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How much sewage is spilled into rivers, lakes and the sea near you?
Water companies spilled raw sewage for a record time of 3.61m hours into sea and rivers in England in 2024, according to data from the Environment Agency.
Rules allow a limited discharge of sewage in periods of excess rain, but environmental groups remain concerned that the levels post a threat to wildlife and a health risk to swimmers.
AI system warns of sewage fungus before it’s visible to human eye
Scientists have developed an early warning system that can detect one of the biggest menaces to Britain’s rivers.
Sewage fungus is triggered by pollution and takes the form of slimy filaments of bacteria and other micro-organisms. These masses can often be seen clinging to river beds and can choke river ecosystems.
AI for water: 10 ways AI is changing the water industry
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making its mark on the water industry, powering intelligent operations using machine learning to optimize resource use and operational budgets for organizations.