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'''Link back to the main England country page''': [[England]]
'''Link back to the main England country page''': [[England]]


*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Anglian]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Dee]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Humber]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Northumbria]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[North West]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Severn]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Solway Tweed]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[South East]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[South West]]
*'''Link to [[Help:Dictionary#River Basin District|River Basin District]]''': [[Thames]]


'''Organisations:''' [http://www.atlanticsalmontrust.org/ Atlantic Salmon Trust]
[http://www.wcl.org.uk/ Blueprint for water]
Blueprint for water is a campaign of the Wildlife and Countryside Link. Wildlife and Countryside Link is an umbrella body, whose purpose is to bring together voluntary organisations in the UK to protect and enhance wildlife, landscape and the marine environment, and to further the quiet enjoyment and appreciation of the countryside. From their homepage, go to Water and follow the links to Blueprint for Water.
[http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/csc/ Catchment Science Centre]
[http://www.cress.stir.ac.uk/ Centre for River Ecosystem Science]
[http://www.ecrr.org/ European Centre for River Restoration]
[http://www.euraqua.org/ European Network of Freshwater Research Organisations]
[http://www.rivernet.org/ern.htm European Rivers Network]
[http://www.euwma.org/ European Union of Water Management Associations]
[http://www.ewaonline.de/portale/ewa/ewa.nsf/home?readform European Water Association]
[http://www.ewra.net/ European Water Resources Association]
[http://www.fba.org.uk/home Freshwater Biological Association]
[http://www.gwp.org/ Global Water Partnership]
[http://www.nfuonline.com/ Natiional Farmers Union]
The NFU trade association is the largest farming organisation is the in the UK. Its mission is to "champion British farming and provides professional representation and services to its Farmer and Grower members".
[http://riverscience.wikidot.com/start River Science Network]
[http://www.anglingtrust.net/ The Angling Trust]
Information about fishing, fighting pollution, protecting fish stocks, campaigning for anglers' rights and how to enter competitions.
[http://www.ramsar.org/ The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands]
[http://www.associationofriverstrusts.org.uk/ The Rivers Trust]
[http://www.wildtrout.org/ Wild Trout Trust]
[http://www.wwf.org.uk/ Worldwide Fund for Nature - UK]
WWF-UK is the UK arm of the WWF Network. Using a combination of practical experience, knowledge and credibility, to work with governments, businesses and communities both here in the UK and around the world so that people and nature thrive within their fair share of the planet's natural resources.


=='''Useful Catchment management links'''==
*[http://www.theriverstrust.org/catchment_mapping/index.html Catchment Mapping Tool]
*[http://ccmhub.net/ Catchment Change Management Hub]
*[http://wateractionhub.org/ water action hub]
*[http://www.iwawaterwiki.org/xwiki/bin/view/Main/WebHome IWA waterwiki]


=='''Environment Agency and Defra links'''==
*[https://publications.environment-agency.gov.uk/PDF/FLHO0912BWUP-E-E.pdf Living on the Edge]<br> A guide to your rights and responsibilities of riverside ownership
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/planning/131506.aspx Catchment based approach]
*[http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/quality/water/ Defra water]
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/planning/40191.aspx Estuary Edges design guidance]<br> Design guidance for developments in and around an estuary.  This guide provides information on how to make the most our of the local estuarine environment. The guidance can be found at the bottom of the WebPage
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/marinedredging Dredging guidance]<br> If you are planning or regulating any marine dredging or disposal activities, this guide will help you to understand and comply with the Water Framework Directive
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/drought/default.aspx Drought]
*[http://www.restorerivers.eu/RiverRestoration/Floodriskmanagement/tabid/2615/Default.aspx Healthy Catchments - managing for flood risk & WFD]<br> Managing water for flood risk & the Water Framework Directive
*[http://planttracker.naturelocator.org/ Plant Tracker]<br> app. to report sightings of invasive non-native species
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/hiflows/91727.aspx Hi Flows UK]
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/planning/34383.aspx Water quality]
*[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/library/publications/40731.aspx Water resources strategy]
*[http://www.restorerivers.eu/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=YptJfk%2F36pI%3D&tabid=2624 Water Appraisal Guidance]<br> Assessing Costs and Benefits for River Basin Management Planning
*[http://evidence.environment-agency.gov.uk/FCERM/en/SC060065.aspx Mitigation measures manual]<br> Water Framework Directive online mitigation manual


'''Environment Agency and Defra links'''
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/business/sectors/136252.aspx Estuary Edges design guidance]
[http://evidence.environment-agency.gov.uk/FCERM/en/SC060065.aspx Mitigation measures manual]
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/planning/131506.aspx catchment based approach]
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/drought/default.aspx Drought]
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/marinedredging dredging guidance]
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/hiflows/91727.aspx Hi Flows UK]
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/planning/34383.aspx water quality]
[http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/library/publications/40731.aspx water resources strategy]
[http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/quality/water/ Defra water]




'''Professional Bodies'''
=='''Professional Bodies'''==
[http://www.ciwem.org.uk/ CIWEM]
*[http://www.ciwem.org.uk/ CIWEM]<br> Professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment.
Professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment.
*[http://www.eureau.org/ Eureau] <br> European Union of national associations of water suppliers and waste water services.
[http://www.eureau.org/ Eureau]
*[http://www.ice.org.uk/homepage/index.asp institute of civil engineers] <br> Information on current issues in civil engineering.
European Union of national associations of water suppliers and waste water services.
*[http://www.instituteofwater.org.uk/ institute of water]<br> Site offers water industry news and current events and water-related links.
[http://www.ice.org.uk/homepage/index.asp institute of civil engineers]
*[http://www.iwahq.org/ IWA]<br> Site contains publishing, IWA and industry news, details of events and an online catalogue of publications.
Information on current issues in civil engineering.
*[http://wedc.lboro.ac.uk/ Water Engineering and Development Centre] <br> Website gives details of research on emergency relief for refugees, knowledge transfer, solid waste management, transport, urban services and water and sanitation.
[http://www.instituteofwater.org.uk/ institute of water]
*[http://www.water.org.uk/ water UK]<br> Industry association that represents all UK water and wastewater service suppliers at national and European level.
Site offers water industry news and current events and water-related links.
*[http://www.wqa.org/ Water Quality Association]<br> Information on product testing and professional certification of all water users. Consumer questions and concerns about drinking water, regarding health quality and taste issues. Including the 2001 National consumer water quality survey and WQA's glossary of terms.  
[http://www.iwahq.org/ IWA]
Site contains publishing, IWA and industry news, details of events and an online catalogue of publications.
[http://wedc.lboro.ac.uk/ Water Engineering and Development Centre]
Website gives details of research on emergency relief for refugees, knowledge transfer, solid waste management, transport, urban services and water and sanitation.
[http://www.water.org.uk/ water UK]
Industry association that represents all UK water and wastewater service suppliers at national and European level.
[http://www.wqa.org/ Water Quality Association]
Information on product testing and professional certification of all water users. Consumer questions and concerns about drinking water, regarding health quality and taste issues. Including the 2001 National consumer water quality survey and WQA's glossary of terms.  




'''Government organisations'''
=='''Government organisations'''==
[http://www.britishwaterways.co.uk/home/index.html British Waterways]
*[http://www.britishwaterways.co.uk/home/index.html British Waterways]<br> Responsible for maintaining the UK's inland waterway network.
Responsible for maintaining the UK's inland waterway network.
*[http://www.communities.gov.uk/corporate/ Communities and local government]<br> Communities and Local Government department  
[http://www.communities.gov.uk/corporate/ communities and local government]
*[http://www.wrap.org.uk/ WRAP]<br> Delivers a valuable government-funded programme of free, confidential advice to UK businesses. This assistance enables companies to increase profitability and reduce environmental impact.
Communities and Local Government department  
*[http://www.eea.eu.int/main_html European Environment Agency]<br> Provides decision-makers with the information needed for making effective polices to protect the environment and support sustainable development.
[http://www.envirowise.gov.uk/]
*[http://www.forestry.gov.uk/ Forestry Commission]<br> The government department responsible for the protection and expansion of Britain's forests and woodlands. Their responsibilities span research, commercial timber production, sustainability programmes and policy, as well as learning and leisure.
Delivers a valuable government-funded programme of free, confidential advice to UK businesses. This assistance enables companies to increase profitability and reduce environmental impact.
*[http://www.jncc.gov.uk/ JNCC]<br> The Government's wildlife adviser.
[http://www.eea.eu.int/main_html European Environment Agency]
*[http://www.marinemanagement.org.uk/ Marine Management Organisation]<br> The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has been established to make a significant contribution to sustainable development in the marine area and to promote the UK government’s vision for clean, healthy, safe, productive and biologically diverse oceans and seas.
Provides decision-makers with the information needed for making effective polices to protect the environment and support sustainable development.
*[http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/ Natural England]<br> Works for people, places and nature, to enhance biodiversity, landscapes and wildlife in rural, urban, coastal and marine areas; promote access, recreation and public well-being; and contribute to the way natural resources are managed so that they can be enjoyed now and in the future.
[http://www.forestry.gov.uk/ Forestry Commission]
The government department responsible for the protection and expansion of Britain's forests and woodlands. Their responsibilities span research, commercial timber production, sustainability programmes and policy, as well as learning and leisure.
[http://www.jncc.gov.uk/ JNCC}
The Government's wildlife adviser.
[http://www.marinemanagement.org.uk/ Marine Management Organisation]
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has been established to make a significant contribution to sustainable development in the marine area and to promote the UK government’s vision for clean, healthy, safe, productive and biologically diverse oceans and seas.
[http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/ Natural England]
Works for people, places and nature, to enhance biodiversity, landscapes and wildlife in rural, urban, coastal and marine areas; promote access, recreation and public well-being; and contribute to the way natural resources are managed so that they can be enjoyed now and in the future.




=='''Useful journals'''==
*[http://www.endsreport.com/ Ends report]


'''Useful journals'''
[https://www.endsreport.com/ ends report]


=='''Campaigns and Charities'''==
*[http://www.sas.org.uk/ Surfers against sewage]<br> Campaigns for clean recreational water, free from sewage effluents, toxic chemicals, nuclear waste and marine litter.
*[http://www.wateraid.org/uk/default.asp Water aid]<br> Giving the world's poor access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education.


'''Campaigns and Charities'''
[http://www.sas.org.uk/ surfers against sewage]
Campaigns for clean recreational water, free from sewage effluents, toxic chemicals, nuclear waste and marine litter.
[http://www.wateraid.org/uk/default.asp water aid]
Giving the world's poor access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education.


=='''Research'''==
*[http://www.ceh.ac.uk/ Centre for Ecology and Hydrology]<br> Undertakes and disseminates research into the natural changes in and human impact on water resources, including groundwater, and advises government. 
*[http://www.cefas.defra.gov.uk/ Centre for Environment Fisheries and Aquaculture Science]<br> Aquatic scientific research and consultancy centre.
*[http://www.fwr.org/ Foundation for Water Research]<br> Shares and disseminates knowledge about water, wastewater and related environmental issues. Contains forums on Cryptosporidium, Environmental Economics, Eutrophication, Groundwater and Wastewater. The site also includes website links, acronyms and FWR publications.
*[http://riverscience.wikidot.com/start River Science Network]<br> A web resource and moderated email distribution list that aims to encourage knowledge exchange and networking amongst individuals who share a common interest in river science


'''Hydrology'''
[http://www.hydrology.org.uk/ British Hydrological Society]
The Society caters for those with an interest in the inter-disciplinary subject of hydrology, and aims to promote interest and scholarship in scientific and applied aspects of hydrology and to foster the involvement of its members in national and international activities.
[http://www.ceh.ac.uk/ centre for Ecology and Hydrology]
Research and monitoring in terrestrial and freshwater environments.
[http://www.unesco.org/water/ UNESCO water portal]
The UNESCO Water Portal's objective is to improve access to information on freshwater on the web. See the side bar for links to useful related sites, such as IHP (International Hydrological Planning) and the Glossary of Hydrology.


=='''Hydrology'''==
*[http://www.hydrology.org.uk/ British Hydrological Society]<br> The Society caters for those with an interest in the inter-disciplinary subject of hydrology, and aims to promote interest and scholarship in scientific and applied aspects of hydrology and to foster the involvement of its members in national and international activities.
*[http://www.ceh.ac.uk/ Centre for Ecology and Hydrology]<br> Research and monitoring in terrestrial and freshwater environments.
*[http://www.unesco.org/water/ UNESCO water portal]<br> The UNESCO Water Portal's objective is to improve access to information on freshwater on the web. See the side bar for links to useful related sites, such as IHP (International Hydrological Planning) and the Glossary of Hydrology.
*[http://nora.nerc.ac.uk/ NORA]<br> Holds outputs from a number of research centres, including the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology and Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory.
*[http://www.ukcip.org.uk/ UK Climate Impacts programme]<br> Coordinates scientific research into the impacts of climate change.
*[http://www.ukwir.org/site/web/content/home UK Water Industry Research]<br> Set up to provide a framework for the procurement of a common research programme for UK water operators on 'one voice' issues.
*[http://www.werf.org/ Water Environment Research Foundation]<br> American organisation providing wastewater and water quality research. Subscription is necessary to access most information.


'''Hydrometry'''
 
[http://www.dundee.ac.uk/geography/cbhe/ chronology of British Hydrological event]
=='''Hydrometry'''==
Public repository for hydrological facts of the type that come from texts rather than tables.
*[http://www.dundee.ac.uk/geography/cbhe/ Chronology of British Hydrological Event]<br> Public repository for hydrological facts of the type that come from texts rather than tables.
[http://www.ciria.org/suds/ Ciria - SUDS]
*[http://www.ciria.org/suds/ Ciria - SUDS]<br> Promoting good practice in the implementation of sustainable drainage in the built environment.
Promoting good practice in the implementation of sustainable drainage in the built environment.
*[http://www.ceh.ac.uk/data/nrfa/index.html National river flow archive]<br> The NRFA collates, quality controls, and archives hydrometric data from gauging station networks across the UK including the extensive networks operated by the Environment Agency (England), the Scottish Environment Protection Agency  and the Rivers Agency (Northern Ireland).
[http://www.ceh.ac.uk/data/nrfa/index.html national river flow archive]
*[http://www.rgs.org/ Royal geographical society] <br> Professional body for geography.
The NRFA collates, quality controls, and archives hydrometric data from gauging station networks across the UK including the extensive networks operated by the Environment Agency (England and Wales), the Scottish Environment Protection Agency  and the Rivers Agency (Northern Ireland).
*[http://www.wmo.int/ World meteorological organisation]<br> The UN's authoritative voice on the state and behaviour of the Earth's atmosphere, its interaction with the oceans, the climate it produces and the resulting distribution of water resources.
[http://www.rgs.org/ royal geographical society]
 
Professional body for geography.
 
[http://www.wmo.int/ world meteorological organisation]
=='''Water Industry'''==
The UN's authoritative voice on the state and behaviour of the Earth's atmosphere, its interaction with the oceans, the climate it produces and the resulting distribution of water resources.
*[http://www.ccwater.org.uk/ Consumer Council for Water]<br> Represents water and sewerage consumers in England and Wales.
*[http://www.ofwat.gov.uk/ OFWAT]<br> Economic regulator for the water and sewerage industry in England and Wales.
*[http://www.water-guide.org.uk/ Water Guide]<br> Information on all the UK water companies.
*[http://www.waterwise.org.uk/ Waterwise]<br> Promotes water efficiency.
 
 
=='''English water companies'''==
*[http://www.albionwater.co.uk/ Albion Water]
*[http://www.anglianwater.co.uk/ Anglian Water] 
*[http://www.bwhwater.co.uk/ Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water]
*[http://www.bristolwater.co.uk/ Bristol Water]
*[http://www.cambridge-water.co.uk/ Cambridge Water Company] 
*[http://www.choldertonwater.co.uk/ Cholderton and District Water]
*[http://www.deevalleywater.co.uk/ Dee Valley Water plc]
*[http://www.eswater.co.uk/ Essex and Suffolk Water]
*[http://www.nwl.co.uk/ Northumbrian Water] 
*[http://www.portsmouthwater.co.uk/ Portsmouth Water]
*[http://www.stwater.co.uk/ Severn Trent (main group)]
*[http://www.southeastwater.co.uk/ South East Water]
*[http://www.south-staffs-water.co.uk/ South Staffordshire]
*[http://www.southwestwater.co.uk/ South West Water]
*[http://www.southernwater.co.uk/ Southern Water]
*[http://www.waterplc.com/ Sutton and East Surrey Water]
*[http://www.thameswater.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg/corp/hs.xsl/536.htm Thames Water]
*[http://www.unitedutilities.com/ United Utilities] 
*[https://east.veoliawater.co.uk/index.aspx Veolia Water East] 
*[https://southeast.veoliawater.co.uk/index.aspx Veolia Water South East]
*[https://central.veoliawater.co.uk/index.aspx Veolia Water Central]
*[http://www.wessexwater.co.uk/ Wessex Water] 
*[http://www.yorkshirewater.com/ Yorkshire Water]

Latest revision as of 13:41, 30 January 2014

Link back to the main England country page: England


Useful Catchment management links

Environment Agency and Defra links


Professional Bodies

  • CIWEM
    Professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment.
  • Eureau
    European Union of national associations of water suppliers and waste water services.
  • institute of civil engineers
    Information on current issues in civil engineering.
  • institute of water
    Site offers water industry news and current events and water-related links.
  • IWA
    Site contains publishing, IWA and industry news, details of events and an online catalogue of publications.
  • Water Engineering and Development Centre
    Website gives details of research on emergency relief for refugees, knowledge transfer, solid waste management, transport, urban services and water and sanitation.
  • water UK
    Industry association that represents all UK water and wastewater service suppliers at national and European level.
  • Water Quality Association
    Information on product testing and professional certification of all water users. Consumer questions and concerns about drinking water, regarding health quality and taste issues. Including the 2001 National consumer water quality survey and WQA's glossary of terms.


Government organisations

  • British Waterways
    Responsible for maintaining the UK's inland waterway network.
  • Communities and local government
    Communities and Local Government department
  • WRAP
    Delivers a valuable government-funded programme of free, confidential advice to UK businesses. This assistance enables companies to increase profitability and reduce environmental impact.
  • European Environment Agency
    Provides decision-makers with the information needed for making effective polices to protect the environment and support sustainable development.
  • Forestry Commission
    The government department responsible for the protection and expansion of Britain's forests and woodlands. Their responsibilities span research, commercial timber production, sustainability programmes and policy, as well as learning and leisure.
  • JNCC
    The Government's wildlife adviser.
  • Marine Management Organisation
    The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has been established to make a significant contribution to sustainable development in the marine area and to promote the UK government’s vision for clean, healthy, safe, productive and biologically diverse oceans and seas.
  • Natural England
    Works for people, places and nature, to enhance biodiversity, landscapes and wildlife in rural, urban, coastal and marine areas; promote access, recreation and public well-being; and contribute to the way natural resources are managed so that they can be enjoyed now and in the future.


Useful journals


Campaigns and Charities

  • Surfers against sewage
    Campaigns for clean recreational water, free from sewage effluents, toxic chemicals, nuclear waste and marine litter.
  • Water aid
    Giving the world's poor access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education.


Research

  • Centre for Ecology and Hydrology
    Undertakes and disseminates research into the natural changes in and human impact on water resources, including groundwater, and advises government.
  • Centre for Environment Fisheries and Aquaculture Science
    Aquatic scientific research and consultancy centre.
  • Foundation for Water Research
    Shares and disseminates knowledge about water, wastewater and related environmental issues. Contains forums on Cryptosporidium, Environmental Economics, Eutrophication, Groundwater and Wastewater. The site also includes website links, acronyms and FWR publications.
  • River Science Network
    A web resource and moderated email distribution list that aims to encourage knowledge exchange and networking amongst individuals who share a common interest in river science


Hydrology

  • British Hydrological Society
    The Society caters for those with an interest in the inter-disciplinary subject of hydrology, and aims to promote interest and scholarship in scientific and applied aspects of hydrology and to foster the involvement of its members in national and international activities.
  • Centre for Ecology and Hydrology
    Research and monitoring in terrestrial and freshwater environments.
  • UNESCO water portal
    The UNESCO Water Portal's objective is to improve access to information on freshwater on the web. See the side bar for links to useful related sites, such as IHP (International Hydrological Planning) and the Glossary of Hydrology.
  • NORA
    Holds outputs from a number of research centres, including the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology and Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory.
  • UK Climate Impacts programme
    Coordinates scientific research into the impacts of climate change.
  • UK Water Industry Research
    Set up to provide a framework for the procurement of a common research programme for UK water operators on 'one voice' issues.
  • Water Environment Research Foundation
    American organisation providing wastewater and water quality research. Subscription is necessary to access most information.


Hydrometry

  • Chronology of British Hydrological Event
    Public repository for hydrological facts of the type that come from texts rather than tables.
  • Ciria - SUDS
    Promoting good practice in the implementation of sustainable drainage in the built environment.
  • National river flow archive
    The NRFA collates, quality controls, and archives hydrometric data from gauging station networks across the UK including the extensive networks operated by the Environment Agency (England), the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Rivers Agency (Northern Ireland).
  • Royal geographical society
    Professional body for geography.
  • World meteorological organisation
    The UN's authoritative voice on the state and behaviour of the Earth's atmosphere, its interaction with the oceans, the climate it produces and the resulting distribution of water resources.


Water Industry

  • Consumer Council for Water
    Represents water and sewerage consumers in England and Wales.
  • OFWAT
    Economic regulator for the water and sewerage industry in England and Wales.
  • Water Guide
    Information on all the UK water companies.
  • Waterwise
    Promotes water efficiency.


English water companies

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