment @environment.theguardian.com · 19/08/2026
Calls for urgent law change as UK’s largest water reuse system cannot be switched on
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Calls for urgent law change as UK’s largest water reuse system cannot be switched on
Recycling system in Cambridgeshire development ready since 2021 is deemed not in line with drinking water rules
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
In this latest #CIWEM webinar, hosted by CIWEM Urban Drainage Group alongside Stantec and McCloy Consulting, we explore – through practical examples – what can be represented in a Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) model, the assumptions involved, and more. Watch it now 👇 youtu.be/34ijfFlunA0
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Modelling Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) | CIWEM Webinar
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Want a bit of good environmental news for a change? Rewilding is working in Sussex, where nature-led kelp bed recovery is showing evidence of progress. It's an example of the multiple benefits of Rewilding - find out more in this week's episode ⬇️🎧 bit.ly/PP_kelp
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
My route to chartership with #CIWEM: Matthew Frost As part of our regular series on CIWEM Chartership, we talked to Matthew Frost, an Associate Director at @tetratecheurope.bsky.social, about getting chartered after 25 years in the water sector. Read the article 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/my-rout...
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My route to chartership with CIWEM: Matthew Frost - CIWEM
Matthew Frost, Associate Director at Tetra Tech, shares his route to becoming a chartered water and environmental manager.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
With the current drought situation, it's easy to forget that heavy rainfall & flooding may be around the corner. Read about how droughts & downpours are two sides of the same climate resilience challenge, and why we need a more integrated approach to managing water 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/drought...
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Droughts and downpours: why resilience matters more than ever - CIWEM
Paul Shaffer, Director of Policy and Projects, explores why droughts, downpours and flooding demand stronger water resilience and community preparedness.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Our latest webinar recording 👇 This session, hosted by the #CIWEM South Eastern branch, brings together speakers from Southern Water, CMDP+, and Stantec, to discuss The Bewl Surface Water Reservoir Drawdown Project – a major dam safety upgrade taking place in Kent. Link below: youtu.be/3lo3Zc9SEr0
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Reservoir Safety: Bewl Reservoir Drawdown Project | CIWEM Webinar
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Managing rainw where it falls 🌧️ Our recent #SpongyLandscapes report explores how healthier soils, wetlands, woodlands & natural flood management can help landscapes retain more water, recharge groundwater, sustain river flows, and be more flood resilient. Read more👇 www.ciwem.org/policy-repor...
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Spongy landscapes: Supporting on-farm water stewardship - CIWEM
This report compiles evidence from eight case studies that demonstrate the benefit that farming with water in mind can have on the wider environment.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
"The rich have been reluctant to change their lifestyles" - Tony Juniper on the link between inequalities and environmental challenges. This week's episode is another chance to hear Tony Juniper brilliantly lay out the issues facing the planet and how to address them. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_TonyJuniper
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Our Day in the Life articles showcase how #CIWEM members are making a difference across water and environmental management. In this piece, Rebecca George talks about her typical day working as an FCERM Senior Advisor at the Environment Agency @envagency.bsky.social👇 www.ciwem.org/news/a-day-i...
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A day in the life of a Flood and Coastal Erosion Senior Advisor - CIWEM
Becky George MCIWEM C.WEM lets us into a typical day working as a Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Senior Advisor at the Environment Agency.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Take a look at one of our recent webinars 👇 Hosted by CIWEM South Western Branch, with speakers from Wessex Water and Our Rainwater, this session is all about rainwater management for reducing either or both flooding and storm overflow discharges. Link below: youtu.be/agvI7j6nG5E
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Rainwater Management for Reducing Flooding and Storm Overflow Discharges | CIWEM Webinar
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
CIWEM's events programme in 2026 brings together professionals from across the sector for a wide range of conferences: - Early Career Professionals Conference - A Fresh Water Future Conference - Presidential Awards Dinner - Urban Drainage Group Annual Conference Learn more 👇 ciwem.org/events/
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
My route to chartership with #CIWEM: Emma Seddon As part of our regular series on CIWEM Chartership, we talked to Emma Seddon, a Senior Engineer at @atkinsrealis.bsky.social, about her route to becoming a #chartered water and environmental manager 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/my-rout...
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My route to chartership with CIWEM: Emma Seddon - CIWEM
Emma Seddon, a Senior Engineer at AtkinsRéalis, shares her route to becoming a chartered water and environmental manager.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Neil the seal. Funny videos but bigger environmental questions of climate change and habitat loss. This + 2 other current stories in climate, nature & water in July's Planet Possible News - out today. Emily Blaney (Early Careers President @ciwem.bsky.social) joins us. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_News_July2026
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🐦 Swifts spend most of their lives in the air, yet their future depends on what happens on the ground. Last year we spoke to @hannahbournetaylor.bsky.social on saving Britain’s swifts, the politics of nature, and swift bricks becoming standard in new housing 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/my-envi...
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My Environment: Hannah Bourne-Taylor - CIWEM
Author Hannah Bourne-Taylor shares her campaign to save UK swifts by mandating swift bricks – and why nature needs political action now.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Huge congratulations to Devansh Srivastava, winner of this year's UK Junior Water Prize 🎉 Announced at Flood & Coast 2026, Devansh's winning project was on 'Hydrological Nitrate Response Monitoring with Integrated Biochar Remediation Assessment'. Read more about it 👇 www.ciwem.org/news/could-l...
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Could low-cost nitrate monitoring help tackle agricultural pollution? - CIWEM
UK Junior Water Prize winner Devansh Srivastava discusses how his low-cost nitrate monitoring project could help tackle agricultural pollution.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Stepwells are ancient sustainable drainage infrastructure. The concept is not new. But we struggle to make fast enough progress now on SUDS (sustainable urban drainage). Why? New episode out today with @ciwem.bsky.social Paul Shaffer and landscape architect Cristina Refolo. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_SUDS
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Introducing the #FloodandCoast26 Workshop Webinar Series 👇 This workshop, hosted in collaboration with the Environment Agency, provides a synopsis of Essex Coast Organisation's work within the Essex coastal community. 🔗 youtu.be/CFMajlcLytk
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A Community-Led Solution for Flood Risk Management on the Essex Coast | Flood & Coast '26 Workshops
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
This week's episode is 'Water in Transition'. Energy is moving from fossil fuels to renewables, water has to adapt and change for the future too. Less supply, more demand plus climate change all have an effect. Investment + policy + pollution are all live issues. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_water_in_transition
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Could we speed up nature based solutions by getting companies downstream to pay for natural projects further upstream in the catchment? Plenty of new ideas on Flooding in our new episode out today. Host Niki visits the @ciwem.bsky.social Flood & Coast conference. 🎧⬇️ bit.ly/PP_flooding_innovation
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Last week CIWEM hosted Flood & Coast Conference 2026 in Liverpool. With over 2,300 attendees, 300 speakers and 130 exhibitors across three days, this was our biggest conference yet 🎉 We look forward to seeing everyone next year! #CIWEM #FloodandCoast26 #Liverpool
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Water Magazine @watermagazine.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Sector leaders set to gather in Liverpool for Flood & Coast 2026... www.watermagazine.co.uk/2026/05/27/s... @ciwem.bsky.social #flood #coast #floodandcoast2026
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Sector leaders set to gather in Liverpool for Flood & Coast 2026 - Water Magazine
Flood and coastal resilience professionals from across the UK will gather in Liverpool this June for Flood & Coast 2026.
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KCC Flood and Water Management @kcc-fwm.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Really interesting article here from @ciwem.bsky.social on how climate, policy and governance change is impacting local authorities’ response to flooding www.ciwem.org/news/all-aboard-a-year-of-change-for-lead-local-flood-authorities
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All aboard – A year of change for lead local flood authorities (LLFAs) - CIWEM
Ahead of CIWEM’s Flood & Coast 2026, we report on how climate, policy and governance change is impacting lead local flood authorities.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
🔔 Book your place on one of our upcoming in-person events and webinars. From urban drainage to water reuse, flood resilience or water quality, there’s something for everyone. Also: half price tickets for early career professionals at Flood & Coast 2026 are available now! 🔗 www.ciwem.org/events/
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Events - CIWEM
CIWEM Water and environmental management events provide industry recognised CPD and a forum for debate, knowledge sharing and networking.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Planet Possible News out today. John Curtin from @ciwem.bsky.social is our expert guest. Fascinating analysis of the factors affecting the growth of renewables use in the UK, plus... environmental impact of Iran conflict... and, extreme weather and flood management. Listen ⬇️ bit.ly/PP_News_April2026
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Emma Causer as our new CEO. Emma joins #CIWEM with a strong track record in membership leadership, commercial strategy and organisational renewal. Ahead of joining us on 05 May, please welcome Emma onboard as we look forward to the rest of 2026.
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
For the latest instalment in our 'CIWEM Conversations' articles series, CIWEM Fellow Sarah Mason and Graduate member Alex Taylor discuss 'squiggly careers' and the shared values that attract people to the water and environmental sector. Read the article here: 👉 www.ciwem.org/news/ciwem-c...
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CIWEM Conversations: Discussing
CIWEM fellow Sarah Mason and graduate member Alex Taylor compare perspectives, in the latest instalment of this interview series.
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
How can faith play a part in making the environment fully inclusive so that all communities and all people feel enabled to play their part in making progress on climate, nature and water? Better connection and communication are key. Click link below to listen ⬇️ bit.ly/PP_faith_environment
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
As planning reform gathers pace, it’s vital that flood and climate resilience are built in from the start. In this #CIWEM article, Charlotte Nunns explores the proposed NPPF changes – and whether they go far enough to support long‑term, climate‑resilient growth. www.ciwem.org/news/buildin...
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Building resilience into the NPPF - CIWEM
Can planning reform deliver growth while protecting communities, asks Charlotte Nunns ahead of her workshop at Flood & Coast 2026.
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Traqua.be 💧🧪🔦 @traqua.eurosky.social · 21/04/2026
Two more weeks before the '𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲' in Birmingham, organised by @ciwem.bsky.social (The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) and The Hydrogeological Group of the @geolsoc.bsky.social!
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
🧽 Sponge, baby, sponge to deal with flooding risks @alastairchisholm.bsky.social on the steps the government needs to take to ensure we can buy and live in homes without fear of flooding. Read it here 👇 www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Sponge, baby, sponge to deal with flooding risks | Letters
Letters: Alastair Chisholm and Laurie Wilcockson on the steps the government needs to take to ensure we can buy and live in homes without fear of flooding
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planetpossible.bsky.social @planetpossible.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
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 · 24/07/2025
🚨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 💡
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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...
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CIWEM @ciwem.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
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... -- Alastair also joined @nikiroach.bsky.social for a special episode of @planetpossible.bsky.social. ➡️ Listen: bit.ly/PP_cunliffe
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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.
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