It's about collaboration, multiple inputs, capturing new technologies, being bold and believing that you can do it
Heidi Mottram CBE, chief executive, Northumbrian Water Limited
Tech Talk podcast: What civil engineers can learn from Northumbrian Water
Decarbonising the water industry: the journey to net zero
In 2019, following the UK government’s commitment to reach net zero by 2050, every water company in England agreed a Public Interest Commitment, setting five demanding goals, including a pledge to reach net zero on operational emissions by 2030. In 2020, this commitment was reaffirmed, and Water UK published the Net Zero 2030 Routemap, detailing how it would be achieved.
One of the three senior industry figures leading on this commitment is Heidi Mottram CBE, chief executive of Northumbrian Water Group Limited and Northumbrian Water Limited since 2010. In this Tech Talk, she joins ICE director of engineering knowledge Mark Hansford and ICE knowledge manager Steph Fairbairn to discuss how engineers can play their part in decarbonising the water industry.
Learning outcomes
After listening to this podcast, you will:
- Understand the drinking water treatment process
- Have knowledge of chemicals used in the treatment process
- Understand what low-carbon alternatives are available
- Know about some new treatment technologies
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Linking our work back to the UN SDGs is a core part of the ICE’s plan and mission. This content ties in with the following SDGs:
- SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation
- SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- SDG 13: Climate action
- SDG 14: Life below water
