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New Appointments and Variations (NAVs): How they work in the water market New Appointments and Variations (NAVs) are companies appointed to build and operate water and sewerage infrastructure for new developments by Ofwat, extending the network of the incumbent water company that services most properties in that area. This guide explains what NAVs are, how they work and how developers can use them, from Ofwat’s approval through…
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What is commercial rainwater harvesting and how it works Harvesting rainwater for non-potable use is a growing practice, driven by increasingly standardised methods and the steady rise in commercial water rates. This guide explains how commercial rainwater harvesting works, which properties are most suitable, its benefits and drawbacks, and the main cost factors involved. Contents: What is commercial rainwater harvesting? How does rainwater harvesting…
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How the water self-supply licence works for businesses Deregulation of the English and Scottish water market introduced the option of self-supply. Large organisations can apply for a licence to purchase water directly from regional water companies and take on the supplier’s role themselves. The self-supply regime means that a company with a licence has similar rights to business water suppliers, except that it…
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How to get a new gas connection for your business A new business gas connection is required when a commercial property needs to be connected to the local gas network for the first time, or where an existing supply no longer exists. Connecting a premises involves extending the gas network to the site, installing a commercial gas meter, and registering the supply so gas can…
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Water consumption of AI data centres in the UK and their impact on water resources Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a rapid expansion of data centres across the UK, with tens of new facilities planned or under construction and hundreds of megawatts of new computing capacity being added to the grid. Around the world, data centres have attracted attention for the large volumes of water they consume to keep high-powered…
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How to claim a sewerage rebate for your business Business water rates for sewerage charges are complex, and the calculation method can result in businesses paying for wastewater they do not actually discharge. If your business uses a significant amount of water that doesn’t end up in the public sewers, whether through manufacturing, cooling, irrigation, or being incorporated into products, you could be eligible…
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