South West Water is set to invest £3.2 billion to enhance water quality and support customers, aiming for a cleaner, greener future.
Bristol: South West Water’s parent company, Pennon, just announced a huge investment plan. They’re pouring £3.2 billion into improving water services across the South West, including Bristol, Bournemouth, and Sutton.
This investment aims to tackle key issues like ensuring safe drinking water and reducing storm overflow impacts on our beaches. Plus, they’re focusing on environmental protection with renewable energy projects.
Now, customers can expect a slight increase in their bills—about £4 more for water and £5 for sewerage each month. But it’s one of the lowest hikes in the industry, so that’s a bit of good news.
To help those who might struggle with these changes, Pennon is rolling out a £200 million support package. They’re committed to ending water poverty by 2030, which is pretty reassuring.
Pennon’s CEO, Susan Davy, emphasized their dedication to making real changes. They’ve already invested £1.2 billion recently and are serious about improving services for everyone.
They’ve got four main priorities: improving water quality, tackling storm overflows, supporting customers, and enhancing environmental efforts. This includes upgrading treatment works and reducing leaks.
They’re also committed to eliminating storm overflows at bathing beaches by 2030, which is a big deal for beachgoers. Plus, they’re introducing smart metering to help households save water and money.
On the environmental front, they’re aiming for Net Zero by 2030, planting trees, recycling waste, and generating energy to power homes. It’s a big step towards a greener future.
