UK Prepares for Large-Scale Water Reuse

Proven water reuse technologies are ready for rollout across the UK, as utilities explore ways to make treated wastewater usable amid ongoing drought concerns.

For the first time, indirect potable reuse (IPR) is now part of UK water companies’ 2025–30 investment programmes, reflecting a global shift toward reuse as a strategic necessity

Established treatment methods like reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, UV disinfection, and advanced oxidation make reuse technically viable. Experts note that clear regulation and public engagement will be key to scaling these solutions.

Read more in this article published in Water Magazine

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