Thames Water Publishes Water Resources Management Plan

Thames Water, one of the UK’s largest water companies, has published its five-year Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP), outlining strategies to safeguard water supplies for millions of households in the South East region.

The plan, approved by the Government, was developed in collaboration with Water Resources South East (WRSE) to address the challenges of a growing population and climate change. Thames Water is committed to delivering a safe and secure supply of drinking water for decades to come, while reducing its impact on the environment.

Key aspects of the plan include:

• Reducing water leakage: Thames Water aims to reduce leakage by more than half by 2050, building upon its 7% reduction achieved in the past year.
• Reducing water consumption: The company strives to reduce daily water use to 110 liters per person by 2050.
• Investing in infrastructure: Thames Water will submit applications for development consent for two major projects: the Teddington Direct River Abstraction project (TDRA) and the South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SESRO).

Nevil Muncaster, Thames Water’s Asset and Engineering Director, said: “The vital importance of water for all of society, and for the environment, means that we are committed to delivering this plan. Our region faces substantial pressure on its water resources and it’s our responsibility to provide a reliable supply of high-quality drinking water for generations to come. The Government’s approval of our plan also demonstrates confidence in our ability to build nationally significant infrastructure projects, enabling us to meet the future water demand challenges ahead.”

The WRMP is essential for addressing the water resource challenges faced by the South East region, which is designated as seriously water stressed by the Environment Agency. Successful implementation of the plan will be crucial in ensuring a reliable supply of drinking water for future generations.

For more information, please visit https://www.thameswater.co.uk/help/account-and-billing/your-online-account.