Water shortages could derail UK’s net zero plans, study finds
by Rachel Salvidge from on (#71TQJ)
Tensions grow after research in England finds there may not be enough water for planned carbon capture and hydrogen projects
Tensions are growing between the government, the water sector and its regulators over the management of England's water supplies, as the Environment Agency warns of a potential widespread drought next year.
Research commissioned by a water retailer has found water scarcity could hamper the UK's ability to reach its net zero targets, and that industrial growth could push some areas of the country into water shortages.
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