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[Press release] Veolia secures AUD $700m in new contracts to advance technological innovation in #water management in Australia. Veolia | Australia and New Zealand, one of the country’s largest private operators of water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure, announces the award of two contracts and an extension in water operation and maintenance. As part of the Veolia Group, Veolia Australia leverages cutting-edge technologies and decades of expertise to deliver sustainable, high-performance solutions for communities and industries across the country. Every day, Veolia delivers 1,480ML of safe drinking water for 3 million Australians and operates 68 water, #wastewater and #recycledwater treatment plants. AUD $700m in contracts have been secured with Central Highlands Water, Hunter Water and Seqwater to deliver greater efficiencies and water security for their communities. The new contracts signed to strengthen efficiency and water security: ▪ Central Highlands Water: 15 years contract for six water treatment plants, with a five-year option, coupled with a sustainable energy contract for the first three years. ▪ Hunter Water: 10 years engagement with an additional five-year option. Veolia will continue to operate all treatment facilities, including the new Belmont desalination plant, and develop new technologies, such as Hugdrade, to reduce the energy consumption. ▪ Seqwater: up to four-year extension to operate the Gold Coast desalination plant, including installation of 2,500 solar panels. The plant can produce up to 43GL of fresh drinking water every year for residents of South East Queensland. “As the global leader in ecological transformation, Veolia is proud to help shape the future of Australia’s water sector. [...] Through our GreenUp strategy, we are accelerating innovation with long-term contracts and AI-powered optimisation. Our ambition is simple: support our clients to provide the most resilient, efficient and sustainable water systems for Australian communities [...]” — Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia 🔗 Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/eKuExnRc   # EcologicalTransformation

The new EU wastewater rules aren’t just about compliance — they’re about competitiveness. ⚙️ As utilities invest to meet the updated Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD), costs will rise for industrial producers. The question isn’t if — it’s how you’ll respond. Forward-thinking facilities are already evaluating onsite solutions to control costs, cut energy use, and strengthen ESG performance. Aquacycl’s BETT® and SulfideFix systems are helping European producers lead the transition to low-energy, compliant wastewater management. 🌍 💧 Learn how onsite treatment builds resilience: https://lnkd.in/gU8yZtxX #aquacycleurope #EUregulations

CPCB Tightens Used Oil Management Rules under EPR with Physical Verification of Recyclers. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dUDSPUKp #esg #sustainability #esgnews #esgbroadcast

What Are General Binding Rules (GBRs) Under EASR – and Do They Apply to You? As Scotland transitions to the Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations 2018 (EASR), many low-risk environmental activities will now fall under General Binding Rules (GBRs). What are GBRs? GBRs allow certain activities to be carried out without the need for a permit or registration, provided specific conditions are met. They’re designed for low-risk, standardised operations that can be effectively managed through pre-set rules. Examples of Activities Covered by General Binding Rules (GBRs) under EASR Discharges from private sewage systems (e.g. septic tanks) Small-scale water abstractions or minor works in watercourses Low-risk waste activities (e.g. school or community composting, small-scale farm burning) Certain industrial emissions (e.g. dry cleaning, vehicle respraying, timber manufacturing without chemical treatment, roadstone coating without tar) Activities previously under PPC Part B (e.g. petrol vapour recovery, cement blending, small biomass incineration) Transition from Existing Rules From 1 November 2025, existing CAR GBRs and PPC Part B permits will be replaced by EASR GBRs. While most rules will stay the same, some new GBRs and changes will be introduced. Do GBRs Apply to You? Ask yourself: Is the activity I’m carrying out explicitly listed under a GBR? Am I able to comply with all the conditions (limits, methods, controls) described in the rule? Is the activity genuinely low-risk, or does it require closer regulatory oversight? If the answer to the first two questions is yes, you may operate under a GBR — without separate authorisation. But if your activity goes beyond the conditions set out, you’ll need to apply for an EASR registration or permit instead. Albion are here to help, find out more about the changes: 📞 Call: 01292 610428 ✉️ janebond@albion-environmental.co.uk 💻 https://lnkd.in/egSBGfcX 🔗 Click here to read our blog: https://lnkd.in/e6bpRCph 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eznqr5K8 #EASR #GeneralBindingRules #GBRs #EnvironmentalRegulations #EnvironmentalCompliance #ScotlandEnvironment #SEPA #SustainabilityScotland

The new EU wastewater rules aren’t just about compliance — they’re about competitiveness. ⚙️ As utilities invest to meet the updated Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD), costs will rise for industrial producers. The question isn’t if — it’s how you’ll respond. Forward-thinking facilities are already evaluating onsite solutions to control costs, cut energy use, and strengthen ESG performance. Aquacycl’s BETT® and SulfideFix systems are helping European producers lead the transition to low-energy, compliant wastewater management. 🌍 💧 Learn how onsite treatment builds resilience: https://lnkd.in/ggbFaGXS #industrialwater #sustainability #EUregulations #ESG #Aquacycl

Mandatory compliance and ageing infrastructure are driving a structural boom in Australia's water sector, validating companies pivoting to high-margin, recurring revenue models

🚧 Important changes are coming for UK Waste Carriers and Construction Businesses! ♻️ From March 2026, new waste separation rules will apply to business sites across England - and further reforms to the Waste Carrier, Broker and Dealer (CBD) regime are on the horizon, moving towards a permit-based system and enhanced compliance checks. For many waste management firms, this means: 👍 New legal obligations on how waste is stored, transported and documented 👍Additional technical competence requirements for carriers 👍Digital waste tracking coming in 2026 👍Updated fees and permit structures 👉 These changes will impact anyone who transports, brokers or handles waste! TrackTrade.co.uk can help waste carriers and waste brokers understand what’s changing, and to outline the best, most practical way to stay compliant and minimise disruption. 💬 If you work with waste firms, please like and share this post to help spread the word - many businesses aren’t aware how soon these changes will take effect. tracktrade.co.uk #Waste #WasteManagement #Compliance #Sustainability #EnvironmentalRegulations #WasteIndustry #UKWasteMaanagement #WasteCarrier #DEFRA #EnvironmentAgency

Legacy Contamination in the Energy Sector — A Hidden Risk? ⚠️ As Australia transitions towards cleaner energy sources, many legacy sites from coal, gas, and fuel storage operations remain under-assessed and under-remediated. From hydrocarbons in soils to PFAS in groundwater, contaminated land is one of the most pressing hidden liabilities for energy companies. As environmental consultants, we see the long-term risks of inaction: 📉 Land value depreciation 🛑 Regulatory non-compliance 🏭 Delays in redevelopment or divestment 🛠️ The good news? Modern risk-based frameworks and innovative remediation technologies are making it easier (and more cost-effective) to clean up responsibly. 🔍 Have you factored contaminated land liabilities into your ESG and closure planning? #pittsherry #EnvironmentalConsulting #ContaminatedLand #EnergyIndustry #Australia #Sustainability #SiteAssessment #Remediation

Mandatory compliance and ageing infrastructure are driving a structural boom in Australia's water sector, validating companies pivoting to high-margin, recurring revenue models

CPCB’s new ‘blue’ label for Waste-to-Energy plants risks normalising polluting tech under the guise of ‘essential services’. How can a once ‘red’ industry now have lower regulatory scrutiny? #WasteToEnergy #CleanEnergy https://lnkd.in/gv4KZgrn