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Lake District Water Quality Trial to Boost Ullswater
18 Aug
Summary
- A trial will improve water quality at Glenridding works.
- The project aims to reduce phosphorous and storm overflows.
- A permanent solution is expected to be installed by 2030.
A trial is set to begin at a waste treatment facility in the Lake District to improve water quality in Ullswater. United Utilities (UU) will implement measures to decrease storm overflow operations and the amount of phosphorous in treated wastewater.
Capacity at the Glenridding works will also be increased as part of these efforts. UU stated these improvements will guide the development of a permanent solution, anticipated to be installed by 2030 and requiring significant multi-million-pound investment.
This trial is crucial for gathering data to justify future investments and ensure the works meet evolving environmental standards. Additionally, the upgrades are expected to facilitate new housing developments in the area.
