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Plans to Create One of Europe’s Biggest New Woodlands Gets Green Light at Loch Katrine

A scheme to create one of the biggest new woodlands in Europe at an iconic Scottish loch - and protect water supplies for generations to come - has taken a major step forward

23 September 2024

Green Energy to Power Pumps at Moffat Borehole

A solar scheme in Moffat is now helping power the pumps which provide water to the town’s water treatment works

12 September 2024

An Early Education to Sewer Flood Prevention for Cardross Nursery Pupils

A group of curious Cardross nursery children recently visited Scottish Water’s £1.6million flood prevention project in their local village.

10 September 2024

Green Energy Scheme Delivered in Perth

A Scottish Water site in Perth is now significantly greener, thanks to the installation of an £852,000 solar scheme

04 September 2024

Dumfries & Galloway land eighth Top Up Tap in Moffat

Locals and visitors of Moffat are making strides towards sustainability and public health as they embrace the installation of Dumfries & Galloway’s eighth Top Up Tap. This new addition joins the growing network of public water refill stations, providing access to fresh, free drinking water.

02 September 2024

Scottish Water Unveils New Top Up Tap in Lochgilphead

Residents and visitors in Lochgilphead can now enjoy fresh, free drinking water on the go thanks to a new Top Up Tap installed by Scottish Water.

30 August 2024

E-Van Set to Hit the Road for Net Zero Rally Challenge

Members of Scottish Water's fleet team will be putting Electric Vehicles to the test this week as they take part in a special rally around Scotland

21 August 2024

Scottish Water Wins Recognition of Climate Work at World Water Congress in Canada

IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition 2024 award to recognise we're leading the way to inspire utilities to become more climate smart

19 August 2024

£2.3m Solar Power and Battery Energy Storage Scheme Complete

The solar power and battery energy storage scheme near Selkirk is set to save around 169 tonnes of carbon annually

14 August 2024

Solar Energy Boost Cuts Carbon at Central Belt Treatment Works

More than 885 solar panels have been installed on two Scottish Water sites in the Central Belt, helping to save 57 tonnes of carbon a year

30 July 2024

BLOG: You can keep your garden green while away without wasting a drop - Julianne Robertson

Gardening influencer Julianne Robertson offers advice on how to keep your garden watered while you're away on holiday without wasting a drop!

17 July 2024

Water On Tap In Eyemouth

On Friday, 12 July, Scottish Water took to the Borders town of Eyemouth to officially launch their latest Top Up Tap – installation number 124 across the country. 

16 July 2024

Taps on for Lochaber communities bringing hydration to the Highlands

Local communities have welcomed the arrival of two new Scottish Water Top up Taps in Glencoe and Kinlochleven as the school summer holidays get under way.

02 July 2024

Thurso Beach Top Up Tap Launch

Locals and visitors enjoying Thurso’s beach front will now be able to ensure they stay hydrated while out and about thanks to a new Top Up Tap situated at the town’s Pentland Crescent. 

30 May 2024

New Generation H2O Programme Launches at Loch Katrine

Youngsters help launch our new national education programme to encourage young people to protect the future of Scotland's water.

27 May 2024